Polytek - World Leader in Professional Silicones for Mold Making & Special Effects Discover the complete Polytek collection - from classic TinSil condensation silicones to advanced PlatSil platinum addition systems and ultra-realistic silicone gels. With over 40 years of expertise, Polytek Development Corp. delivers the most advanced silicone solutions for...
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Polytek - World Leader in Professional Silicones for Mold Making & Special Effects
Discover the complete Polytek collection - from classic TinSil condensation silicones to advanced PlatSil platinum addition systems and ultra-realistic silicone gels. With over 40 years of expertise, Polytek Development Corp. delivers the most advanced silicone solutions for special effects, mold making, and industrial applications.
⚡ PlatSil FS – Fast-Setting Platinum Silicones
The PlatSil FS series offers fast curing without compromising quality – ideal for rapid prototyping, mold making, and SFX applications where time is critical.
- PlatSil FS-00 – Ultra-soft Shore 00 silicone with fast cure; perfect for realistic skin effects and soft molds
- PlatSil FS-10 – Shore A 10 fast-setting platinum silicone for mold making and rapid prototyping; short cycle times
- PlatSil FS-20 – Shore A 20 fast platinum-cure silicone; suitable for mold making and food applications
✨ PlatSil Platinum Silicone Gels - Ultra-Realistic Skin Replication
The PlatSil Gel series represents the latest generation of high-performance platinum silicones, specially developed for the most demanding special effects applications.
- PlatSil Gel-0020 – Extremely soft Shore 00-20 platinum silicone gel for prosthetics and SFX moulage; maximum flexibility and realism
- PlatSil Gel-0030 – Shore 00-30 ultra-soft gel for prosthetics and SFX; balance between softness and structure
- PlatSil Gel-OO – Shore 00 extremely soft gel; almost liquid, creates natural movement like real tissue; ideal gelatin substitute
- PlatSil Gel-10 – Shore 00-10 ultra soft and crystal clear; 900%+ elongation; perfect for facial prosthetics, animatronics, and realistic skin effects
- PlatSil Gel-25 – Shore 00-25 most popular gel for general FX applications; excellent tear strength for repeated use
💎 PlatSil® HTS – High Tensile Strength Silicones
The HTS series combines high tensile strength with the benefits of platinum-cure technology – for demanding production environments and industrial molds.
- PlatSil® HTS-25 – Shore A 25 high-strength silicone casting rubber; exceptional tear resistance for durable production molds
- PlatSil® HTS-40 – Shore A 40 high-strength silicone casting rubber; maximum rigidity and long lifespan for intensive use
🏆 TinSil Condensation Silicones - Proven Quality for Mold Making
The TinSil series offers reliable, cost-effective condensation silicones for professional mold making applications.
- TinSil 80 Series – Shore A 15 to 80; wide hardness range for any mold making application; mixing ratio 100:10
- TinSil 70 Series – Shore A 15, 25, 35; fast curing for efficient production environments
🔧 PlatSil® 71/73 Additives – Customized Working Time
Optimize the working time of your PlatSil 71 and 73 systems with these professional additives.
- PlatSil® 71/73 Part R Retarder – Delays curing for more working time on complex castings and large molds
- PlatSil® 71/73 Part X Accelerator – Accelerates curing for shorter cycle times in production environments
🖌️ PlatThix – Thickening Agent for Brush-on Molds
- PlatThix Liquid Thickener – Liquid thickening agent for PlatSil silicones; essential for brush-on molds and vertical surfaces without dripping
💪 PT Flex Polyurethane Rubbers - Flexible Alternatives
In addition to our extensive silicone line, Polytek also offers high-quality polyurethane rubber systems for specific applications.
- PT Flex 50 – Shore A 50; ultra flexible polyurethane; perfect for undercuts and complex shapes; demold 16-24 hours
- PT Flex 60 – Shore A 60; optimal balance between flexibility and firmness; high tear strength
- PT Flex 85 – Shore A 85; semi-rigid polyurethane; excellent dimensional stability for larger production molds
- PT Flex 97 – Shore A 97; maximum firmness; minimal deformation under load; long lifespan for intensive use
When Polyurethane vs. Silicone?
- Choose Polyurethane for: Cost-effectiveness, faster cure, higher hardness options
- Choose Silicone for: Zero shrinkage, longer lifespan, extreme temperatures, food contact, FX applications
🌍 Polytek Development Corp - 40+ Years of Innovation
Since 1984, Polytek Development Corp. has been the leading supplier of professional mold making materials. Headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, with worldwide distribution, Polytek serves professionals in film, theater, industrial production, and artistic applications.
- Consistent Quality: Batch-to-batch reliability
- Technical Support: Expert advice and troubleshooting
- Innovation: Continuous development of new formulations
- Proven Track Record: Used in thousands of productions worldwide
- Complete Systems: From release agents to pigments and additives
⚙️ Technical Information & Processing
- Temperature: Optimal at 23°C (73°F)
- Mixing: Thorough mixing for a homogeneous blend
- Degassing: Vacuum degassing recommended for best results
- Release Agents: Use appropriate release for each material
- Storage: Cool, dry, out of direct sunlight
- Shelf Life: 6-12 months with proper storage
🎓 Technical Support & Advice
Not sure which Polytek system is perfect for your project? Our experienced team will help you with product selection, processing techniques, troubleshooting, and custom formulations.
Choose Polytek - The professional standard for silicone and rubber systems since 1984. From Hollywood special effects to industrial production - Polytek delivers the quality trusted by professionals worldwide.