{"product_id":"platsil®-71-73-part-r-retarder-vertrager-voor-siliconen-matrijzenbouw-gietwerk","title":"PlatSil® 71\/73 Part R Retarder – Retarder for Silicone Mold Making \u0026 Casting","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Silicone Retarder for Professional Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatSil® 71\/73 Part R Retarder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a platinum-compatible retarder from Polytek Development Corp., specifically developed for use with the full PlatSil® 71 and 73 series silicone rubbers. By adding Part R, the pot life is significantly extended, providing more processing time for complex models, large casting volumes, and detailed brush-on applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended working time:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1% addition doubles the pot life; ~2% triples it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precisely adjustable based on project complexity and ambient temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad applicability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with all PlatSil® 71 and 73 series products (Shore A10 to A60).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for large volumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents premature gelling in larger mixtures or warm working environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to process:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to Part A before mixing with Part B; no adjustment of mixing ratio needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex molds with great detail requiring longer pot life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge casting volumes where premature gelling is a risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush-on blanket molds with multiple layers and longer inter-coat times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm working environments where curing naturally accelerates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSFX and prosthetics: precise positioning of silicones on location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducation and workshops: more processing time for beginners and complex steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd to Part A before mixing with Part B. Maximum dosage: 4% of the total mixed weight (A+B). Exceeding this may prevent the system from fully curing. Always test on a small scale before larger mixtures. Compatible with the full PlatSil 71\/73 product line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured by \u003cstrong\u003ePolytek Development Corp.\u003c\/strong\u003e (Easton, PA, USA) – specialist in professional casting and molding materials for industry, art, and manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you have questions about the correct dosage or compatibility with your specific PlatSil system? Our technical team will be happy to advise you on the optimal processing parameters for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polytek","offers":[{"title":"3.63 kg.","offer_id":53787650425173,"sku":"S90619","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg.","offer_id":53787650457941,"sku":"S82244","price":59.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5 kg.","offer_id":53787650490709,"sku":"S82245","price":31.42,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.1 kg.","offer_id":53787650523477,"sku":"S82243","price":12.06,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4096\/0341\/files\/polytek-platsil-7173-part-r-retarder-vertrager-voor-siliconen-matr-56124033696085.webp?v=1779109505","url":"https:\/\/siliconesandmore.com\/en\/products\/platsil%c2%ae-71-73-part-r-retarder-vertrager-voor-siliconen-matrijzenbouw-gietwerk","provider":"siliconesandmore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}