{"product_id":"smiths-theatrical-prosthetic-deadener","title":"Smith's Theatrical Prosthetic Deadener – Softener for PlatSil® Gels, Prosthetics \u0026 SFX","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSoftener for PlatSil® Gels: silicone that feels and moves like skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmith's Theatrical Prosthetic Deadener\u003c\/strong\u003e from Polytek Development Corp. is an additive for the PlatSil® Gel range, widely used in special effects and prosthetic appliances. Adding Deadener to Part A removes the springy, synthetic feel of ordinary silicone. The gel becomes softer, recovers more slowly and takes on the look, feel and movement of living tissue. You control how soft the result is through the amount of Deadener you add.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-like result:\u003c\/strong\u003e takes away the snappy silicone response, so appliances stretch and recover slowly like human tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo leaching:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike silicone fluid, Deadener is bound into the network and does not seep out of the cured part. Bonding and use stay much easier as a result.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfinitely adjustable:\u003c\/strong\u003e from Shore A 17 down to Shore OOO 5, depending on the PlatSil Gel and the dosage.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo change to the A:B mix ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e PlatSil Gels are still mixed 1:1, Deadener is added as a third component.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot classified as hazardous under GHS\u003c\/strong\u003e and not regulated for transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv style='background: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #ffc107; color: #856404; padding: 25px; border-radius: 10px; margin: 30px 0;'\u003e\u003ch3 style='color: #856404; margin-top: 0;'\u003e⚠️ More Deadener means a tacky surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbove the recommended dosage the cured gel becomes tacky and can no longer be painted. Deadened gels are therefore almost always encapsulated: with a thin layer of PlatSil Gel without Deadener that you stipple or spray into the mould first, or with a cap plastic. Talcum powder can reduce the tackiness further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Polytek advises \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e to add Deadener to PlatSil Gel-OO20 and PlatSil Gel-OO30.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ The safety data sheet states use for industrial and professional applications. We make no skin safety claim for the Deadener itself. If you make a product for skin contact, test the cured end product.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Gel-filled prosthetic appliances for film, theatre and television\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Silicone masks and age make-up\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Animatronic skins and creature effects\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Wounds, scars and other SFX effects\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Lifelike simulation models and dolls\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDosage per PlatSil Gel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDosage as a percentage of the total weight of A + B. According to Polytek's Technical Bulletin:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003ePlatSil Gel-10:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 200 % (mix ratio up to 1A:1B:4D)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003ePlatSil Gel-25:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100 % (up to 1A:1B:2D)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003ePlatSil Gel-OO:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100 % (up to 1A:1B:2D)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical guide values with PlatSil Gel-10: silicone mask approx. 50 %, animatronic skin approx. 100 %, encapsulated prosthetic appliance approx. 180 to 200 %.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style='width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;'\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style='background: #1d71b8; color: #ffffff;'\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px; text-align: left;'\u003ePlatSil Gel-10 + Smith's Deadener\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px;'\u003e1A:1B\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px;'\u003e1A:1B:0.5D\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px;'\u003e1A:1B:1D\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px;'\u003e1A:1B:2D\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style='padding: 10px;'\u003e1A:1B:4D\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px;'\u003ePour time\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; 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text-align: center;'\u003e7.5 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e6.5 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e9 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e11 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style='background: #f8f9fa;'\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px;'\u003eDemould time\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e40 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e40 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e40 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003e45 min\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px;'\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eShore OO 30\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eShore OO 17\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eShore OOO 50\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eShore OOO 16\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr style='background: #f8f9fa;'\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px;'\u003eTack\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style='padding: 10px; text-align: center;'\u003eVery\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProcessing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003eRead the safety data sheet and the Technical Bulletin before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeigh out the required amount of Deadener, calculated on the total weight of A + B.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMix the Deadener thoroughly into Part A until the mixture is completely homogeneous.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAdd Part B and mix as specified for the PlatSil Gel you are using.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eEncapsulate the gel: first apply a thin layer of PlatSil Gel without Deadener or a cap plastic in the mould, then pour the deadened gel.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAlways carry out a test cure first to determine the right dosage for your application.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Always add Deadener to Part A before mixing in Part B.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ PlatSil Gels are platinum silicones. Sulphur-containing clay, latex, uncured polyurethane and epoxy, tin silicones and many SLA 3D prints can inhibit the cure.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Wear nitrile or butyl gloves and safety glasses and work in a ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e✓ Store in the closed original container at 15 to 32 °C. Polytek recommends using the product within six months.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProfessional support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure about the right dosage for your appliance, mask or animatronic, or about combining it with a particular PlatSil Gel? Email us at \u003ca href='mailto:info@siliconesandmore.com'\u003einfo@siliconesandmore.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your application and the hardness you are after, and we will help you find the right approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polytek","offers":[{"title":"0.5 kg.","offer_id":55726220149077,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 kg.","offer_id":55726220181845,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 kg.","offer_id":55726220214613,"sku":null,"price":269.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4096\/0341\/files\/deadener.png?v=1794318322","url":"https:\/\/siliconesandmore.com\/en\/products\/smiths-theatrical-prosthetic-deadener","provider":"siliconesandmore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}