Elastomeric Impression MAterials Flashcards
Base of Polysulfide Materials
polysulfide polymer
Catalyst of Polysulfide Materials
Lead dioxide
Chemistry of Polysulfide Materials
Condensation - water produced
Base of Condensation Silicone
Dimethyl siloxane
Catalyst of Condensation Silicone
Tin octoate and an alkyl silicate
Chemistry of Condensation Silicone
Condensation - Alcohol produced
Catalyst of Addition Silicone
Chloroplatinic acid catalyst
Chemistry of Addition Silicone
Addition - some produce hydrogen
Catalyst of Polyether
2,5-dichlorobenzene sulfonate (potential allergic rxn)
Chemistry of Polyether
Addition rxn - no by-product
Which is easier to mix due to lower initial viscosity?
Silicones
Which has the longest setting time?
Polysulfides
Which has the smallest dimensional change?
Silicones
Which has the largest dimensional change?
Condensation silicones
Which has the best recovery?
Addition Silicones