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Reference Guide: Everyday Consumable Goods in Relation To General Product Viscosity in Centipoise (CPS)

The document discusses viscosity and how it relates to selecting mold rubbers and casting resins. It defines viscosity as a fluid's resistance to flow, with higher viscosity meaning a thicker, more resistant material. For mold rubbers and casting resins, high viscosity can cause air bubbles that result in defects. The document recommends vacuum degassing materials with a viscosity over 15,000 cps for mold rubbers or 7,500 cps for casting resins. It also includes a table comparing the viscosity of common materials and products in centipoise.

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Reference Guide: Everyday Consumable Goods in Relation To General Product Viscosity in Centipoise (CPS)

The document discusses viscosity and how it relates to selecting mold rubbers and casting resins. It defines viscosity as a fluid's resistance to flow, with higher viscosity meaning a thicker, more resistant material. For mold rubbers and casting resins, high viscosity can cause air bubbles that result in defects. The document recommends vacuum degassing materials with a viscosity over 15,000 cps for mold rubbers or 7,500 cps for casting resins. It also includes a table comparing the viscosity of common materials and products in centipoise.

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Viscosity Scale

Reference Guide www.smooth-on.com

In layman’s terms, viscosity defines a fluid’s resistance to flow. The higher the viscosity of a liquid, the thicker it is
and the greater the resistance to flow. Temperature will affect the viscosity of most materials.

What does viscosity mean to you when selecting a mold rubber? If you are using a mold rubber with a high viscosity, there is
a chance the rubber will cure with air bubbles that may then be reflected in a finished casting. If the mixed viscosity of the mold
rubber you are using is higher than 15,000 cps, you may want to consider vacuum degassing the liquid mold rubber.

What does viscosity mean to you when selecting a casting resin? If you are using a casting resin with a high viscosity, there is
a chance the casting will entrap air. Air bubbles may then be reflected in a finished casting. This is especially true if the resin has
high viscosity and short pot life. If the mixed viscosity of the casting resin you are using is higher than 7,500 cps, you may want
to consider vacuum degassing or pressure casting the resin.

Everyday Consumable Goods In Relation To General Product Viscosity In Centipoise (cps)

Water @ 70°F / 21°C 1 centipoise (cps)


Blood or Kerosene 10 centipoise (cps)
Ethylene Glycol or Anti-Freeze 15 centipoise (cps)
Motor Oil (SAE 10) 50 centipoise (cps)
Corn Oil 65 centipoise (cps)
Unfilled Rigid Urethane Resin 80 - 120 centipoise (cps)
Maple Syrup or Motor Oil (SAE 30) 150 - 200 centipoise (cps)
Castor Oil or Motor Oil (SAE 40) 250 - 500 centipoise (cps)
Glycerin or Motor Oil (SAE 60) 1,000 - 2,000 centipoise (cps)
Pourable Urethane Rubbers 1,000 - 3,000 centipoise (cps)

Honey or Corn Syrup 2,000 - 3,000 centipoise (cps)


Molasses 5,000 - 10,000 centipoise (cps)
Chocolate Syrup 10,000 - 25,000 centipoise (cps)
Silicone Rubber 14,000 - 40,000 centipoise (cps)
Ketchup or Mustard 50,000 - 70,000 centipoise (cps)
Brushable Silicone Rubber 100,000 - 150,000 centipoise (cps)
Peanut Butter or Tomato Paste 150,000 - 250,000 centipoise (cps)
Brushable Urethane Rubber 200,000 - 300,000 centipoise (cps)
Lard or Crisco Shortening 1,000,000 - 2,000,000 centipoise (cps)
Caulking Compound 5,000,000 - 10,000,000 centipoise (cps)
Window Putty 100,000,000 centipoise (cps)

These are general averages and NOT specifics, not all products fit neatly in this chart. Please check Technical Bulletins for specific mixed viscosity
of products. Temperature will affect the viscosity of most materials, these estimated numbers are based on measurements at 73° F / 23° C.

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