Al seleccionar un tensioactivo de silicona para la espuma de poliuretano (PU), puede considerar los siguientes factores:

• Silicone content 

Surfactants with higher silicone content have lower surface tension, which can increase the number of air bubbles in the foam. This can result in a smaller bubble size in the cured foam. 

• Siloxane backbone length 

Surfactants with longer siloxane backbones have higher film elasticity, which can lead to better foam cell stability and a slower drainage rate. 

• Application 

The surfactant can contribute to the foam’s physical properties depending on the application. 

l Structure 

The surfactant’s structure can be modified by changing the length of the PDMS hydrophobic backbone, the number, length, and composition of the pendent hydrophilic polyether chains. 

Los tensioactivos de silicona pueden estar compuestos por una base de silicona, poliéteres, cadenas de óxido de polietileno (EO) y cadenas de óxido de polipropileno (PO) (PO)