Fluorosilicone (also known as fluorinated silicone rubber) is a polymer material made of fluorine and silicon as the main raw materials through cross-linking reaction. Regarding its flame retardant properties and fire safety, the following is a specific analysis:


1. Flame retardant properties
Non-flammable: Fluorosilicone is not easy to burn at high temperatures, which is mainly due to the large amount of fluorine and silicon elements in its molecular chain. The inertness of fluorine and silicon elements makes the molecular chain not easily oxidized and decomposed, thereby increasing the flame retardancy of rubber. Experiments show that fluorosilicone is not flammable even under high temperature conditions.
Flame retardant addition: In the manufacturing process of fluorosilicone, some flame retardants are usually added to improve its flame retardant properties to reduce the risk of fire and combustion. Common fluorosilicone flame retardants include graphite, aluminum hydroxide, aluminum chloride, etc. The addition of these flame retardants can further enhance the stability of fluorosilicone at high temperatures.
Harmless combustion products: Fluorosilicone does not produce toxic gases when burning, which is harmless to the environment and human body.

2. Fire safety
Wide range of use scenarios: Fluorosilicone has excellent mechanical properties, high and low temperature resistance, anti-aging, radiation resistance and good chemical stability, and is widely used in industry, electronics, aviation, medical and other fields. In these fields, fire safety is crucial, so the flame retardant properties of fluorosilicone provide a reliable safety guarantee.
Safe use recommendations: Although fluorosilicone has good flame retardant properties, fire safety should still be paid attention to during use. Fluorosilicone should be avoided from contact with flammable substances, and fluorosilicone should be prevented from generating excessive temperatures during use to avoid combustion. In addition, equipment using fluorosilicone should be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure that it is in good working condition.

In summary, fluorosilicone has excellent flame retardant properties and fire safety, and is a relatively safe material. However, fire prevention measures should still be taken during use to ensure its safe use.