Sikaflex Crystal Clear(112) Sealant 290ML(12Nos/Ctn)

Description Sikaflex®-112 Clear:

Sikaflex®-112 Crystal Clear is a 1-part, multipurpose transparent adhesive, and sealant with good initial grab that bonds and seals most construction material substrates. Internal and external use. Suitable for use in hot and tropical climatic conditions.

USAGES

An adhesive to bond most construction components and materials such as:

• Concrete
• Masonry
• Most stones
• Ceramic
• Wood
• Metals
• Glass
• PVC

Application Instruction Substrate Preparation:

The substrate must be sound, clean, dry and free of all contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, cement laitance, old sealants and poorly bonded paint coatings which could affect adhesion of the adhesive / sealant. The substrate must be of sufficient strength to manage with the stresses induced by the sealant during movement. Removal techniques such as wire brushing, grinding, sanding or other suitable mechanical tools can be used. All dust, loose and friable material must be completely removed from all surfaces before application of any activators, primers or adhesive / sealant. For optimum adhesion, joint durability and critical, high performance applications the following priming and/or pre-treatment procedures must be followed: Non-porous substrates Aluminium, anodised aluminium, stainless steel, galvanised steel, powder coated metals or glazed tiles, slightly roughen surface with a fine abrasive pad. Clean and pre-treat using Sika® Aktivator-205 applied with a clean cloth. Before bonding / sealing, allow a waiting time of > 15 minutes (< 6 hours). Other metals, such as copper, brass and titanium-zinc, clean and pre-treat using Sika® Aktivator-205 applied with a clean cloth. After a waiting time of > 15 minutes (< 6 hours). Apply Sika® Primer-3 N applied by brush. Allow a further waiting time of > 30 minutes (< 8 hours) before bonding / sealing.PVC has to be cleaned and pre-treated using Sika® Primer-215 applied with a brush. Allow a waiting time of > 15 minutes (< 8 hours) before bonding / sealing. Porous substrates Concrete, aerated concrete and cement based renders, mortars and bricks, prime surface using Sika® Primer-3 N applied by brush. Before bonding / sealing, allow a waiting time of > 30 minutes (< 8 hours). For more detailed advice and instructions contact Sika Technical Services.

Note: Primers are adhesion promoters and not an alternative to improve poor preparation / cleaning of joint surfaces. Primers also improve the long term adhesion performance of a sealed joint

APPLICATION METHOD / TOOLS:

Bonding Procedure

After the necessary substrate preparation, prepare the end of the cartridge before or after inserting into the sealant gun then fit the nozzle. Apply in beads, strips or spots at intervals of a few centimetres each. Use hand pressure only to fix the components to be bonded into position before skinning of the adhesive occurs. Incorrectly positioned components can easily be unbonded and repositioned during the first few minutes after application. If necessary, use temporary adhesive tapes, wedges, or supports to hold the assembled components together during the initial curing time. Fresh, uncured adhesive remaining on the surface must be removed immediately. Final strength will be reached after complete curing of Sikaflex®-112 Crystal Clear, i.e. after 24 to 48 hours at +23 °C, depending on the environmental conditions and adhesive layer thickness.

Sealing Procedure Masking:

Using masking tape where neat or exact joint lines are required is recommended. Remove the tape within the skin time after finishing.

Joint Backing

After the required substrate preparation, insert a suitable backing rod to the required depth.

Priming

Prime the joint surfaces as recommended in substrate preparation. Avoid excessive application of primer to avoid causing puddles at the base of the joint.

Application

Prepare the end of the cartridge before or after inserting into the sealant gun then fit the nozzle. Extrude Sikaflex®-112 Crystal Clear into the joint ensuring that it comes into full contact with the sides of the joint.

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