Sikaflex - 527 at
Sikaflex - 527 at
Sikaflex®-527 AT
Isocyanate free sealant with reduced substrate preparation
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CURE MECHANISM Application PACKAGING INFORMATION
Sikaflex®-527 AT cures by reaction with atmo- Sikaflex®-527 AT can be processed between
spheric moisture. At low temperatures the 5 °C and 40 °C but changes in reactivity and Cartridge 300 ml
water content of the air is generally lower and application properties have to be considered.
the curing reaction proceeds somewhat The optimum temperature for substrate and BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
slower (see diagram 1). sealant is between 15 °C and 25 °C. All technical data stated in this document are
Sikaflex®-527 AT can be processed with hand, based on laboratory tests. Actual measured
pneumatic or electric driven piston guns. data may vary due to circumstances beyond
our control.
Tooling and finishing
Tooling and finishing must be carried out HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
within the skin time of the sealant. It is re- For information and advice regarding trans-
commended to use Sika® Tooling Agent N. portation, handling, storage and disposal of
Other finishing agents must be tested for suit- chemical products, users shall refer to the ac-
ability and compatibility prior to use. tual Safety Data Sheets containing physical,
ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
Removal lated data.
Uncured Sikaflex®-527 AT can be removed
from tools and equipment with Sika® Re- DISCLAIMER
mover-208 or another suitable solvent. Once The information, and, in particular, the re-
Diagram 1: Curing speed Sikaflex®-527 AT cured, the material can only be removed commendations relating to the application
mechanically. Hands and exposed skin have to and enduse of Sika products, are given in
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE be washed immediately using Sika® Cleaner- good faith based on Sika's current knowledge
Sikaflex®-527 AT is generally resistant to fresh 350H cleaning towels or a suitable industrial and experience of the products when prop-
water, seawater, diluted acids and diluted hand cleaner and water. erly stored, handled and applied under nor-
caustic solutions; temporarily resistant to Do not use solvents on skin. mal conditions in accordance with Sika's re-
fuels, mineral oils, vegetable and animal fats commendations. In practice, the differences
and oils; not resistant to organic acids, glycol- Overpainting in materials, substrates and actual site condi-
ic alcohol, concentrated mineral acids and Sikaflex®-527 AT can be best painted within tions are such that no warranty in respect of
caustic solutions or solvents. the skin formation time. If painting process merchantability or of fitness for a particular
takes place after the sealant has built a skin, purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
METHOD OF APPLICATION adhesion could be improved by treating the legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred
Surface preparation joint surface with Sika®Aktivator-100 or either from this information, or from any writ-
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from Sika®Aktivator-205 prior to paint process. If ten recommendations, or from any other ad-
grease, oil, dust and contaminants. the paint requires a baking process (> 80 °C), vice offered. The user of the product must
Surface treatment depends on the specific best performance is achieved by allowing the test the product's suitability for the intended
nature of the substrates and is crucial for a sealant to fully cure first. All paints have to be application and purpose. Sika reserves the
long lasting bond. Suggestions for surface pre- tested by carrying preliminary trials under right to change the properties of its products.
paration may be found on the current edition manufacturing conditions. The proprietary rights of third parties must be
of the appropriate Sika® Pre-treatment Chart. The elasticity of paints is usually lower than observed. All orders are accepted subject to
Consider that these suggestions are based on sealants, which could lead to cracking of the our current terms of sale and delivery. Users
experience and have in any case to be verified paint in the joint area. must always refer to the most recent issue of
by tests on original substrates. the local Product Data Sheet for the product
FURTHER INFORMATION concerned, copies of which will be supplied
The information herein is offered for general on request.
guidance only. Advice on specific applications
is available on request from the Technical De-
partment of Sika Industry.
Copies of the following publications are avail-
able on request:
▪ Safety Data Sheets
▪ Sika Pre-treatment Chart
Silane Terminated Polymer
▪ General Guidelines
Bonding and Sealing with 1-component
Sikaflex®
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