Window sealant.
ABOVE WATERLINE USE ONLY.
A direct glazing adhesive/sealant used to bond and seal acrylic, polycarbonate and other organic materials. Sikaflex® 295 UV is a fast-curing, one-component, flexible, high-performance polyurethane-based adhesive for bonding and sealing of windows and portholes. Sikaflex® 295 UV is suitable for all types of organic (PC, PMMA) window panes.
PLEASE NOTE - a blackout tape must be fitted to the outside of the window as secondary UV protection. Due to variations in surface quality, Sika (NZ) does not guarantee the performance of Sikaflex 295 UV on acrylic, polycarbonate or any other form of organic windows
Surface Preparation for Acrylic/polycarbonate or other windows, abrade with 180-250 grit sandpaper. Wipe with Sika Cleaner 205 (wipe on/wipe off), then apply Sika Primer 209
Description
Sikaflex®-295 UV is a 1-component polyurethane adhesive of pastelike consistency that cures on exposure to atmospheric moisture to form a durable elastomer. Sikaflex®-295 UV meets the
requirements set out by the International Maritime Organisation
(IMO). Sikaflex®-295 UV is manufactured in accordance with the
ISO 9001 / 14001 quality assurance system and with the responsible care program.
Product Benefits
- 1-component formulation
- Fast cure time
- Short cut-off string
- Approved for the OEM market
- Resistant to ageing and
weathering
- Suitable for organic glasses
Areas of Application
Sikaflex®-295 UV has been specifically developed for the marine industry, where it is used to bond and seal plastic glazing materials in boats and ships. Because of its excellent UVresistance this product can also be used to seal joints in areas of severe exposure. Seek advice from our Technical Service before using Sikaflex®-295 UV on
thermoformed plastics.
Suitable substrates include:
- Aluminum (bright or anodized)
- GRP (polyester resin)
- Stainless steel
- Timber
- 2-component coatings
- Plastic glazing materials (PC,
PMMA)
Technical Product Data
Chemical base 1-component polyurethane
Colour (CSQP1) 001-1) Black
Cure mechanism Moisture-curing
Density (uncured) (CSQP 006-4) 1,3 kg/l approx.
Non-sag properties Good
Application temperature +10°C to +35°C
Tack free time2) (CSQP 019-1) 60 min. approx.
Curing speed (CSQP 049-1) (see diagram)
Shrinkage (CSQP 014-1) 1% approx.
Shore A-hardness (CSQP 023-1 / ISO 868) 35 approx.
Tensile strength (CSQP 020-3 / ISO 8339) 1,1 N/mm2 approx.
Elongation at break (CSQP 020-4 / ISO 8339) 500% approx
Tear propagation resistance (CSQP 045-1 / ISO 34) 5 N/mm approx.
Glass transition temperature (CSQP 509-1 / ISO 4663) -45°C approx.
Movement accommodation factor 12,5%
Service temperature (CSQP 513-1) permanent
Short term 4 hours
1 hour
-40°C to +90°C
120°C
150°C
Shelf life (storage below 25°C) (CSQP 016-1) 12 months
1) CSQP = Corporate Sika Quality Procedures 2) 23°C / 50% r.h.
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