Deck caulking.
ABOVE WATERLINE USE ONLY.
Sikaflex® 290 DC is a one-component, elastomeric deck caulking compound which exhibits high UV resistance, shows excellent sandability and is specially designed to caulk teak decks.
Description
Sikaflex®-290 DC is a 1- component UV resis-tant, polyurethane-based joint sealing compound specially formulated for caulking joints in traditional timber marine decking. The sealing compound cures to form a flexible elastomer which can be sanded. Sikaflex®-290 DC meets the requirements set out by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). Sikaflex®-290 DC is manufactured in accordance with the ISO 9001 / 14001 quality assurance system and with the
responsible care program.
Product Benefits
- 1-component formulation
- Non-corrosive
- Sandable
- Resistant to UV light and
weathering
- Resistant to seawater and fresh
water
Areas of Application
Sikaflex®-290 DC is used exclusively for caulking of the joints in
traditional timber decking for boatand yacht construction (secondary
sealing).
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.
Sagging properties Thixotropic, non-sag
Application temperature Room temperature
Tack free time2 (CSQP 019-1) 70 min. approx.
Curing speed (CSQP 049-1) (see diagram)
Shrinkage (CSQP 014-1) 3% approx.
Shore A-hardness (CSQP 023-1 / ISO 868) 40 approx.
Tensile strength (CSQP 020-3 / ISO 8339) 3 N/mm2 approx.
Elongation at break (CSQP 020-4 / ISO 8339) 600% approx.
Tear propagation resistance (CSQP 045-1 / ISO 34) 10 N/mm approx.
Movement accommodation factor 10%
Service temperature (CSQP 513-1) permanent -40°C to +90°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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