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Noncorrosive Silicone Sealants
Also known as neutral-cure sealants, these won't discolor copper, brass, and concrete. They’re non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Made from silicone, sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. Sealants that are good for joining dissimilar materials also work well in environments with wide temperature fluctuation.
Sealants that cannot be sold to California exceed local regulatory limits on VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
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Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Cannot Be Sold To | Color | Each | |
Loctite® Silicone | |||||||||||||
SI 5011 CL | 2.7 | Tube | 20 min. | 24 hrs. | 300% | Not Rated | Soft (Durometer 20A) | -75° to 400° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood | __ | Clear | 0000000 | 000000 |
SI 5011 CL | 10.1 | Cartridge | 20 min. | 24 hrs. | 300% | Not Rated | Soft (Durometer 20A) | -75° to 400° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood | __ | Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
SI 5109 | 10.1 | Cartridge | 60 min. | 24 hrs. | 300% | Not Rated | Soft (Durometer 15A) | -75° to 600° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood | __ | Red | 0000000 | 00000 |
Permatex Silicone | |||||||||||||
81173 | 12.9 | Cartridge | 30 min. | 24 hrs. | 350% | Not Rated | Soft (Durometer 15A) | -75° to 450° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood | CA | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
Low-Outgassing Silicone Sealants
Compliant with ASTM E-595, these sealants produce almost no volatile materials in a vacuum. They’re made of silicone, so they’re RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation indicates flexibility—the higher the value is, the more a sealant can stretch.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Joining | Color | Each | |
5.8 | Cartridge | 150 min. | 7 days | 420% | -25% to 25% | 600 | Durometer 36A (Medium Soft) | -200° to 500° | ASTM E595 | Metal Plastic Rubber Composites Glass | White | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Puncture-Resistant Sealants
Form seals that resist punctures, cuts, and abrasion to withstand heavy wear and tampering. These sealants are non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces.
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. These sealants are best suited to joints between similar materials that aren't exposed to wide temperature fluctuation.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Color | Each | |
Polyurethane | ||||||||||||
10.1 | Cartridge | 90 min. | 48 hrs. | 225% | -12.5% to 12.5% | 250 | Medium (Durometer 55A) | 20° to 120° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Asphalt, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood | White | 0000000 | 000000 |
20 | Sausage Pack | 90 min. | 48 hrs. | 225% | -12.5% to 12.5% | 250 | Medium (Durometer 55A) | 20° to 120° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Asphalt, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood | White | 0000000 | 00000 |
All-Weather Application Structural Sealants
Apply these sealants in cold temperatures, on wet surfaces, and even through running water. They are structural sealants that combine the mechanical strength of an adhesive with excellent sealing properties and high flexibility. Sealants are non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces.
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. These sealants are good for use between dissimilar materials and in environments with wide temperature fluctuation.
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Size | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Choose a Color | Each | |
Polyether | ||||||||||||
5 fl. oz. | Tube | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | White | 000000 | 00000 |
10.1 fl. oz. | Cartridge | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | 0000000 | 00000 | |
20 fl. oz. | Sausage Pack | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | 000000 | 00000 | |
28 fl. oz. | Cartridge | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | 000000 | 00000 | |
2 gal. | Pail | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | 000000 | 000000 | |
5 gal. | Pail | 20 min. | 7 days | 525% | -35% to 35% | 370 | Medium (Durometer 45A) | -40° to 200° | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Rubber Plastic to Composites Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Composites Rubber to Glass Asphalt Composites Composites to Glass Glass Masonry Wood Wood to Glass | 000000 | 000000 |
Structural Oil- and Fuel-Resistant Sealants
Impervious to the swelling effects of oils, fuels, and solvents, use this high-strength silicone sealant to assemble and repair fuel systems and tanks. Silicone forms a tough, rubbery, UV-resistant seal that remains flexible over time. It's non-sagging, so it won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Also known as RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint expansion/compression tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. This sealant is best suited to joints between similar materials that aren't exposed to wide temperature fluctuation.
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Mfr. Model No. | Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Color | Each | |
Dow Corning Silicone | |||||||||||||
730 FS | 3 | Tube | 12 min. | 24 hrs. | 200% | Not Rated | 300 | Medium Soft (Durometer 40A) | -70° to 350° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Masonry | White | 0000000 | 0000000 |
730 FS | 5.8 | Cartridge | 12 min. | 24 hrs. | 200% | Not Rated | 300 | Medium Soft (Durometer 40A) | -70° to 350° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Masonry | White | 0000000 | 000000 |
High-Strength Concrete Joint Sealants
Seal concrete joints in high-traffic areas—these sealants stand up to heavy wear and tear, such as steel wheel traffic. They're non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Made from silicone, sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. These sealants are best suited to joints between similar materials that aren't exposed to wide temperature fluctuation. For high-wear applications, choose a harder sealant for the most abrasion resistance.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Hardness | Wd. | Dp. | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Color | Each | |
Silicone | |||||||||||||
20 | Sausage Pack | 60 min. | 7 days | 1,000% | -50% to 100% | Medium Hard (Durometer 55A) | 1" | 1/2" | -20° to 300° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood | Gray | 000000 | 000000 |
29 | Cartridge | 60 min. | 7 days | 1,000% | -50% to 100% | Medium Hard (Durometer 55A) | 1" | 1/2" | -20° to 300° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood | Gray | 000000 | 00000 |
High-Strength Self-Leveling Concrete Joint Sealants
Seal concrete joints in high-traffic locations—these sealants stand up to heavy wear and tear, such as steel wheel traffic. Thinner than non-sagging sealants, these flow easily into cracks and have a smooth finish.
Silicone sealant is RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain. These sealants are best suited to joints between similar materials that aren't exposed to wide temperature fluctuation. For high-wear applications, choose a harder sealant for the most abrasion resistance.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Hardness | Wd. | Dp. | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Color | Each | |
Silicone | |||||||||||||
29 | Cartridge | 60 min. | 7 days | 1,000% | -50% to 100% | Soft (Durometer 20A) | 1" | 1/2" | -60° to 300° | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composites, Glass, Masonry, Wood | Limestone | 0000000 | 000000 |
Roof Joint Sealants
Keep out the elements by sealing roof joints. These sealants are non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. They are good for use in environments with wide temperature fluctuation.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Joining | Color | Each | |
Thermoplastic | ||||||||||||
10.1 | Cartridge | 25 min. | 14 days | 560% | -12.5% to 12.5% | 500 | Medium Soft (Durometer 35A) | -40° to 180° | Metal, Rubber, Masonry, Wood | Clear | 0000000 | 000000 |
Sealant Primers
Prepare joints and surfaces to ensure proper sealant adhesion.
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Mfr. Model No. | Size | Type | Drying Time | For Use On | Choose a Color | Each | |
Dow Corning Primers | |||||||
P5200 | 12 fl. oz. | Bottle | 2 hrs. | Stainless Steel, Steel, Cast Iron, Galvanized Steel, ABS Plastic, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polystyrene Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, PVC Plastic, Glass, CPVC Plastic, PETG Plastic, PVDF Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, EPDM Rubber, SBR Rubber, Ceramic, Masonry, Wood, Iron, Silicone Rubber, Galvanized Iron | 00000000 | 0000000 | |
PR-1200 | 10.9 fl. oz. | Bottle | 2 hrs. | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium, Cast Iron, Galvanized Steel, ABS Plastic, Polycarbonate Plastic, Polystyrene Plastic, Polyurethane Rubber, PVC Plastic, Glass, CPVC Plastic, PETG Plastic, PVDF Plastic, Polyimide Plastic, EPDM Rubber, SBR Rubber, Ceramic, Masonry, Wood, Iron, Silicone Rubber, Galvanized Iron | 00000000 | 00000 |
UV-Resistant Glass Sealants
These sealants don't degrade in sunlight. Also known as glazing compounds, use these sealants to install glass in framing. They’re non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Made from silicone, these sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility. For joints between dissimilar materials and in environments with wide temperature fluctuation, choose a sealant with a higher elongation or joint compression/expansion tolerance.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Joining | Choose a Color | Each | |
Silicone | ||||||||||||
10.1 | Cartridge | 30 min. | 24 hrs. | 475% | -25% to 25% | Soft (Durometer 20A) | -75° to 400° | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.105, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, Fed. Spec. TT-S-001543A Class A, Fed. Spec. TT-S-00230C Type II Class A, NSF/ANSI 51 | Metal Metal to Glass Plastic Plastic to Glass Rubber Rubber to Glass Composites Composites to Glass Glass Wood Wood to Glass | 0000000 | 00000 |
HVAC Sealants
Form flexible water-resistant seals on metal, plastic, and rubber joints in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications. These sealants are non-sagging, so they won't drip from vertical and overhead surfaces. Made from silicone, sealants are RTV (room-temperature vulcanizing).
Elongation and joint compression/expansion tolerance indicate flexibility—the higher the values are, the more joint movement sealants can sustain.
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Size, fl. oz. | Type | Begins to Harden | Reaches Full Strength | Elongation | Joint Compression/ Expansion Tolerance | Tensile Strength, psi | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Joining | Choose a Color | Each | |
Dow Corning Silicone | |||||||||||||
10.3 | Cartridge | 5 min. | 24 hrs. | 600% | -25% to 25% | 325 | Soft (Durometer 27A) | -40° to 350° | UL Listed, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2600, UL 94 HB | Metal Metal to Plastic Metal to Rubber Metal to Composites Plastic Rubber Composites | 000000 | 000000 |
Primer for Dow Corning Sealant (16 fl. oz. Bottle) | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |