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Flexible Foam 08463 Technical Data Product Description 3M™ Flexible Foam is an easy and effective way to produce a replacement of OEM flexible foams used in automotive applications. Working time of 40 seconds ensures prompt foam activation in closed cavities and tight spaces, full cure is one hour. This two-part urethane foam-in-place material is packaged in a 200mL cartridge utilizing static mixing for direct application. One 200mL cartridge expands to approximately 73 cubic inches (185 cubic centimeters). Note: It is a best practice to keep OEM NVH material in place to maintain proper spacing between panel structure and skin. For this type repair use 3M™ NVH Material (PN 4274) on the original foam sealing and securing it to the new replacement panel during installation. Typical Physical Properties Designed for professional aftermarket collision repair use Replaces OEM Flexible Foam 40 Second Work Time (Foam Forms) Remains Flexible After Full Cure NOTE: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes. Flash Point Solids Content (Approx.) Consistency Service Temperature Foam Density (unrestricted expansion) Typical Performance Properties Curative Amber/Brown >300°F (>149°C) 100% Liquid prior to mixing -20°F to 180°F (-20°C to 82°C) ~ 1.1 lb./gal. The following times have been determined with ambient air temperature and substrate temperature @ 73°F (23°C) and are considered typical values. WORK TIME: 40 Seconds CLAMP TIME: N/A CURE TIME:

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Product Uses Generally used in automotive body repair when replacing flexible foam located inside body structures such as, to areas including door intrusion beam, roof bows, body side panels and other auto body closed cavities requiring flexible foam for NVH reduction. Use with the following accessories: • 3M™ Manual Applicator (PN 08571 or PN 08117) • 3M™ Pneumatic Applicator (PN 09930) • 3M™ Static Mix Nozzle (PN 08193, 6-bag) • 3M™ Static Mix Nozzle (PN 08194, 50-box) For professional use only. Not intended for retail sale. Performance Properties The following times have been determined...

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STANDARD SOUND DEADENER APPLICATION 1. 2. Cover areas such as interior trim to prevent accidental spillage or damage Some applications require the use of a damming material, if the OEM material has been damaged insert a suitable substitute to form a dam maintaining proper positioning of the foam material, (a balloon may work well in some cases) Apply flexible foam to previous OEM locations after final installation of outer sheet metal. Do not apply prior to welding operation completion. Consider the 40 second working time during the application. In some cases the use of a flexible hose such...

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Precautionary Information Before using this product, please reference Product Label and/or Safety Data Sheet for Health and Safety Information. Note: Laws controlling the acceptable amounts of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) vary by state, and in some cases by locality. For surface preparation and clean-up activities, consult federal, state and local regulations regarding use of products containing VOCs in your area. Technical Information The technical information, guidance, and other statements contained in this document or otherwise provided by 3M are based upon records, tests, or...

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