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Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO

Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO

Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO

Product catalog summary
Product Overview: Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO is a one-component polyurethane-based joint sealing compound designed for caulking joints in traditional timber marine decking. It is known for its excellent weathering resistance, making it suitable for highly exposed maritime environments. The compound cures to form a flexible elastomer that allows for easy sanding and meets International Maritime Organisation (IMO) standards.
Specifications:
  • Chemical Base: 1-component polyurethane
  • Colour: Black
  • Cure Mechanism: Moisture-curing
  • Density: 1.3 kg/l
  • Application Temperature: 5 – 35 °C
  • Skin Time: 90 minutes
  • Shrinkage: 3%
  • Shore A Hardness: 40
  • Tensile Strength: 3 MPa
  • Elongation at Break: 600%
  • Tear Propagation Resistance: 10 N/mm
  • Service Temperature: -50 – 90 °C
  • Shelf Life: 12 months for cartridge/unipack, 9 months for pail/drum
Product Benefits:
  • Excellent weathering resistance
  • Robust and durable
  • Easy and fast sandable
  • Ideal flow behavior for application
  • Long toolability
  • Resistant to seawater and fresh water
Areas of Application: Suitable for caulking joints in traditional timber decking for boats, yachts, and commercial ships. Recommended for professional users with prior testing for adhesion and material compatibility.
Cure Mechanism: Cures by reaction with atmospheric moisture, with slower curing at lower temperatures.
Chemical Resistance: Offers long-term resistance to fresh water, seawater, and mild cleaning agents. Not resistant to solvents, acids, caustic solutions, and chlorine cleaners.
Method of Application:
  • Surface Preparation: Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free from contaminants. Use of Sika® Primer-290 DC is mandatory for timber.
  • Application: Apply using appropriate equipment between 5 °C and 35 °C. Optimal temperature is 15 °C to 25 °C.
  • Removal: Uncured material can be removed with Sika® Remover-208. Cured material requires mechanical removal.
Further Information: Additional guidance and publications are available upon request, including Safety Data Sheets and Marine Application Guides.
Packaging Information: Available in various sizes including 300 ml cartridges, 600 ml and 1000 ml unipacks, 23 l pails, and 195 l drums.
Health and Safety Information: Users must consult the Safety Data Sheets for safe handling, storage, and disposal information.
Disclaimer: Information provided is based on current knowledge and experience. Users must test product suitability for specific applications. Sika reserves the right to change product properties.
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Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO-1

PRODUCT DATA SHEET DESCRIPTION Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO is a 1-component polyurethane based joint sealing compound, specifically formulated for caulking joints in traditional timber marine decking. It exhibits excellent weathering resistance and is therefore well suited for highly exposed open joints within the maritime environment. The sealing compound cures to form a flexible elastomer which allows a fast and easy sanding process. Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO meets the requirements set out by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). PRODUCT BENEFITS ■ Excellent weathering resistance ■ Robust and durable ■ Easy and fast sandable ■ Ideal flow behavior for application ■ Long toolability ■ Unique aspect ■ Resistant to seawater and fresh water AREAS OF APPLICATION Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO is designed for caulking of joints in traditional timber decking for boat-, yacht and commercial ship constructions. This product is suitable for experienced professional users only. Test with actual substrates and conditions have to be performed to ensure adhesion and material compatibility. TYPICAL PRODUCT DATA (FURTHER VALUES SEE SAFETY DATA SHEET) CQP = Corporate Quality Procedure A) 23 °C / 50 % r. h. B) storage below 25 °C PRODUCT DATA SHEET Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO Version 03.01 (04 - 2023), en_GB 012001202904001000

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Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO-2

PACKAGING INFORMATION CURE MECHANISM Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO cures by reaction with atmospheric moisture. At low temperatures the water content of the air is generally lower and the curing reaction proceeds somewhat slower (see diagram 1). CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Sikaflex®-290 DC PRO offers effective longterm resistance to fresh water, seawater and mild aqueous cleaning agents. The sealant is not resistant to solvents, acids, caustic solutions and chlorine containing cleaners. A brief contact with fuels or lubricants has no significant effect on the durability of the sealant. METHOD OF APPLICATION Surface...

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