Sikaflex®-296
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 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 BENEFITS ■ Resistant to ageing and weathering ■ Excellent working characteristics ■ Solvent- and PVC-free ■ Low odour ■ Suitable for manual and pump applications ■ Black primerless application possible ■ Wheelmark approved DESCRIPTION Sikaflex®-296 is a high performance elastic gap-filling 1-C polyurethane direct glazing adhesive that cures on exposure to atmospheric moisture. It is suitable for almost all kind of minearal glazing application in the ship building industry. Sikaflex®-296 meets the regulations set out by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). AREAS OF APPLICATION Sikaflex®-296 is designed for direct glazing applications in both the OEM and repair Marine markets. It is suitable for use with all types of mineral glass-based windows used in Marine. Before installing laminated safety glasses, which incorporate heating elements in the PVB sandwich layer, contact Sika's Technical Service Department for advice. Sikaflex®-296 can be tooled to a very fine finish and is suitable for exposed joints. Seek manufacturer's advice and perform tests on original substrates before using Sikaflex®-296 on materials prone to stress cracking. Sikaflex®-296 is suitable for experienced professional users only. Test with actual substrates and conditions have to be performed to ensure adhesion and material compatibility. PRODUCT DATA SHEET Sikaflex®-296 Version 03.01 (04 - 2023), en_GB 012001212964001000

Time [days] CURE MECHANISM Sikaflex®-296 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). Diagram 1: Curing speed Sikaflex®-296 CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Sikaflex®-296 is generally resistant to fresh water, seawater, diluted acids and diluted caustic solutions; temporarily resistant to fuels, mineral oils, vegetable and animal fats and oils; not resistant to organic acids, glycolic alcohol, concentrated mineral acids and caustic solutions or solvents. METHOD OF...