Product Information Construction FEATURES * Approved for structural applications! Meets ASTM C1184 Standard Specification for Structural Silicone Sealant Meets ASTM C719 Class 25 Higher ‘movement capability +/-25% + Meets GB 16776 - 2005 Structural Silicone Sealants for Building + Improved Productivity + Low VOC formula COMPOSITION + Two-part, neutral-e silicone sealant {Al sucturalaplications MUST be reviewed bythe technical sa, Dow Corning Corporation. I thee commendations are follomed, Dow Corning will ksue a sractral suhesive waranty fora saci job. Dow Corning® 983 Structural Glazing Sealant APPLICATIONS * Dow Corning* 983 Structural Glazing Sealant is designed for factory glazing and curtainwall production. Iti suitable for use where dul structural and ‘weatherseal applications are desired, wth up to */-25% movement capability ina well-designed weatherseal. Once cured, this structural sealant forms a durable, flexible and watertight bond. It has excellent unprimed adhesion to most glass, chromated and anodized aluminum and many painted aluminum surfaces, Primer C may be require for fast and consistent adhesion to poly Powdercoat and fluorocarbon coatings and other high performance coated substrates approved for architectural structural glazing applications TYPICAL PROPERTIES ication Writers: These values ate not intended for use in preparing specifications. Please contact your local Dow Coming sales office or your Global Dow Corning Connection before writing specifications on this product Test Prey Uni Result ‘As Supplied-DC 983 Structural Glazing Color White Physical Form Paste ASTM D175 Specific Gravity 136 ASTM C1185 Extrusion Rate, 90 psi 1/8" zimin 300 orifice VOC Content gl a As Supplied - DC 983 Structural Glazing Sealant, Black Curing Agent Color Black Physical Form Paste ASTM D475 Specific Gravity 107 VOC Content el <150 As Supplied - DC 988 Structural Glazing Sealant, Black Curing Agent Color Black Physical Form Viscous liquid ASTM DI475 Spovitic Gravity VOC Content el As Catalyzed - Mixed at 9:1 Base to Curing Agent by Volume (9:1 Volume = 12:1 Weight) Snap Time minutes 20-60 Unit Handling Time, hous) 4-24 hours at24C (75°F), minimum? VOC Content" al ASTM D2202 Flow Sag (Slump) ‘mm (inches) <2.$(<0.1) As Cured -7 Days at 25C (77°F) and 50% Relative Humidity ASTM C661 Durometer Hardness, Shore A poins 35-48, ASTM D412 Tensile Strength (Ultimate) MPa(psi) 2.00300) ASTM D§12 longation (Ultimate) % ASTM D624 ear Strength, Die B Nimippid ASTM C794, Adhesion-in Peel, Peel Stength Nim (ppi) 5,600 (32) ASTM C719. Movement Capability % ‘As Cured ~ 21 Days at 25°C (77°F) and S0 percent Relative Humidity ASTM CII35) “Tensile Strength (at 10%) Mpa psi) 0.2(30) ASTM C1135, Te (Climate) Mpa psi) 1-1(160)DESCRIPTION Mixed Dow Corning® 983 Structural Glazing Sealant isa two-part silicone formulation. As supplied, the base is ‘a smooth, white paste and the curing ‘agent isa dark grey paste. Once catalyzed, the material cures to a high- ‘modulus, flexible silicone rubber that is suitable for use in structural and ‘weatherseal applications. Dow Corning* 983 Structural Glazing Sealant features excellent adhesion t0 ‘most common construction materials, ‘a physical property profile that is more than sufficient for structural adhesive and weatherseal applications, a non- corrosive by-product, and excellent weatherability, durability and recovery after repeated extension and. ‘compression up to 25% Dow Corning" 983 Structural Glazing Sealant is compatible with reflective ‘glass, laminated glass and most insulating glass. Itcan be used in deep narrow joints to obtain a full and complete cure. HOW TO USE When Dow Corning” 983 Structural Glazing Sealant is used in structural applications, the structural joint design [MUST be reviewed by a Dow Coming technical service specialist. ‘Typical Properties Table continued Test Property Unit Result ASTM.CII35, Elongation (Ultimate) 200 , Specifications Y ASTM.CH84 Structural Glaring Spee Passes ‘Based on South Coast Air Quality Managemen Distt of California. Maxtnum VOC i ised both inclsive and exclusive of water and exerpt compounds Aso st be conic pric to shipping 0 3 it “Timeframe depends on bow wits ae moved and veriod for performance by deglazing fr adhesion sod fl “Depending on mixing ratio, ‘Complete design and installation Dow Corning" 983 Structural Glazing guidelines are contained inthe Dow Sealant s supplied as two separate “oming Asia Technical Manual, ‘components. Asa custom feature, the and must be followed for warranty cure rate may be adjusted by changing applications when using this product. the base-to-curing-agent ratio from 8:1 to 10:1 by volume, Sealant physical METHOD OF properties are not significantly APPLICATION changed over this ange. Changes in the temperature and humidity ‘and material temperatures in the package will affect snap time and cure properties. Colder temperatures will slow cure and adhesion development. ‘To obiain optimum adhesion, joints should be tooled immediately after Dow Corning” 983 Structural Glazing Sealant Curing Agent must be thoroughly mixed into the base using an airless mixing system. Dow Corning” 983 Structural Glazing Sealant is compatible with existing ‘commercial, two-part silicone Gaping cauipment Neherhand Slant application to ensure complete mixing nor mechanical mixing is aubeinee cones S satisfactory du to incorporation of ai, resulting in altered physical properties Questions about the use of Dow Corning” 983 Structural Glazing Sealant ean be answered by calling your local Dow Corning Application Sales Engineer. Our laboratory personnel and technical service staff are also available for assistance. Lot matching of Dow Corning” 983 ‘Structural Glazing Sealant curing agent and base is NOT required. Dow Corning* 983 Structural Glazing Sealant curing agent should be lightly stirred if any separation is seen prior to.use, Because of its reactivity with atmospheric moisture, curing agent should not be exposed to air for prolonged periods ‘Table I: Typical Weight Equivalents of Volumetric Mixing Ratios Equivalent Weight Ratio Volume Rati Black Curing Agent __ Grey Curing Agent 8:1 to 10:1 10d to 13:1 10.7:1 to 133:1 ‘Standard pup tos ae normally se 9:1 by volume, check with pump manufacture 2011, March 09 Form No. 63-1108-01 ‘ew Craig Garena ala of Dow Coming Corton, 2) Mekal youn he fre dea of Dw Casing Crporton SIAMETER reseed adcmak of ow Coming Coporion 1 Dow Coming Corre, A at FacedHANDLING PRECAUTIONS PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR SAFE USE IS NOT INCLUDED. BEFORE HANDLING, READ PRODUCT AND SAFETY DATA SHEETS AND CONTAINER LABELS FOR SAFE USE, PHYSICAL AND HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION THE SAFETY DATA SHEET IS AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCAL DOW CORNING SALES REPRESENTATIVE. USABLE LIFE AND STORAGE Dow Corning 983 Structural Glazing Sealant should be stored in airtight, closed containers. When stored at or below 30 U (86°F }- base, 27C (80 F -curing agent, both the base and curing agent have 1ashelf life of 12 months from date ‘of manufacture, Refer to product, packaging for "Use By" date, PACKAGING INFORMATION Dow Corning" 983. Structural Glazing Sealant curing agent and Dow Corning" 983 Structural Glazing Sealant base are packaged separately. ow Corning 983 Structural Glazing Sealant base is available in 250 kg (net weight) straight-sided rum. Dow Corning" 983 Structural Glazing Sealant curing agent is available in 19 kg (nct weight) pail for black or 18 kg (net weight) for grey. LIMITATIONS, ‘This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses. 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