Arbosil 1081 Arbosil 1081 is a One-part Acetoxy Cure Silicone Sealant, which cures rapidly on exposure to moisture vapour to form a resilient elastic silicone rubber.
Arbosil 1081 White contains a fungicide to help reduce the incidence of mould growth on the sealant when used in aquatic applications etc.
Main Application Recommended for use in aquatic applications. It is not recommended for over painting, use against most metal surfaces and use against natural stone.
Application Instructions Joint preparation The joint surfaces must be clean, dry and free from all contamination.
The surfaces should bedegreased using the appropriate cleaner. Application Arbosil 1081 is supplied in cartridges and can be applied into the joint using a Caulking Gun. All joint preparation, priming, and sealant application should be carried out in accordance with BS8000 Part 16, the British Standard for the sealing of joints using sealants.
Joint Size suitability Joint width Minimum 6mm Maximum 25mm (single application); 35mm (Multiple application) Joint Depth Minimum 10mm on porous substrates Minimum 6mm on non-porous substrates Maximum 15mm Width:Depth ratio (within above min/max restrictions) 2:1 butt joints 1:1 lap joints
Storage Life 12 months in original unopened package stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Health & Safety Avoid prolonged contact with the skin. If sealant comes into contact with the eyes, flush with copious volumes of cold water and obtain medical attention.
Storage Life Technical Data Typical Shore A hardness………………. 20 Application temperature………………... +5°C to + 40°C Service temperature…………………….. -40°C to +200°C Skinning time @ 20°C/65%RH………… 20 minutes Cure rate @ 20°C/65%RH …………….. 2mm/24 hours Chemical resistance…………………….. Resistant to most alkalis and dilute acids. Organic solvents may cause the sealant to swell and lose adhesion, but do not directly dissolve the sealant. UV resistance…………………………… Very Good Service life……………………………… 25 years + Movement accommodation…………….. Butt joints (movement in tension and compression): 30% (Not to exceed ± 20% in any one direction) Lap joints (movement in shear): 60% (Not to exceed ± 40% in any one direction) Colours…………………………………. White (contains a fungicide), Black, Translucent.
Packaging:310ml plastic cartridges. Polyethylene nozzles are included .
Silicone sealant
