DOWSIL 795 Silicone Sealant 20oz Sausages

DOWSIL 795 Silicone Building Sealant

Product Description: DOWSIL 795 Silicone Building Sealant is a versatile, one-part, neutral-cure silicone sealant designed for a wide range of construction applications. It offers excellent weatherability and resistance to temperature extremes, making it suitable for both interior and exterior use. This sealant is ideal for structural glazing, weather sealing, and other demanding applications where movement and exposure to the elements are concerns.

Features and Benefits:

• Multi-Use: Suitable for structural glazing, weather sealing, and other construction applications.
• Color Variety: Available in 15 standard colors, with custom options to match any design.
• Strong Performance: Unaffected by harsh weather conditions, including extreme temperatures from -40°F to 300°F.
• Excellent Adhesion: Bonds well to many construction materials without a primer, including glass, aluminum, steel, and painted metal.
• Easy Application: Ready to use as supplied, easy to apply in any temperature, and cures quickly at room temperature.
• Eco-Friendly: Low odor, non-staining, non-yellowing, and contains no chloride.

Applications:

• Sealing of door and window perimeters.
• Joints in pre-cast concrete panels.
• Structural attachment of various panel systems.
• Weather sealing across common construction materials.

Technical Standards:

• Meets critical industry standards including ASTM C920 and is approved for use by the USDA for incidental food contact.

How to Use: For application instructions and more detailed guidance, refer to the Dow Americas Technical Manual. Ensure surfaces are clean and dry before application. Primer may not be necessary for non-porous surfaces but is recommended for porous ones to ensure optimal adhesion.

Safety and Handling: Follow all safety guidelines as detailed in the Safety Data Sheet, and ensure proper ventilation during use.

Storage: Store DOW 795 at or below 80°F in a dry area to maintain optimal usability for up to 12 months.

Packaging: Available in various sizes, from small cartridges suitable for caulking guns to large bulk containers for extensive applications.

Limitations: Not suitable for below-grade applications, continuous water immersion, or where painting over the sealant is required. Not recommended for use on frost-laden or damp surfaces.