Product Data Sheet

Version 4 (09 / 2012)

Sikaflex®-291i
Multifunctional adhesive sealant for marine application

Technical Product Data

Chemical base 1-C polyurethane
1 White, grey, black,
Colour (CQP 001-1)
brown
Cure mechanism Moisture-curing
Density (uncured) (CQP 006-4) depending on colour 1.3 kg/l approx.
Non-sag properties Good
Application temperature ambient 10 - 40°C (50 - 105°F)
2
Tack free time (CQP 019-1) 60 min. approx.
2
Open time (CQP 526-1) 45 min. approx.
Curing speed (CQP 049-1) (see diagram)
Shrinkage (CQP 014-1) 2% approx.
Shore A-hardness (CQP 023-1 / ISO 868) 40 approx.
Tensile strength (CQP 036-1 / ISO 37) 1.8 MPa approx
Industry

Elongation at break (CQP 036-1 / ISO 37) 700% approx.

Tear propagation resistance (CQP 045-1/ ISO 34) 7 N/mm approx
Glass transition temperature (CQP 509 -1/ ISO 4663) -45°C (-50°F) approx.
Service temperature (CQP 513-1) -40 - 90°C (-40 - 195°F)
Short term 4 hours 120°C (250°F)
1 hour 140°C (285°F)
Shelf life (storage below 25°C) (CQP 016-1) 12 months
1) 2)
CQP= Corporate Quality Procedure 23°C / 50% r.h.

Description Product Benefits Areas of Application

® ®
Sikaflex -291i is a non-sag 1-C
polyurethane sealant specifically
developed for the marine market,
which cures on exposure to
atmospheric moisture and forms a
®
durable elastomer. Sikaflex -291i
meets in addition the low spread of
flame requirements set out by the
International Maritime Organisation
(IMO).
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Sikaflex -291i is manufactured in
accordance with the ISO
9001 / 14001 quality assurance
system and with the responsible
care program.
- Wheelmark approved Sikaflex -291i is a multipurpose
- 1-C formulation product used in marine con-
- Highly elastic structions. It is suitable for making
- Low odour elastic, vibration-resistant joint
- Non-corrosive seals, and can also be used for a
- Can be over painted variety of interior and exterior
®
- Bonds well to a wide variety of sealing applications. Sikaflex -291i
marine substrates bonds extremely well to the ma-
- Solvent free terials commonly used in marine
- Very low VOC construction like wood, metals,
metal primers and paint coatings
(2-C systems), ceramic materials
and plastics (GRP, etc.).
®
Sikaflex -291i must not be used to
seal plastics that are prone to
stress cracking (e.g. PMMA, PC,
etc.).
This product is suitable for experi-
enced professional users only.
Test with actual substrates and
conditions have to be performed to
ensure adhesion and material
compatibility.
Sikaflex® -291i 1 / 2
Cure Mechanism Do not apply at temperatures Packaging Information
® below 10°C or above 40°C. The
Sikaflex -291i cures by reaction Tube 100 ml
with atmospheric moisture. At low optimum temperature for substrate
and sealant is between 15°C and Cartridge 300 ml
temperatures the water content of
the air is generally lower and the 25°C. 400 ml
Unipack
curing reaction proceeds slower 600 ml
Tooling and finishing
(see diagram 1). Tooling and finishing must be
carried out within the tack-free time Value Bases
12
Thickness of cure [mm]
23°C (73°F) / 50% r.h.
of the sealant. We recommend the All technical data stated in this
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10 use of Sika Tooling Agent N. Product Data Sheet are based on
8 Other finishing agents or lubricants laboratory tests. Actual measured
must be tested for suitability / com- data may vary due to circumstan-
6
10°C (40°F) / 50% r.h. patibility. ces beyond our control.
4
Removal
2 ® Health and Safety Information
Uncured Sikaflex -291i can be
0 removed from tools and equipment For information and advice re-
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 ® garding transportation, handling,
Time [days] with Sika Remover-208 or an-
other suitable solvent. Once cured, storage and disposal of chemical
Diagram 1: Curing speed for Sikaflex -291i
®
the material can only be removed products, users shall refer to the
mechanically. actual Material Safety Data Sheets
Chemical Resistance Hands and exposed skin should be containing physical, ecological,
® washed immediately using Sika
® toxicological and other safety-re-
Sikaflex -291i is resistant to fresh lated data.
water, seawater, and proprietary Handclean towels or a suitable
aqueous cleaning agents; industrial hand cleanser and water.
Do not use solvents! Legal Notes
temporarily resistant to fuels, min-
The information, and, in particular, the
eral oils, vegetable and animal Overpaintability
® recommendations relating to the appli-
fats; not resistant to organic acids, Sikaflex -291i can be overpainted cation and end-use of Sika products,
concentrated mineral acids and with most conventional paint are given in good faith based on Sika's
caustic solutions or solvents. systems. The paint must be tested current knowledge and experience of
The above information is offered for compatibility by carrying out the products when properly stored,
for general guidance only. Advice preliminary trials and the best handled and applied under normal
on specific applications will be conditions in accordance with Sika's
results are obtained if the sealant recommendations. In practice, the
given on request. is allowed to cure fully first, differences in materials, substrates and
especially in the case of baked actual site conditions are such that no
Method of Application enamels. Please note that non warranty in respect of merchantability
Surface preparation flexible paint systems may impair or of fitness for a particular purpose,
the elasticity of the adhesive, nor any liability arising out of any legal
Surfaces must be clean, dry and relationship whatsoever, can be in-
free from grease, oil and dust. The impair joint movement and lead to
ferred either from this information, or
adhesion of the sealant can be cracking of the paint film. from any written recommendations, or
improved by wiping the joint with PVC based paints and paints that from any other advice offered. The user
® dry by oxidation (oil or alkyd resin
an appropriate Sika activating of the product must test the product’s
® based) are generally not suitable to suitability for the intended application
agent and Sika Primer if required. ®
overpaint Sikaflex -291i. and purpose. Sika reserves the right to
Advice on specific applications is
change the properties of its products.
available from the Technical Ser- The proprietary rights of third parties
vice Department of Sika Industry. Further Information must be observed. All orders are ac-
Copies of the following publications cepted subject to our current terms of
Application sale and delivery. Users must always
Cut off the tip of the nozzle to suit are available on request:
- Material Safety Data Sheets refer to the most recent issue of the
joint width and apply the sealant local Product Data Sheet for the prod-
with a suitable hand operated or - Sika Pre-Treatment Chart for uct concerned, copies of which will be
compressed-air gun, taking care to Marine Applications supplied on request.
avoid air entrapment. - General Guidelines Bonding and
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Sealing with Sikaflex

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