MIRROR GLASS ADHESIVE SILICONE SEALANT GLASS-MATE MIRROR MATE.

MIRROR GLASS ADHESIVE SILICONE SEALANT GLASS-MATE MIRROR MATE

 

ITEM DESCRIPTION

A low modulus, neutral cure silicone sealant. Suitable for interior fixing of mirrors, coated glass or metal panels.

A ready to use, one-part silicone sealant which is non-corrosive and odourless. GLASS-MATE has excellent unprimed adhesion on most mirror coatings and has outstanding resistance to heat and humidity. It’s properties are unaffected by sunlight, ultra-violet radiation and temperature extremes.

Uses

Bond It GLASS-MATE is suitable for internal bonding of mirrors, glazed surfaces, ceramics, enamel, metals, PVCu, polycarbonate and treated or untreated wood, to most common substrates.

Preparation

Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from grease or any contaminants that may hinder adhesion.

Application

Apply using a standard sealant gun. Cut tip from cartridge, be careful not to damage the screw thread. Cut the nozzle at an angle of 45° and fix to cartridge. Using a caulking gun apply sealant. Extrude 10mm wide strips of sealant vertically to the back of the mirror, or surface to be bonded, approximately 100 apart. Press the mirror onto the surface being bonded, preserving a constant bead thickness of 3mm for optimum cure. Mechanically support the mirror once in place for at least 48 hours. For large mirrors this product should be used in conjunction with mechanical fixings. Note: this product is not suitable for use as a sole fixing for safety backed mirrors.

Colours

GLASS-MATE is available in translucent only.

Container Size

EU3 plastic cartridge.

Shelf Life

12 months.

Storage Conditions

Store in cool, dry conditions

GLASS-MATE Mirror Adhesive Technical Information - Specification Summary

Skinning Time

Less than 30 minutes

Full Cure

24-48 hours depending on conditions and bead depth

Extensibility

Up to 450% at breaking point

Application Temperature

-30 to + 60°

Service Temperature

-50 to + 120° continuous exposure, higher temperatures can be withstood for limited periods

Adhesion

Good to glass, concrete, ceramics, timber, ferrous metals and most building materials