Two component polysulphide based outer sealant
for insulating glass units
TENAGLASS -PS EN
®
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ADVANTAGES
Two component polysulphide based compound to be used as
an outer sealant in the production of insulating glass units (IGU)
with dual seal. Product is supplied in the sets of component A
(base) and component B (catalyst). The mix of both components
cures in the result of chemical reaction. This product is intended
for professional use only. The designed characteristics of the mix
are achieved if the application rules are followed. Compatible
with IGU inner sealants TENAGLASS® and direct glazing adhesives
TENABOND®. For the use of the product in combination with
other sealants and adhesives the approval of the manufacturer is
required.
• Fine-tuned application properties to meet the expectations of
IGU manufacturer
• Good adhesion to glass and spacer materials (aluminium,
galvanized steel, stainless steel)
• Durable in normal weathering conditions
• Good resistance to most oil products and solvents
• Low gas and water vapour permeability
• Solvent – free
ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY
TENAGLASS®-PS EN conforms to the requirements given in
EN 1279.
TECHNICAL DATA
Product data
Appearance
Chemical base
Packaging
• Volume of standard set (A+B)
• Quantity of drums on one pallet
• Component A
• Component B
Shelf life/storage
Mixing ratio A : B
• by volume
• by weight
Sealant characteristics *
Component A (base) – light grey, thixotropic compound
Component B (catalyst) – black compound
Two component polysulphide
Chemical curing of mixed components
190 L (A) + 20 L (B) = 210 L
2 A (190 L) + 2 B (20 L);
2 A (190 L) or 2 B (200 L)
Net volume: 190 L
Net volume: 20 L or
Net volume: 200 L
Special packaging on customer’s request
6 months from production date in unopened, undamaged original packaging,
in dry place in temperature range from + 5 °С to + 30 °С
10 : 1,05
100 : 9,4
Unless other specified, characteristics are given for standard conditions, i.e., air temperature +(23 ± 2) °C and relative humidity (50 ± 5) %
Density (ISO 1183-1)
• Component A
• Component B
Resistance to flow (EN ISO 7390 mod.)
Pot life (TTM 003)
Time to dry surface (TTM 015)
Volatile content (EN 1279-6)
Hardness, Shore A (ISO 868)
• after 2 hours
• after 24 hours
Edge seal strength (EN 1279-4)
Water vapour transmission rate for 2 mm thick
film (EN 1279-4)
Gas permeation rate for 2 mm thick film
(EN 1279-4)
Application temperature
1,82 ± 0,05 g/ml
1,62 ± 0,05 g/ml
≤ 2 mm
≥ 30 min
from 60 to 150 min
≤ 2 %
≥ 30
≥ 45
≥ 0,6 MPa
≤ 7 (g H2O) × m–2 × (24h)–1
≤ 5 × 10–3 g × m–2 × h–1
from + 15 °С to + 30 °С
TTM - Manufacturer`s testing method
SIA TENACHEM
Spodribas Str. 3, Dobele, Dobele Municipality, LV-3701, Latvia
Phone +371 63722390; fax +371 63707050
E-mail: info@tenachem.com
www.tenaglass.com
2016 / Nr. 1
* The stated characteristics and values are given as a general information only. These data should not be interpreted as the conformity criteria.
The conformity criteria are given in manufacturer’s specifications.
Two component polysulphide based outer sealant
for insulating glass units
TENAGLASS -PS EN
®
IMPORTANT FEATURES
APPLICATION
CURING MECHANISM
Sealant components A and B react with each other. Component
B acts as a catalyst promoting the build-up of the backbone
consisting of polymer of component A. It is essential to apply
component A of TENAGLASS®-PS EN only in mixture with
component B of TENAGLASS®-PS EN. Avoid contamination of
TENAGLASS®-PS EN with previously used sealants. The deviations
of component B quantity ± 20 % from the nominal quantity will
not affect the IGU production control parameters remarkably.
Excess quantity of component B will speed up the initial curing
but can seriously affect the adhesive properties. Insufficient
quantity of component B will slow down the curing speed and
will lower the mechanical strength. Any deviations from nominal
mixing ratio can affect the permeability and durability of the edge
seal. Keep in mind that the certificates for all two component
sealants refer for nominal mixing ratio only.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces of the cavity have to be sound, clean and dry. Delete
glass coating at the edge of glass pane unless indicated otherwise
by the glass supplier.
TEMPERATURE INFLUENCE
In general, the rate of chemical reaction doubles for every 10 °C
rise in temperature. As a consequence, with temperature decrease
the pot life increases and the build-up of sealant hardness and
adhesion slows down. During the hot or cold weather make
sure that the build-up of the hardness and the adhesion is still
acceptable for the production speed, and the pot life is still long
enough to maintain the machinery in good condition.
Temperature also influences the flow properties of the
components and the mixed sealant. Drop of temperature rises the
viscosity of the compounds and higher pumping capacity of the
dispensing device is required.
COMPATIBILITY
Before the application of the sealant always perform the tests
to make sure that all materials having direct or indirect contact
are compatible and do not change or affect the properties of
each other. This applies especially to IGU inner sealants and, if
applicable, adhesives for direct glazing and weatherproofing
gaskets and sealants. TENAGLASS®-PS EN is compatible with
IGU inner sealants TENAGLASS®, glazing adhesives TENABOND®
and weatherproofing sealants TENALUX®. For the use of
TENAGLASS®-PS EN in combination with other sealants and
adhesives the manufacturer’s approval is required. If other
polymeric constituents can be influenced by this sealant, please
refer to the respective material suppliers. In case of doubt always
choose the design of the glazed structure where the sealant is in
contact only with the tested materials, i.e., avoid any direct contact
between IGU outer sealant and any other constituent containing
the migrating substances.
MIXING
Use automated or hand operated IGU production machinery
for mixing and application of sealant. Avoid contamination of
component B with moisture. Always follow advised mixing ratio
given on packaging to obtain the best results. For machine
adjustment check the mix properties in mixing ratio range ± 20
% from the nominal quantity of component B. Apply methods for
mixing quality control in accordance with EN 1279-6 or similar.
EQUIPMENT CLEANING
Please refer to user manual of dispensing equipment
manufacturer as well as special instructions for TENAGLASS®-PS EN
application.
HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES
Please refer to information given in safety data sheet for
TENAGLASS®-PS EN. Follow actual legislation requirements in the
place of product application. Always use individual protection
measures when working with sealant. Avoid the contact of
uncured sealant with skin.
PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT
Waste of sealant and materials contaminated by it have to be
collected and turned to waste deposit area. Contact your local or
regional authorities for disposal options.
LEGAL NOTES
The information given above, and, in particular, the
recommendations relating to the application and end-use of
SIA TENACHEM products, is based on SIA TENACHEM current
knowledge and experience. The information remains valid only as
long as the product is stored, handled and applied in accordance
with manufacturer’s recommendations. In praxis the conditions on
site as well as substrate properties will differ significantly. Therefore
the user of the product must test the product’s suitability for the
intended application and purpose. SIA TENACHEM reserves the
right to change the properties of its products. In all cases the most
recent version of product description applies.
SIA TENACHEM
Spodribas Str. 3, Dobele, Dobele Municipality, LV-3701, Latvia
Phone +371 63722390; fax +371 63707050
E-mail: info@tenachem.com
www.tenaglass.com
2016 / Nr. 1
IGU FOR BONDED GLAZING
When choosing the design of bonded glazing, take into account
that the strength of IGU sealant usually is much lower than the
strength of glazing adhesive, and the cut edges of glass panes are
coated with sealant. It is more reliable to choose adhesive bond
with rigid substrates, i.e., whenever possible, bond the face of
glass pane to the frame structure.