What is Dymonic caulking used for?
Basic Uses Typical applications for Dymonic FC include expansion and control joints, precast concrete panel joints, perimeter caulking (windows, door, panels), EIFS, aluminum, masonry and vinyl siding.
How do I use Dymonic 100?
Dymonic 100 is easy to apply with conventional caulking equipment. Ensure that the backer rod is fitted properly for friction and that any necessary primers have been applied. Fill the joint completely with a proper width-to-depth ratio, and then tool to ensure intimate contact of sealant with joint substrates.
Is Dymonic caulk paintable?
Although Dymonic FC is paintable, this does not imply adhesion to and compatibility with all paints.
Is Vulkem 116 paintable?
Polyurethane sealants are paintable once they are fully cured.
Is Dymonic FC UV resistant?
Dymonic FC is also low-VOC, paintable and will not crack or craze under UV exposure.
What is a backer rod used in caulking?
Backer rods are usually round, flexible lengths of foam that are used as a “backing” in joints or cracks to help control the amount of sealant/caulking used and create a back stop. Many sizes/diameters are available for optimal fitting to the size of the joint being sealed.
What is a hybrid sealant?
Hodgson Hybrids are the next generation of adhesive sealants. They combine the flexibility and elasticity of a sealant with the strength of an adhesive. The result is a durable, multi-use product for all sealing, bonding and filling needs.
How long does Vulkem last?
Vulkem 116 generally cures at a rate of 1/16″ per day at 75°F (24°C) and 50% relative humidity. It will skin in 5 hours and be tack free in 30 hours. The cure time will increase as temperatures and/or humidity decrease.
How long does Vulkem take to dry?
Vulkem 116 generally cures at a rate of 1/16″ (2 mm) per day at 75 °F (24 °C) and 50% RH. It will skin in 5 hr and be tack free in 30 hr. The cure time will increase as temperatures and/or humidity decrease. A good rule of thumb is one additional day for every 10 °F decrease in temperature.
How do I know what size backer rod to get?
Standard practice for closed-cell backer rod is that with joints less than 3/4 inch (19mm) wide, the backer rod diameter should be 1/8 inch (3mm) larger than the joint width. With joints 3/4 inch (19mm) or larger, the backer rod diameter should be around 25%-30% larger than the joint width.
What is the difference between joint sealant and backer rod?
Closed Cell This means the material will not wick moisture making it suitable for joints with a high presence of water or dampness. Sealants, caulking or other chinking materials will stick more easily to closed cell backer rods which have a better bonding surface area than an open cell product.
What is dymonic FC caulk made of?
Dymonic FC polyurethane caulk is comprised of a branded silane end-capped polymer technology. Tremco Dymonic FC offers the “best of the best” performance qualities of polyurethane and silicone sealants.
What is Tremco dymonic FC sealant?
Tremco Dymonic FC polyurethane sealants are low-modulus, one-component, moisture-cure, polyurethane hybrid sealants. Dymonic FC polyurethane caulk is comprised of a branded silane end-capped polymer technology. Tremco Dymonic FC offers the “best of the best” performance qualities of polyurethane and silicone sealants.
What is dymonic 100 sealant?
Almond Anodized Aluminum Beige Black Bronze Buff Dark Bronze Gray Hartford Green Ivory Limestone Off White Redwood Tan Stone White Tremco Dymonic 100 is a high-performance, high-movement, single-component, medium-modulus, low-VOC, UV-stable, non-sag polyurethane sealant.
What is dymonic FC polyurethane?
Tremco Dymonic FC polyurethane sealants are low-modulus, one-component, moisture-cure, polyurethane hybrid sealants. Dymonic FC polyurethane caulk is comprised of a branded silane end-capped polymer technology.