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Description for Bostik Chem-Calk Syl-a-Pocket
One-component, pourable, pitch pocket filler; high weathering characteristics; non-gassing; exhibits a homogenous filler profile.Application Type Seal 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Paste Manufacturer Bostik Chemistry Non-gassing, Solvent-Free Cure Method Reactive Moisture Cure Temperature (°C) 25 Cure Time (min) 1,440, >20,160 Color White -
Technical Data for Bostik Chem-Calk Syl-a-Pocket
Overview
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Application Type
- Sealant - Seal
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Paste
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Industry
- Industrial - Pipes
- Construction - Roofing, Stacks
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Chemistry
- Solvent-Free
- Other - Non-gassing
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Application Method
- Dispenser - Gun, Pump
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Cure Method
- Moisture / Condensation Cure - Reactive Moisture
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Color
- White
Specifications
Cure Specs
Cure Temperature (°C) 25 Test Method Cure Time (min) 1,440, >20,160 Test Method Tack Free Time (min) 60 Bond Strength
Tensile Strength (psi) 150 Test Method Material Resistance
UV Resistance Very Good Moisture/Humidity Resistance Moisture/humidity resistance Hardness
Shore A Hardness 29 Test Method Elongation (%) 400 Test Method Flexibility Elastomeric Modulus (psi) 70 Test Method Business Information
Shelf Life Details When stored in its original, tightly sealed container, Bostik® Chem-Calk® Syl-a-Pocket has a shelf life of twelve (12) months from date of manufacture. Shelf Life Type From date of manufacture Shelf Life (mon) 12 -
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Best Practices for Bostik Chem-Calk Syl-a-Pocket
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Application
Prepare pitch pocket—remove foreign material including water, frost, etc. Cut nozzle to desired size, puncture seal inside the nozzle. Gun/pump Chem-Calk® Syl-a-Pocket filler into the pitch pocket to desired level. It may be desirable to protect during the skinning and curing of the pitch pocket filler.
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Clean-Up
Cleanup should begin immediately before Chem-Calk® Syl-a-Pocket has begun to cure. The use of Bostik® Hand & Tool Towels will aid in removal of uncured and partially cured material. Cured Chem-Calk® Syl-a-Pocket filler can be difficult to remove without altering or damaging the surface to which it has been misapplied.
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Cure Temperature Test Methods
Cure Temperature | Cure Time Test Method |
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25°C | After 14 days cure at 77°F & 50% RH |
Cure Time Test Methods
Cure Time | Test Method |
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1,440 min | 1/4-in. per 24 hrs. |
>20,160 min | After 14 days cure at 77°F & 50% RH |
Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Cure Humidity |
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150 psi | 20,160 min | 25°C | 50 % |
Elongation Test Methods
Elongation | Test Method |
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400 % | After 14 days cure at 77°F & 50% RH, at break |
Modulus Test Methods
Modulus | Test Method |
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70 psi | After 14 days cure at 77°F & 50% RH, Modulus at 100% |
Shore A Hardness Test Methods
Shore A Hardness | Shore Hardness Test Method | Hardness Temperature |
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29 | After 14 days cure at 77°F & 50% RH | 25°C |