Tremco Vulkem 116 is a textured, single-component, moisture-curing polyurethane sealant for concrete, masonry, window and door perimeters and similar construction joints, supplied in a Bronze 10.1 oz (300 mL) cartridge. It is rated for ±25% movement (ASTM C719), offers primerless adhesion to porous substrates and is approved for exterior use only.
Tremco Vulkem 116 is a textured, single-component, moisture-curing, gun-grade polyurethane sealant for general-purpose construction use. It is a durable, flexible sealant intended for poured and precast concrete, masonry work, window and door perimeters and similar construction joints, and Tremco cites a 30-year history of primerless adhesion to porous substrates in sealing expansion joints in commercial construction. It is rated for ±25% movement capability (ASTM C719) for dynamic joints and is suitable for certain water immersion applications. Cure can be accelerated with Vulkem Catalyst 45/116 as needed. Vulkem 116 is approved for exterior use only: do not use it inside an occupied building, even if no occupants are present during use. Do not apply it over damp, green or contaminated surfaces, and do not use it in chlorinated, potable, heavy or waste water.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Textured, single-component, moisture-curing, gun-grade polyurethane sealant |
| Color | Bronze |
| Standards | ASTM C920 Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, Use T, NT, M, A, I class II and O; U.S. Federal Specification TT-S-00230C, Class A, Type II; CAN/CGSB-19.13-M87 |
| Other approvals | USDA regulation for indirect food contact; Canadian Food Inspection Agency; City of Los Angeles (COLA) approval standards |
| Use | Exterior only; not inside an occupied building |
| Movement capability (ASTM C719) | ±25% |
| Hardness (ASTM C661) | 40 |
| Skin time (ASTM C679) | 6 hours |
| Tack-free time | 30 hours at 73.4°F (23°C), 50% RH |
| Extrusion rate (ASTM C1183) | 40 to 50 mL/min |
| Weight loss (ASTM C1246) | Pass |
| Stain and color change (ASTM C510) | No stain / visible color change |
| Adhesion to concrete (ASTM C794) | 20 to 25 pli (89 to 111 N) |
| Adhesion to brick (ASTM C794) | 19 to 23 pli (85 to 102 N) |
| Effects of accelerated aging (ASTM C793) | Pass |
| Tensile strength (ASTM D412) | 200 to 250 psi |
| Elongation (ASTM D412) | 200 to 300% |
| Cure accelerator | Vulkem Catalyst 45/116, as needed |
| Pack | 10.1 oz (300 mL) cartridge |
| Part number | 426719L1 323 |
Product documents: Tremco Vulkem 116 Data Sheet (PDF)
How much joint movement does Vulkem 116 handle?
It is rated for ±25% movement capability under ASTM C719 and meets ASTM C920 Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, Use T, NT, M, A, I class II and O. Tensile strength is 200 to 250 psi and elongation 200 to 300% (ASTM D412).
Does Vulkem 116 need a primer?
Tremco cites a 30-year history of primerless adhesion to porous substrates, which is why it is used for sealing expansion joints in commercial construction. Adhesion is 20 to 25 pli on concrete and 19 to 23 pli on brick (ASTM C794). The current data sheet gives no priming instructions for other substrates.
How long does Vulkem 116 take to cure?
Skin time is 6 hours (ASTM C679), and it is tack-free in 30 hours at 73.4°F (23°C) and 50% RH. Cure can be accelerated with Vulkem Catalyst 45/116 as needed.
What standards and approvals does Vulkem 116 meet?
It meets or exceeds ASTM C920 Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, Use T, NT, M, A, I class II and O; U.S. Federal Specification TT-S-00230C, Class A, Type II; CAN/CGSB-19.13-M87; USDA regulation for indirect food contact; Canadian Food Inspection Agency; and City of Los Angeles (COLA) approval standards.
Where should Vulkem 116 not be used?
It is approved for exterior use only; do not use it inside an occupied building, even if no occupants are present during use. Do not apply it over damp, green or contaminated surfaces. It is suitable for certain water immersion applications, but not for chlorinated, potable, heavy or waste water.
Can Vulkem 116 be painted?
It is paintable, but that does not imply adhesion to and compatibility with all paints; Tremco refers to Technical Bulletin No. S-09-05. This listing is the Bronze 10.1 oz (300 mL) cartridge; the 20 oz (600 mL) sausage and the other colors are listed separately.
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