Insulating Glass Systems

GS3 Silicone
Acetoxy

GS3 acetoxy silicone glazing sealant is a one-part elastomeric silicone sealant designed for residential in-plant and perimeter glazing applications.

Basic Use GS3 silicone glazing sealant is supplied ready-to-use. Under pressure, it flows readily from its container. It provides a high performance seal for a wide variety of in-plant glazing applications such as backbedding, cap bead, heel and toe beads. Colors Contact your local Quanex Sales representative or Customer Service Department to obtain a list of available colors. Packaging & Sizes GS3 acetoxy silicone glazing is available in cartridges. Cartridges: 10.3 fl. oz. (24 cartridges per box)

Performance
Uncured: Specific Gravity (clear) Slump (Inch) 1.03 0

Norm

Shelf Life 18 months from date of manufacture when stored in original unopened containers at or below 80 F (27 C). Technical Services Your Quanex Building Products Representative, in conjunction with your Quanex Building Products Technical Service Group, can provide in-plant training and assistance with special applications. Availability/Cost Availability and cost can be obtained from your local Quanex Representative or by calling our Customer Service Center. For more information call Truseal, a Quanex Building Products company: in the U.S. 888910-5280; in Canada 888-794-4453. Shipping Limitations None

Tack Free Time (min) 10-20 77 F (25 C) and 50% RH Extrusion Rate (g/mm) 1/8 ID-90 psi 350

Cure Through 24 hrs. Cure rate for 1/8 bead at 77 F (25 C) and 50% RH Cured: Durometer Shore A Tensile Strength (psi) Elongation (%) 27 300 400 ASTM D 2240 ASTM D 412 ASTM D 412

Note: The foregoing information is published as general information only. The listed properties and performance characteristics are approximate value and are not part of the product specification.

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GS3 Silicone
Insulating Glass Systems
Specifications GS3 silicone glazing sealant meets or exceeds the requirements of the following specifications: TT-S00230C (COM-NBS); TT-S-001543A (COM-NBS); and ASTM C 920. Storage Conditions Containers should be kept sealed when not in use. After a container has been opened and entire contents have not been used, extrude 3/8 of material past nozzle opening. When ready to use, pull out cured plug. Sealant is ready to use. Health & Safety On contact, uncured sealant causes irritation. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do handle contact lenses with sealant on hands. In case of contact, flush eyes with water. Call physician. Remove from skin with dry cloth or paper towel. Sealant releases acetic acid (vinegar-like odor) during cure. When heated to temperatures above 300 F (150 C) in the presence of air, product can form formaldehyde vapors. Keep out of reach of children. Warranty See Truseal warranty certificate.
ISO 9001:2008, Certificate Registration 10001512 QM08

Acetoxy

Key Features Summary Long life expectancy UV resistant Provides weathertight seal Good movement capability

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Truseal Technologies, Inc. 6680 Parkland Boulevard Solon, OH 44139 T 888-910-5280 F 216-910-1507 www.quanex.com

Truseal Technologies, Inc., a Quanex Building Products Company F-8022B REV 06/2011

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