Dow Corning 1200 primer
Silicone sealant prime coat
DESCRIPTION
Dow Corning 1200 Primer is a dilute
solution of reactive materials in
solvent.
USES
Dow Corning 1200 primer is used to
promote adhesion of certain one-part
silicone sealants and coatings to a
variety of construction materials such
as plywood, masonry and metal.
SURFACE PREPARATION
For best bonding results, the following
steps should be followed when using
Dow Corning 1200 primer.
1. Thoroughly clean all surfaces of
dust, dirt, tar, oils and other
debris. Remove rust from metal
surfaces and scale by abrasive
cleaning or wire brushing.
Masonry surfaces should also be
wire brushed and blown with
compressed air to remove dust.
2. Thoroughly clean and degrease
all surfaces with an industrial
solvent such as IPA (isopropyl
alcohol), haphta, mineral spirits,
xylene, toluene or MEK on a
clean, oil-free rag.
APPLICATION
Apply Dow Corning 1200 Primer to
clean, dry surfaces by dipping,
brushing or spraying. A coverage rate
of about 400 square feet per gallon is
recommended on rough or porous
substrates. On smooth metal or
plastic surfaces, coverage of 800
square feet per gallon is possible.
Allow the primer to dry and react with
the surface for at least 15 minutes.
The exact time required depends
upon temperature, humidity and the
porosity of the substrate. It is the
user’s responsibility to determine
adequate primer dry times for Specific
applications. Apply silicone glazing or
building sealant as directed.
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Solvent
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content
(VOC), g/L FURTHER INFORMATION
Where other products are to be used
PACKAGING in conjunction with this material, the
relevant technical data sheets should
Dow Corning 1200 primer is be consulted to determine total
supplied in 500ml metal containers. requirements. abe Construction
Chemicals has a wealth of technical
HANDLING & STORAGE and practical experience built up over
years in the company’s pursuit of
This product has a shelf life of 18 excellence in building and
months if kept in a dry cool place in construction technology.
the original packaging. In more
extreme conditions this period might
be shortened. Store below 32º C.
Container should be kept tightly
sealed when not in use. The primer
hydrolyzes upon contact with
atmospheric moisture, and prolonged
exposure will reduce or destroy its
effectiveness. Once hydrolyzed, as
indicated by a milky appearance, the
material cannot be reclaimed, and will
contaminate any unreacted primer
with which it is mixed.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Product safety information required for
use is not included. Before handling,
read product and material safety data
sheets and container labels for safe
use, physical and health hazard
information. The material safety data
sheet is available from your Dow
Corning distributor, abe Construction
Chemicals.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This data sheet is issued as a guide to
the use of the product(s) concerned.
Whilst abe Construction Chemicals
endeavours to ensure that any advice,
recommendation, specification or
information is accurate and correct,
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