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Silicone Adhesives and Sealants


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Chemical Pre-Treatment

Surface primers generally improve adhesion strength by acting as a chemical bridge between the substrate and the adhesive. Typically, the reactive species in a primer will be multifunctional, with one set of reactive groups that will preferentially react with the substrate surface, and additional groups that have a high affinity for the adhesive.

Dow Corning primers are dilute (solvent-containing) solutions of silane coupling agents and other active ingredients that:

  • Deliver the active ingredients in a thin, uniform coating
  • Enhance surface cleaning
  • Aid in the penetration of the active ingredients into the bonding surface

Applying primer

  • Surface reactive components typically must be applied in a very thin layer for best bonding.
  • Active components in primer react with atmospheric moisture. Recommended conditions are room temperature and relative humidity of greater than 50%. Low humidity and/or low temperature conditions require longer cure times.

Dow Corning® OS-2 Silicone Cleaner and Surface Prep Solvent

  • Removes silicones, oils, greases, waxes and sealant residue from mechanical applications
  • Prepares surfaces to be painted, bonded, or sealed
  • Safe on plastics and non-corrosive to metals
  • VOC exempt; non-ozone depleting
  • Dries quickly

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  1. Surface Pre-Treatment Tutorial


  2. Cleaning and Degreasing


  3. Chemical Pre-Treatment


  4. Flame Treatment


  5. Corona Discharge


  6. Plasma Treatment


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