Instructions for use
Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free from oil, grease, loose paint, old sealant etc; Bead, spread or spot the adhesive as required. Press components into position.
Adhesive thickness should be no less than 2mm (use spacers if required). Remove excess and smooth any exposed. Sikaflex®-522 Caravan to a flat finish while still wet.
Heavy components may need support or clamping for a few hours. Bonds to all
normal construction components. Will not bond to non-stick surfaces such
as PTFE, Silicone, Polythene or Polypropylene. If in doubt carry out a pre-test.
Once opened the cartridge should be used quickly as it is moisture
reactive and cannot be resealed effectively. Sika® recommends the use of
gloves when handling. Use a suitable hand cleanser and water to remove
from exposed skin. Do not use solvents.
Product Benefits:
- 1-C hybrid-formulation
- Elastic
- UV, ageing and weathering resistant
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates without the need for special pre-treatment
- Can be overpainted
- Can be sanded
- Low odour
- Non-corrosive
- High electrical resistance
- VOC and solvent-free
- Silicone and PVC free
Areas of Application Sikaflex®-522 Caravan bonds well to a wide variety of substrates and is suitable for making permanent elastic seals of high bonding strength. Suitable substrate materials are timber, metals, metal primers and paint coatings (2-C systems),
Caravan Applications:
- Roof Vents
- Skylights
- TV Aerials
- Awning Rails
- Fillet/Corner Joints
- Lap Joints
- Butt Joints
- Leaky Gaskets
- Window Strips