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3140 RTV

Description
Single-component 98%-solids RTV silicone rubber. Room temperature cure (humidity-reactive). Completely noncorrosive. Forms tough rubbery coating. Excellent properties. Translucent; permits full inspection of installation. Self-leveling; forms fairly thick coats 0.03-0.06 in (0.75-1.5 mm). Easy-to-apply general-purpose coating. Lab and field use. Low reinforcing effects. High-elongation capabilities. Good for short-term water immersion. Resists many chemicals. Bonds to contaminated surfaces for short term tests; for best long-term, chemically clean surface and prime with M-LINE RTV Primer No. 1.


3140 RTV

Cure Requirements
Tack-free in approximately 2 hours. Cure 24 hours for each 0.02-in (0.5 mm) thickness at +75°F (24°C), 50% RH. Longer cure at lower humidity levels.
Note: Will not cure properly if coating is not exposed to atmosphere.

Operating Temperature Range
Short Term: -100° to +600°F (-75° to +315°C)
Long Term: -65° to +500°F (-55° to +260°C)

Shelf Life *
6 months at +75°F (+24°C)


Ordering Information
  • Package (as shown above) 1 collapsible metal tube [3 oz (85 g)]
  • Accessory 4 brush-cap bottles [1 oz (30 ml) each] RTV Primer No. 1


* Shelf life refers to the duration of time, beginning with the date of shipment, over which the item, when properly stored, should be expected to meet published specifications.


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