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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Special Features
- Condensation-curing
- Electrically insulating
- Non-slump
- Self-adhesive
- Shear thinning
- Thixotropic
- Two-component
- UV & weathering-resistant
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Cure Method
- Applications
- Frame Bonding
- Production of CPV Modules
- Solar Thermal Energy
- Application Details
- Fast-curing multi-purpose adhesive for the solar energy industry
- Typical fields of application: frame sealing, bonding of junction boxes, fixation of backrails and mirror elements.
Processing
Mixing and curing:
- ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 1200 is processed in combination with a curing agent, such as WACKER® Catalyst T 77 or WACKER ® Catalyst T 77 PLUS. Prior to application the two compounds should be thoroughly mixed, either manually or by automatic metering lines equipped with static or dynamic mixing devices.
- The recommended mixing ratio is 10:1 by weight. Potlife and curing speed can be modified within limits by adjusting the ratio of base compound (ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 1200) to curing agent (WACKER® Catalyst T 77 or WACKER® Catalyst T 77 PLUS). Varying the mixing ratio between 8:1 and 12: usually has a small effect on the properties of the cured rubber. However, if the mixing ratio differs substantially from the recommended scope, preliminary tests should be carried out to check the cured material’s suitability.
- Moreover Curing speed can be slightly accelerated by raising the temperature. Heating, however, must not exceed 60 °C before curing is completed. After completion of the vulcanization process the product may continuously be exposed to constantly changing climatic conditions, UV radiation and high temperature without damage.
- Cured ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 1200 usually shows good primerless adhesion to many substrates, in particular to those materials which are typical of the solar industry (glass, anodized aluminum, Tedlar® films, PVF, PVDF, PPO, PPS etc.).
Removal:
- If removal of the silicone from machines or dispensing equipment is necessary, white spirit or similar nonpolar solvents are recommended. However, cleaning ideally should take place before the silicone is fully vulcanized. Cured silicone needs to be removed mechanically, if necessary in combination with a swelling agent (solvent).
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
- Catalyst Properties
- Cured Properties
- Uncured Properties
- Properties
Uncured:
- Non-slump paste
- Fast curing at room temperature
- To be cured with WACKER® Catalyst T 77 or WACKER® Catalyst T 77 PLUS (recommended mixing ratio: 10:1).
Cured:
- Medium hardness
- Primerless adhesion to many substrates (glass, ceramics, metals, plastics and powder coatings).
- Recommended service temperature range: -50 °C to +180 °C.
- Suitable for bonding applications
- Note
Cured properties are cured with WACKER Catalyst T 77 or WACKER Catalyst T 77 PLUS, mixing ratio 10:1 (by weight). Curing Conditions: 14 days at 23 °C and 50 % rel. humidity, 2 mm sheet, no post-curing.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Recommended Service Temperature | -50 to +180 | °C | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Pot Life (10:1, at 23°C) | 15 - 20 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Pot Life (10:1, at 23°C) | 5 - 10 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Pot Life (12:1, at 23°C) | 10 - 15 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Pot Life (12:1, at 23°C) | 25 - 30 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Pot Life (8:1, at 23°C) | 10 - 15 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Pot Life (8:1, at 23°C) | 4 - 6 | minutes | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Tack-Free Time (10:1, at 23°C) | approx. 30 | minutes | — |
| Tack-Free Time (10:1, at 23°C) | approx. 60 | minutes | — |
| Tack-Free Time (12:1, at 23°C) | approx. 45 | minutes | — |
| Tack-Free Time (12:1, at 23°C) | approx. 90 | minutes | — |
| Tack-Free Time (8:1, at 23°C) | approx. 25 | minutes | — |
| Tack-Free Time (8:1, at 23°C) | approx. 45 | minutes | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density (at 23°C) | 1.35 | g/cm³ | DIN EN ISO 1183-1 A |
| Dielectric Strength (at 23°C) | 14 | kV/mm | IEC 60243-1 |
| Elongation (at break) | 280 | % | ISO 37 Type 1 |
| Shore Hardness A | 36 | — | DIN ISO 48-4 |
| Tear Strength | 7.1 | — | ASTM D 624 B |
| Tensile Strength | 2.1 | N/mm² | ISO 37 Type 1 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density (at 23°C) | 1.32 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183-1 A |
| Dynamic Viscosity (at 25°C, Shear rate 0.5 s⁻¹) | 1250000 | mPa·s | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
| Dynamic Viscosity (at 25°C, Shear rate 25 s⁻¹) | 90000 | mPa·s | DIN EN ISO 3219 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Safety & Health
- Safety Note
During cure ELASTOSIL® SOLAR 1200 releases a total of 1.5 % alcohol. These vapors should not be inhaled for long periods or in high concentrations. Hence ventilation of the work place is recommended.
Packaging & Availability
- Country Availability
- Regional Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
Store in a dry and cool place.