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GENIOSIL® XT 120

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GENIOSIL® XT 120 is a silane-terminated binder based on alpha-silane technology, specifically formulated for the development of high-strength adhesives and coatings. This product is suitable for a wide range of applications, including building and construction adhesives, as well as industrial adhesives. It offers several advantages such as being isocyanate-free, having a very low viscosity, clear and transparent appearance, and tin-free catalysis. GENIOSIL® XT 120 provides rapid curing, resulting in a non-tacky surface. It exhibits a broad adhesion profile and ensures a long shelf life for the end product.

Chemical Family: Silyl-modified Polymers (SMP)

Features: Excellent Adhesion, Fast Cure, Long Shelf Life, Low Viscosity

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Applications & Uses

Applications
     
  • Building & Construction Adhesives
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  • Industrial Adhesives
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  • Assembly Adhesives
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  • Adhesives
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Application Details
     
  • GENIOSIL® XT 120 can be readily dissolved in standard organic solvents. It is insoluble in aqueous media and reacts with the release of methanol, forming a resinous deposit. The low glass transition temperature allows stable mechanical properties over a wide temperature range.
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  • The polymer cures at ambient temperature in the presence of both moisture and catalyst. Formulations show good adhesion to a wide variety of substrates even without primering. GENIOSIL® XT 120 can be formulated by conventional methods and mixing processes.
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  • The composition of a given system depends on the required property profile. However, its reactivity with water and atmospheric humidity must be taken into account during storage and processing. Therefore, it is imperative to ensure material handling is in the absence of moisture (e.g. inert gasses).
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  • In order to modify the hardness or the elongation of any GENIOSIL® XT 120 based formulation it is recommended to use a GENIOSIL® STP-E binder. Any other plasticizer could lead to migration after curing. Nevertheless a combination of both offers better elongation and tear resistance performance.
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  • It has been observed, that PPG types give extraordinary mechanical performance wheres aromatic plasticizers like Trimellitates or Phthalates results in good adhesion properties. Water scavengers can be added to stabilize the formulations against premature curing as this is moisture-curing technology.
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  • Therefore exclusion of moisture during compounding and storage is necessary. GENIOSIL® XL 10 or GENIOSIL ® XL 70 are particularly suitable scavengers. Antioxidants, HALS and UV-stabilizers can be added to GENIOSIL® XT 120 formulations to avoid degradation reactions.
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  • Furthermore, systems based on GENIOSIL® XT 120 should not be exposed to high temperatures over longer periods of time. Suitable catalysts beside tin derivatives include alkaline compounds, especially amines such as GENIOSIL® GF 9 (diamino silane) or DBU.
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Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear and transparent
Insoluble in
Aqueous media
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 20°C, 1000 hPa)1.14g/cm³DIN 51757
Flash Point97°CISO 2719
Ignition Temperature391°CEN 14522
Properties

GENIOSIL® XT 120 is dedicated for adhesive formulations, which need a higher modulus accompanied with less elongation or as a flexible coating.

  • Isocyanate free
  • Very low viscous
  • Tin-free catalysis
  • Rapid curing to a non-tacky surface
  • Broad adhesion profile
  • Long shelf life of end product

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Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America
  • Oceania