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Sika® Handclean
Sika Hand Cleaner is a unique, patented, waterless, citrus-scented hand cleaning system combining both a high-quality liquid hand cleaner formula and a heavy-duty, non-scratching abrasive hand-cleaning towel. Sika Hand Cleaner's unique properties work fast to remove fresh urethane and primer, small amounts of cured urethane and dried primer, and loosens and dissolves surface and embedded grease, grime and soil. Hands are left fresh, clean and residue-free, without rinsing or drying.
Use
Sika Hand Cleaner replaces shop towels, dry wipes, paper-towels and rags that are constantly used to wipe hands but can not properly clean them. When you do not have access to soap, water, wash basins or sinks, this is the ideal system to keep hands clean. Sika Hand Cleaner is essential for industrial workers bonding and sealing with urethane, and for mechanics, painters, machinists and all other workers exposed to oily soils. Quickly removes tough-to-clean substances including dirt, heavy grease, adhesives, lubricants, oils, ink, tar, wax, caulk sealant, paint and much more.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Works quickly to remove fresh urethane and primer
- Removes small amounts of cured urethane and dried primer other cleaners can't remove
- Works quickly to loosen and dissolve surface and embedded grease, grime and soil
- Hands are left fresh, clean and conditioned by gentle emollients
- No rinsing, drying or residue, leaves nothing behind but a pleasant fragrance
Colour
OrangePackaging
Pail: 72 towelsProduct Data Sheet
Sika Hand CleanerSafety Data Sheet
Sika Hand CleanerSika® Remover-208
Sika® Remover-208 is used to re-move traces of Sikaflex® products as well as for cleaning painted substrates. Sika® Remover-208 is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001/14001, quality assurance system.
Use
Sika® Remover-208 can be used to remove uncured excess Sikaflex® adhesive or sealant from application tools or soiled surfaces. Sika® Remover-208 can also be used for pre-cleaning strongly contaminated non-porous sub-strates. Sika® Remover-208 can be used to clean painted surfaces prior to bonding. This product is suitable for experienced professional users only. Tests with actual substrates and conditions must be performed to ensure adhesion and material compatibility.
Characteristics and Advantages
- For use on:
- soiled surfaces
- painted surfaces
- non-porous substrates
Colour
Colourless, clear
Packaging
Can of 250 ml, 1 L and 5 L.
Product Data Sheet
Sika Remover-208Safety Data Sheet
Sika Remover-208Foam Spacer Tape
Sika Spacer Tape is a closed-cell copolymer foam coated on both sides with an aggressive acrylic adhesive system for optimum compatibility to a variety of substrates. Sika Spacer Tape is constructed with a cellular structured foam that is particularly resistant to weathering and water absorption, while providing a superior long-lasting seal.
Use
Designed to join side panels and roofs on buses and truck bodies. It provides an excellent hold between two substrates during the bonding process without the need for clamps and acts as a spacer to maintain the proper joint design thickness.Characteristics and Advantages
- Excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates
- Remains flexible even at low temperatures, and dimensionally stable at high temperatures
- Superior resistance to weathering
Colour
Black & WhitePackaging
Available in a variety of widths and thicknesses.Product Data Sheet
Sika Spacer TapeSika® Tooling Agent N
Sika Tooling Agent N is a water-based, solvent-free tooling agent for use with Sikaflex adhesives and sealants.
Use
To smooth the surface of freshly applied Sikaflex adhesives and sealants. In tested cases, Sika Tooling Agent N has been shown not to affect paint finishes. However, in important cases, we recommend a pre-test in order to evaluate compatibility, especially with fresh and/or water-based paints.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Neutral formula makes it non aggressive to skin
- Doesn't attack paints
- Doesn't wash out or etch freshly-applied sealants and adhesives
Colour
Clear liquidPackaging
Can: 1 LProduct Data Sheet
Sika Tooling Agent NSafety Data Sheet
Sika Tooling Agent NSikaflex®-219 LM
Sikaflex-219 LM is a one-component, low-modulus, high performance, moisture-curing polyurethane sealant with excellent adhesion to aluminum, FRP, steel, wood, masonry and most plastics with proper surface preparation. Exhibits excellent recovery, making it ideal for sealing applications requiring high joint movement capability.
Use
For sealing building components that are subject to structural movement; glass to wood, aluminum, and anodized aluminum; between logs in log homes; critical SSR endlaps, exterior joints around roof curbs, roof joints, skylights, smoke vents, air conditioning equipment, curtain walls joints; for installing and sealing window and door perimeters; exterior grain storage bin lap joints and their base to the concrete pad; mullion panels and frame bedding; exposed and concealed aluminum, steel, coated metals and wood joints.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Cures to form a tough, durable elastic material with excellent cut and tear resistance
- Adheres, in most cases, without a primer to aluminum, siliconized polyester painted metals and other metals, glass, wood, tiles, fibre-reinforced plastics and similar materials
- Odourless
- Non-staining
- May be painted
- Excellent resistance to aging, weathering and road salt
- Exhibits good adhesion to aluminum, FRP, steel, wood, GALVALUME, ZINCALUME, and aluminized steel without attacking the metal coating
- High joint movement capability of +100/-50
- AAMA 808-3-92 Verified for Exterior Perimeter Sealing Compounds
Colour
White, Tan
Packaging
Cartridge: 300 mLSafety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-219 LMSikaflex®-220+
Sikaflex-220+ is a one component, cold-applied, fast-curing, high-viscosity, polyurethane adhesive designed for use in replacing direct glazed automotive glass parts.
Use
Sikaflex-220+ is designed for use in replacing polyurethane direct-glazed automotive glass parts.
Characteristics and Advantages
- One-component formulation
- Fast curing speed
- High mechanical performance
- Black primerless to glass
- Short cut-off string
- Safe Drive-Away Time in as little as two hours when used on vehicles without a passenger side airbag; eight hours with passenger airbag
- Exceeds FMVSS 212/208 in its most severe interpretation with dual airbags and unrestrained dummies
- Cost effective
Colour
Black
Packaging
Cartridge: 300 mL
Product Data Sheet
Sikaflex-220+Safety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-220+Sikaflex®-252
Sikaflex-252 is a 1-component, moisture-cured, polyurethane adhesive with extremely high thixotropy and high strength. Sikaflex-252 is particularly suited to bonding applications in the manufacture of trucks, trailers and equipment.
Use
Suitable for bonding of: floors (plywood, blandex, wood, metal) to subfloors or metallic frames; all exterior or interior panels, walls, sheets to corners or tubular frames; FRP roofs (vans, cabins); trim mouldings and all kinds of styling elements. Can also be used for sealing, especially for large-dimension joints. Seek manufacturer's advice before using on plastics that are prone to stress cracking.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Bonds and seals at the same time
- One part formulation
- Replaces rivets and mechanical fasteners
- Very high thixotropy for good gap filling properties
- Adhesion to a wide range of substrates
- Short tack-free and curing time
- Non-staining curing process
- Initial load bearing capacity
- Sandable and paintable
- Increases torsional stiffness of final assembly
- Shock/impact resistant. Vibration and sound damping
- Excellent weather and water resistance
- USDA approved for incidental food contact
Colour
White, Black
Packaging
Cartridge: 300 mL
Sausage: 600 mL
Pail: 23 L, 4.5 US gal
Drum: 195 L
Product Data Sheet
Sikaflex-252Safety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-252Sikaflex®-254
Sikaflex-254 is a non-sag, 1-component polyurethane adhesive that cures with the aid of Sika Booster (cure accelerator), or, alternatively, on exposure to atmospheric humidity, to form a durable elastomer.
Use
Sikaflex-254 Booster is suitable for structural joints which are exposed to dynamic stresses, where the attainment of high early strength is essential. Sikaflex-254 Booster is ideal to bond large components and assemblies.
Characteristics and Advantages
- One-component formulation with accelerated cure
- Thixotropic
- Good balance between Open Time and Cure speed
- Solvent-free
- Bonds well to wide variety of substrates
- Elastic/gap filling capability
- Can withstand high dynamic stresses
- Sandable and overpaintable
Colour
Black, White
Packaging
Pail: 23 L
Drum: 195 L
Product Data Sheet
Sikaflex-254 BoosterSafety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-254 BoosterSikaLastomer®-95
SikaLastomer-95 Isobutylene Tripolymer Tape is a high performance, tacky, elastic butyl tape which is designed to bond through oily GALVALUME, KYNAR 500, aluminized steel, ZINCALUME, galvanized metal, aluminum, siliconized polyester and polyvinyl fluoride painted metals, glass, wood, concrete, fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) and similar substrates. Its superior surface tack affords tenacious adhesion to these substrates without pre-wiping the surface even at temperatures as low as -15°C. SikaLastomer is formulated without asbestos fillers and contains a special additive which inhibits a broad spectrum of microbial activity.
Use
Specifically developed for sealing: critical Standing-Seam Roof (SSR) endlaps and lap joints for metal building roofs, skylights, roof curbs, smoke vents, air conditioning equipment, curtain wall joints and window and door perimeters; exterior grain storage bin lap joints and to seal the concrete base pad; polyethylene sheeting and metal sewer pipes; exposed, concealed exterior aluminium, steel, coated metal, wood, and roof rail lap joints and door hinges in transport equipment.; waterproof rivet seams and lap seams in truck trailers and RVs. Excellent for sealing between dissimilar metals to prevent electrolysis.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Resistance to fungus and mildew growth
- Virtually oduorless
- Paintable
- Will not stain painted or unpainted surfaces
Colour
Grey, White
Packaging
Rolls: Multiple sizes
Product Data Sheet
SikaLastomer-95Safety Data Sheet
SikaLastomer-95SikaFast®-5215
SikaFast-5215 NT is a fast-curing (5 minute Open Time), flexible 2-component adhesive system. It is based on ADP, Sika’s polymer technology, derived from acrylic chemistry. Uncured, SikaFast-5215 NT is a pasty, non-sagging, non-flammable material which allows an easy and precise application.
Use
The ADP technology offers a new generation of fast-curing, flexible adhesives designed to substitute welding, riveting, clinching and other, mechanical fastening techniques.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Strength development within minutes of application
- Adhesion to wide range of metals and plastics
- High strength
- Gap filling and vibration damping
- Solvent- and acid-free
- Easy to mix and low odour
- Approved NSF R2 for incidental food contact
Colour
2-Components - 1 White, 1 Black for Mixed Colour: Grey
Packaging
Dual Cartridge: 50 mL
Product Data Sheet
SikaFast-5215 NTSafety Data Sheet
SikaFast-5215 NTSikasil® N Plus
Sikasil N-Plus is a general-purpose, one-component, non-sag, elastomeric, 100% RTV neutral-cure silicone sealant.
Use
- Window and door fabrication;
- Conventional glazing;
- Back-bedding and cap, toe and heel beads;
- Perimeter sealing of windows, doors and skylights;
- Expansion and control joints;
- HVAC and White Goods assembly;
- Kitchen and bathroom countertops/solid surfaces and sanitary seals;
- Marine cabins;
- Trucks, trailers, automobiles, RVs.
Typical Substrates: Glass, aluminium, tile, fibreglass, plastic, ceramic, masonry,
concrete, brick and wood.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Extremely long service life and excellent weathering-resistance;
- Excellent flexibility for dynamic joint movement;
- Bonds to most substrates without priming;
- Ready-to-use -- no mixing required;
- AAMA-Certified component for window backbedding and glazing;
- Easy-to-use, regardless of the season.
Colour
White, Black, Bronze, Medium Bronze, Limestone, Colonial White, Aluminium, Clear
Packaging
■ 24 x 295 ml Cartridges per Case;
■ 20 x 600 ml Sausages per Case;
■ 197 Litre Drums (White, Clear and Black only).
Product Data Sheet
SikaSil N-PlusSafety Data Sheet
SikaSil N-PlusSikasil® GP
Sikasil®-GP is a general purpose, one-component, non-sag, elastomeric, acetoxy and anti-microbial (mildew resistant) silicone sealant/adhesive suitable for interior and exterior applications. Sikasil®-GP is also available in a high temperature (HT) grade.
Use
Construction
- Sealing and glazing of windows, doors and skylights.
- Conventional glazing.
- Sanitary sealing.
- Kitchens and bathrooms.
- Counter tops.
- HVAC and Plumbing.
- Roofing.
Industrial
- Heating and refrigeration units.
- Form-in-place gaskets.
- Sealing of truck, trailer and RV components.
- Marine cabins.
- Appliance trim.
Characteristics and Advantages
- May be applied with ease in all seasons and ideal for cold climates.
- Excellent gunability.
- Fast curing.
- Bonds to most substrates without priming including glass, aluminium, fibreglass, tile, plastic, ceramic, wood, steel and painted metals.
- Capable of accommodating ± 25% joint movement.
- Excellent flexibility for dynamic joint movement and dissimilar materials.
- Anti-microbial (mildew resistant)
- ANSI/NSF Standard 51 compliant for use in objects destined for contact with foodstuffs. Contact Sika Canada for guidance.
- Meets the requirements of ASTM C920, Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, Use NT, G, A, O.
- Meets CAN/CGSB 19.13-M87.
- Meets Federal Specification TT-S-01543A, Class A.
Colour
Standard Grade: Almond, Aluminium, Black, Bronze, Clear/Translucent, Metallic Aluminium, White
HT Grade: Red
Packaging
295 mL (10 US fl. oz) cartridge, 24/case;
197 L (52 US gal.) drum


Product Data Sheet
Sikasil®-GP/-GP HTSikaPower®-415 P1
SikaPower®-415 P1 is a one-part, cold-applied, humidity or thermal pre-curable, heatcuring sealant based on epoxy and polyurethane. SikaPower®-415 P1 is designed for sealing of seams or joints for sheet metal assembly work and is cured with heat, i.e. in the electrocoat oven, to form an elastic thermoset. Pre-curing takes place at ambient temperature by the formation of a thin skin through exposure to moisture or application of heat. The formation of the skin allows for good wash-out resistance. SikaPower®-415 P1 is filtered with a mesh size of 500 μm before packaging and is manufactured in accordance with the ISO 9001/14001 quality assurance system.
Use
SikaPower®-415 P1 is suitable for sealing seams (e.g. laser step seams) and joints for sheet metal assembly work. After application, the sealant forms a thin skin upon exposure to atmospheric moisture (approx 50% relative humidity) at ambient temperatures within approximately four (4) hours, making it resistant to wash out. The bonding of oily substrates (standard anti-corrosion treatment and deep drawing oils, at approx 3 g/m2) is possible due to oil uptake during the heat-curing step that is an essential part of the application process.
Characteristics and Advantages
- One-component;
- Elastic;
- Adheres well to oily substrates;
- Pre-cures by exposure to atmospheric moisture at ambient temperature;
- Good wash-out resistance after pre-curing;
- Pre-curing requires no additional equipment;
- Suitable for sealing various metals, e.g. steel, aluminium, zinc-coated steel, etc.;
- Can be electro- or powder-coated after pre-curing;
- Contains no solvents or PVC.
Colour
Black
Packaging
300 ml cartridges
Product Data Sheet
SikaPower-415 P1Safety Data Sheet
SikaPower-415 P1SikaLastomer®-714
SikaLastomer®-714 is a pasty, thixotropic, butyl-based, solvent-containing sealant. The evaporation of the solvents causes it to cure. The product is used for elastic sealing in numerous industrial applications. This sealant is particularly useful on assemblies which will later be taken apart. SikaLastomer®-714 is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Quality Assurance Systems.
Use
SikaLastomer®-714 is used to seal and create elastic joints which can later be removed in such areas as: the manufacture and maintenance of buses, caravans, campers, automobiles and in other similar industrial applications. SikaLastomer®-714 adheres to most substrates without surface preparation and is easy to tool.
This product is suitable for professional, experienced users only. Testing with actual substrates and conditions has to be performed to ensure adhesion and material compatibility.
Characteristics and Advantages
- One-component
- Easy to use and tool
- Wide adhesion range
- Good weathering resistance
- Good elasticity
- Can be easily removed
Colour
Black
Product Data Sheet
SikaLastomer-714Safety Data Sheet
SikaLastomer-714Sikaflex®-521 UV
Sikaflex-521 UV is a multi-purpose, non-sag, elastic, 1-component sealant based on a polyurethane-hybrid compound, that cures on exposure to atmospheric humidity to form a durable elastomer.
Use
Sikaflex-521 UV 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), ceramic materials and plastics. Seek manufacturer’s advice before using on transparent materials that are prone to stress cracking.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates without the need for special pre-treatment
- Resistant to UV radiation
- Solvent-free and very low VOC content
- Silicone- and PVC-free
- Isocyanate-free
- High electrical resistance
- Resistant to aging and weathering
- Elastic
- Low odour
- One-part formulation
Colour
White, Light Grey, Black
Packaging
Cartridge: 300 mL
Sausage: 600 mL
Product Data Sheet
Sikaflex-521 UVSafety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-521 UVSikaflex®-505 UV
Sikaflex-505 UV is a one-component, silane-terminated polymer (STP) with excellent UV and weathering resistance and excellent adhesion to a wide variety of substrates.
Use
Sikaflex-505 UV is suitable for use on a wide variety of substrates, including aluminium, steel, glass, marble, wood and many different types of plastics. Seek advice from plastics manufacturer before using on plastics prone to stress cracking.
Characteristics and Advantages
- Contains no solvents or isocyanates
- Low VOC content
- Excellent adhesion to many substrates including aluminum, steel, glass, marble, wood and many different types of plastic
- Excellent tooling characteristics
- Fast-curing, even at low temperatures
- Highly weather-resistant
- Excellent UV-resistance
- Easily paintable
- Non-yellowing
Colour
White, Grey, Natural Wood; Colour-matched material is available, subject to minimum-quantity order requirements.
Packaging
Cartridge: 300 mLSausage: 600 mL
Product Data Sheet
Sikaflex-505 UVSafety Data Sheet
Sikaflex-505 UVSika® Aktivator-100
Sika® Aktivator is an activating agent, designed to improve adhesion. It is specifically formulated for the treatment of bond faces in direct glazing work prior to application of various Sika polyurethane adhesives.
Use
Sika Aktivator improves adhesion on glass, ceramic coated glass, the cut face of old polyurethane adhesive, polyurethane pre-applied windows, glass and paints.Characteristics and Advantages
- One component
- Fast drying
Colour
ClearPackaging
Can: 1 LProduct Data Sheet
Sika Aktivator 100Safety Data Sheet
Sika Aktivator 100Sika® PowerCleanAid
Sika® PowerClean Aid is a chemical-free melamine-foam cleaning aid for use in combination with Sika® CleanGlass or other suitable Sika® liquid glass cleaner. It has been designed to remove contaminants which cannot be adequately removed using liquid glass cleaners. Moreover, while strong enough to remove most types of contaminants, it is gentle enough to do so without scratching glass surfaces. Sika® PowerClean Aid is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Systems.
Use
Sika® PowerClean Aid has been designed to remove contaminants on windshields in the Autoglass Replacement market. It is safe for use on both the glass and the ceramic frit. It can be used for removing mould-release agents, silicone residue, adhesive residue and all other types of stubborn dirt.
Colour
White
Packaging
Individual boxes of 24 pads; 64 boxes to a case (1,536 pads).