WILTON, Conn., Sept. 26, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- GE - Advanced Materials, Silicones today announced the introduction of SnapSil(a) RTV230A/B adhesive, a two-component, room temperature cure silicone adhesive that features a tack free time of approximately six minutes, primerless adhesion to many substrates, and greater flexibility in usage and storage.
SnapSil RTV230 silicone adhesive can deliver enhanced performance in assembly applications across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, medical, appliance and other consumer goods products. This product is ideal in industrial assembly applications where a faster cure speed is desired, where heat to cure an adhesive can damage components, or where double-sided tape, mechanical fasteners, or clamps are used.
With the use of SnapSil RTV230 adhesive, industrial assembly companies can benefit from faster property build, adhesion without the use of a primer, energy savings as no heat is required to cure, and no concerns over cure inhibition. Advantages over double-sided tapes, mechanical fasteners, and clamps include flexibility in bead size and shape during dispensing, bond strength independent of pressure, a greater capacity for being reworked prior to curing as well as faster application speed via automation.
"At GE, we view SnapSil RTV230 adhesive as 'the new glue' because of its breakthrough advances in room temperature cure speed and room temperature storage conditions, as well as the flexibility and convenience of its packaging," said Sara Korzen, marketing manager, RTVs and Elastomers. "SnapSil RTV230 adhesive is an excellent product for use by industrial assembly companies pursuing more efficient production processes and higher quality products."
SnapSil RTV230 offers convenient, easy handling. This two-part product is available in a single cartridge that keeps the components separate until dispensed. The cartridge design allows a standard single-component dispensing gun to be used; special equipment is not required. To dispense the product, the cartridge is inserted into the dispensing gun, a static mix nozzle suitable for the 10 to 1 mix ratio is attached to the cartridge, and then material is mixed and dispensed. For larger applications, SnapSil RTV230 adhesive can also be packaged in pails and drums.
This new adhesive provides primerless adhesion to many substrates, including various types of steel and aluminum, fiberglass, Formica, polyacrylate, PVC, and glass. Lap shear testing with these substrates resulted in 100-percent cohesive failure. Additional adhesion testing is in progress on various substrates.
SnapSil RTV230A/B adhesive can be stored at room temperature (temperatures below 80 degrees F) for one year from the date of manufacture. It is currently available in white but can be customized to meet individual needs for colors or property enhancements.
To find out more about SnapSil RTV230A/B adhesive, please call 800.295.2392 in North America (+607.786.8131 everywhere else) or visit www.ge.com/silicones.
About GE - Advanced Materials
The Advanced Materials business of General Electric Company is part of the Industrial business group and is headquartered in Wilton, Conn. Comprised of Silicones and Quartz, GE - Advanced Materials is a global leader in providing a range of high-technology materials solutions. The GE - Advanced Materials, Silicones' portfolio includes silicone-based products and technology platforms, silanes, sealants and adhesives. The Quartz portfolio includes high-purity fused quartz and ceramics materials. These materials solutions are used as springboards for innovation in hundreds of consumer and industrial applications ranging from car engines and integrated circuits to biomedical devices and cosmetics. Industries served include aerospace, agriculture, appliances, automotive, construction, electronics, furniture and furnishings, healthcare, home care, industrial, lighting, packaging, personal care, plastics, semiconductor, telecommunications, tire, transportation, and water purification. As a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Games, GE is the exclusive provider of a wide range of innovative products and services that are integral to a successful Games. Experience more at www.ge.com/advancedmaterials.
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