GP-SI General Purpose Quick Silicone Sealant is a one component, general purpose sealant from Fischer. It is a high grade acetic cure silicone sealant that produces flexible elastomeric on exposure to moisture at room temperatures, which allows for fast and strong sealing. GP- SI is a product that is suitable for common construction and glazing applications. It’s easy to apply and fixes strongly on a variety of non- porous substances like glass, glazed ceramic tiles and aluminium.
Where all can you apply GP-SI General Purpose Quick Silicone Sealant
GP- SI is an ideal choice for jointing in construction. Its high resistance to ozone, ultra-violet radiation and extreme temperatures makes it a popular choice in the building industry. It can be used for joints between wood, metal window frames, UPVC doors and windows, concrete brickwork, joints between concrete and ceiling elements, between wall and ceiling skirting boards etc. GP- SI sealant can be used for the following needs:
- Sealing aluminium, glass, and standard glazing
- Jointing curtain walls
- Sealing solar collectors
- Sealing metal-to-metal joints and ductwork
- Draught proofing.
- Sealing door and window frames, tiling, skylights, and backlights
- Creating a flexible joint in assembling sink and decorative parts
- Sealing works in air conditioning systems
- Sealing shop windows and greenhouses
- Fixing automobile and windshield glass
- Sealing and interior applications for bus bodies
- Waterproofing furniture and all other wood-based applications, especially flashings
- Gasketing applications, Industrial applications, sealing and dust proofing
- Kitchens, chimneys where temperature does not continuously exceed cross 1800 Cen
GP- SI can be used on a variety of smooth and rough surfaces found indoors as well as outdoors.
It is recommended to use for the following surfaces:
- Stainless steel
- Anodised layer
- Epoxy
- Tiles
- Glazed surfaces
- Glass
- PVC
- Ceramics
- Painted wood
- Polyester
How to Apply GP-SI General Purpose Quick Silicone Sealant
- Make sure the joint design is correct.
- Clean and dry the joint surface on both new and old jobs. Solvent-wash all new surface materials with a wet brush and an oil-free solvent.
- Use masking tape to create precise bead lines. Masking tape should be removed immediately after a bead is completed
- Do not break the cartridge seal until just before use.
- Apply sealant to dry, clean surfaces. Use an air-operated or hand operated cartridge gun.
- Tool joint, if necessary, immediately after sealant is applied and before the skin begins to form. Do not use soap or oil as a tool aid.
- Remove masking tape immediately after tooling is completed
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