Technical Data Sheet

Silirub 908
Revision: 15/04/2019 Page 1 from 2

Technical data
Basis Polysiloxane
Consistency Stable paste
Curing system Moisture curing
Skin formation* (23°C/50% R.H.) Ca. 8 min
Curing speed * (23°C/50% R.H.) Ca. 2 mm/24h
Hardness** 40 ± 5 Shore A
Density** Ca. 1.40 g/ml
Elastic recovery (ISO 7389)** > 80 %
Maximum allowed distortion 25 %
Max. tension (ISO 37)** Ca. 1,00 N/mm²
Elasticity modulus 100% (ISO 37)** 0,60 N/mm²
Elongation at break (ISO 37)** Ca. 400 %
Temperature resistance** -50 °C → 150 °C
Application temperature 5 °C → 40 °C
* These values may vary depending on environmental factors such as temperature, moisture, and type of substrates. ** This
information relates to fully cured product.

Product description
Silirub 908 is a high-quality, neutral, elastic Substrates
one-component silicone based joint sealant. Substrates: all usual building substrates
Nature: rigid, clean, dry, free of dust and
Properties grease.
Surface preparation: Porous surfaces should
 Very easy to apply be primed with Primer 150. Prepare non-
 Colourfast and UV resistant porous surfaces with a Soudal activator or
 Permanently elastic after curing cleaner (see Technical Data Sheet).
 Very good adhesion on many materials There is no adhesion on PE, PP, PTFE
 Neutral curing (Teflon®) and bituminous substrates. We
recommend a preliminary adhesion test on any
Applications substrate. In contact with certain surfaces such
 All usual building joints with high as bitumen or copper, discoloration may occur
movement. due to reaction with the substrate. On PVC we
 Glazing and joint works. recommend a preliminary adhesion test.
 Expansion joints between many different Certain paints and textured coatings on
construction materials. aluminum profiles can influence the adhesion.
 Sealing between PVC, treated wooden
and metal profiles and glass. Joint dimensions
Min. width for joints: 5 mm
Packaging Max. width for joints: 30 mm
Colour: white, black, other colors on request Min. depth for joints: 5 mm
Packaging: 280ml koker Recommendation sealing jobs: joint width = 2
x joint depth. Three-point adhesion should be
Shelf life avoided at all time. Too small joint dimensions
12 months in unopened packaging in a cool can have the effect that the silicone is pulled
and dry storage place at temperatures off because of too large movements.
between +5°C and +25°C.

Remark: This technical data sheet replaces al previous versions. The directives contained in this documentation are the result of
our experiments and of our experience and have been submitted in good faith. Because of the diversity of the materials and
substrates and the great number of possible applications which are out of our control, we cannot accept any responsibility for
the results obtained. Since the design, the quality of the substrate and processing conditions are beyond our control, no liability
under this publication is accepted. In every case it is recommended to carry out preliminary experiments. Soudal reserves the
right to modify products without prior notice.

Soudal NV Everdongenlaan 18 - 20 B-2300 Turnhout, Belgium

Tel: +32 (0)14-42.42.31 Fax: +32 (0)14-42.65.14 www.soudal.com
 Technical Data Sheet

Silirub 908
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Application method  Contact with bitumen, tar or other
Application method: With manual- or plasticizer releasing materials such as
pneumatic caulking gun. EPDM, neoprene, butyl, etc. is to be
Cleaning: Clean with White Spirit or Soudal avoided since it can give rise to
Surface Cleaner immediately after use (before discolouration and loss of adhesion.
curing).  Discoloration due to chemicals, high
Finishing: With a soapy solution or Soudal temperatures, UV-radiation may occur. A
Finishing Solution before skinning. change in color does not affect the
Repair: With the same material technical properties of the product.
 When applying, make sure not to spill any
Health- and Safety Recommendations sealant on the surface of materials. Taping
Take the usual labour hygiene into account. the surface around the joint can prevent
Consult label and material safety data sheet for this.
more information.
Environmental clauses
Remarks Leed regulation:
 Direct contact with the secondary sealing Silirub 908 conforms to the requirements of
of insulating glass units (insulation) and the LEED. Low –Emitting Materials: Adhesives and
PVB-film of safety glass must be avoided. Sealants. SCAQMD rule 1168. Complies with
 Because of the diversity we recommend to USGBC LEED 2009 Credit 4.1: Low-Emitting
do adhesion tests on aluminum lackers, Materials – Adhesives & Sealants concerning
textured coating and PVC before the VOC-content.
application.
 In an acid environment or in a dark room, a
white sealant can slightly turn yellow. Liability
Under the influence of sunlight it will turn The content of this technical data sheet is the
back to its initial colour. result of tests, monitoring and experience. It is
 When finished with a finishing solution or general in nature and does not constitute any
soapy solution, make sure that the liability. It is the responsibility of the user to
surfaces are not touched by this solution. determine by his own tests whether the
This will cause the sealant not to adhere to product is suitable for the application.
that surface. Therefore we recommend to
only dip the finishing tool in this solution.
 Do not use in applications where
continuous water immersion is possible.
 Do not use on polycarbonate. Use Silirub
PC instead.
 When using different reactive joint
sealants, the first joint sealant must be
completely hardened before the next one
is applied.
 Silirub 908 cannot be used on natural
stone.
 Not suitable for bonding aquariums.

Remark: This technical data sheet replaces al previous versions. The directives contained in this documentation are the result of
our experiments and of our experience and have been submitted in good faith. Because of the diversity of the materials and
substrates and the great number of possible applications which are out of our control, we cannot accept any responsibility for
the results obtained. Since the design, the quality of the substrate and processing conditions are beyond our control, no liability
under this publication is accepted. In every case it is recommended to carry out preliminary experiments. Soudal reserves the
right to modify products without prior notice.

Soudal NV Everdongenlaan 18 - 20 B-2300 Turnhout, Belgium

Tel: +32 (0)14-42.42.31 Fax: +32 (0)14-42.65.14 www.soudal.com