PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sikasil® WS-305 S
High performance silicone Weatherproofing sealant

TYPICAL PRODUCT DATA (FURTHER VALUES SEE SAFETY DATA SHEET)

Chemical base 1-component silicone
Color (CQP001-1) Black, white, grey S1, grey S3, grey S4, grey S6, RAL
7024, ivory, beige, champagne, brown and
transparent
Cure mechanism Moisture-curing
Cure type Neutral
Density (uncured) 1.4 kg/l
Non-sag properties (CQP061-4 / ISO 7390) Good
Application temperature ambient 5 – 40 °C
Skin time (CQP019-1) 40 minutes B
Tack free time (CQP019-3) 140 minutes B
Curing speed (CQP049-1) (see diagram)
Shore A hardness (CQP023-1 / ISO 7619-1) 35 C
Tensile strength (CQP036-1 / ISO 527) 0.7 MPa
100 % modulus (CQP036-1 / ISO 527) 0.4 MPa
Elongation at break (CQP036-1 / ISO 527) 450 %
Tear propagation resistance (CQP045-1 / ISO 34) 6.0 N/mm
Service temperature -40 – 150 °C
Shelf life (CQP016-1) Cartridge 9 monthsD
Unipack 15 months D
CQP = Corporate Quality Procedure A) defined by local color chart B) 23 °C / 50 % r. h.
C) after 28 days D) storage below 25 °C

DESCRIPTION PRODUCT BENEFITS AREAS OF APPLICATION

Sikasil® WS-305 S is a durable neutral-curing ▪ Meets requirements of GB/T 14683 and Sikasil® WS-305 S can be used for weather-
silicone sealant with a high movement capab- ASTM C 920 for Type S, Grade NS, Class 35 proofing sealing applications where durability
ility and good adhesion to a wide range of (movement capability ± 35 %) under severe conditions is required.
substrates. It is particularly suited as a weath- ▪ Very good UV and weathering resistance It is particularly suited as a weather seal for
er seal for structural glazing, curtain walling ▪ Adheres well to many substrates including structural glazing, curtain walling and win-
and windows. glass, metals, coated and painted metals, dows.
plastics and wood This product is suitable for experienced pro-
fessional users only. Tests with actual sub-
strates and conditions have to be performed
to ensure adhesion and material compatibil-
ity.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sikasil® WS-305 S
Version 01.01 (11 - 2020), en_AE
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CURE MECHANISM Tooling and finishing PACKAGING INFORMATION
Sikasil® WS-305 S cures by reaction with at- Tooling and finishing must be carried out
mospheric moisture. At low temperatures the within the skin time of the sealant. Cartridge 300 ml
water content of the air is generally lower and When tooling freshly applied Sikasil® WS-305 Unipack 600 ml
the curing reaction proceeds somewhat S press the sealant to the joint flanks to get a
slower (see diagram 1). good wetting of the bonding surface. No tool-
ing agents to be used. BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
All technical data stated in this document are
Removal based on laboratory tests. Actual measured
Uncured Sikasil® WS-305 S can be removed data may vary due to circumstances beyond
from tools and equipment with Sika® Re- our control.
mover-208 or other suitable solvents. Once
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
cured, the material can only be removed For information and advice regarding trans-
mechanically. portation, handling, storage and disposal of
Hands and exposed skin have to be washed chemical products, users shall refer to the ac-
immediately using hand wipes such as Sika® tual Safety Data Sheets containing physical,
Cleaner-350H or a suitable industrial hand ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
cleaner and water. lated data.
Do not use solvents on skin.
DISCLAIMER
Diagram 1: Curing speed Sikasil® WS-305 S Overpainting The information, and, in particular, the re-
Sikasil® WS-305 S cannot be overpainted. commendations relating to the application
METHOD OF APPLICATION
and enduse of Sika products, are given in
Surface preparation Application limits
good faith based on Sika's current knowledge
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from Most Sikasil® WS, SG, IG and WT, silicones
and experience of the products when prop-
grease, oil and dust. Surface treatment de- manufactured by Sika are compatible with
erly stored, handled and applied under nor-
pends on the specific nature of the substrates each other.
mal conditions in accordance with Sika's re-
and is crucial for a long lasting bond. For specific information regarding compatibil-
commendations. In practice, the differences
ity between various Sikasil® products contact
Application in materials, substrates and actual site condi-
the Technical Department of Sika Industry.
The optimum temperature for substrate and tions are such that no warranty in respect of
To exclude materials influencing Sikasil® WS-
sealant is between 15 °C and 25 °C. merchantability or of fitness for a particular
305 S, all materials such as gaskets, tapes, set-
Sikasil® WS-305 S can be processed with purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
ting blocks, sealants, etc., in direct and indir-
manual, pneumatic or electric driven piston legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred
ect contact have to be approved by Sika in ad-
guns. either from this information, or from any writ-
vance.
Joints must be properly dimensioned. ten recommendations, or from any other ad-
Where two or more different reactive seal-
For optimum performance the joint width vice offered. The user of the product must
ants are used, allow the first to cure com-
needs to be designed according to the move- test the product's suitability for the intended
pletely before applying the next. Sikasil® WS-
ment capability of the sealant based on the application and purpose. Sika reserves the
305 S may only be used in combination with
actual expected movement. The minimum right to change the properties of its products.
structural glazing applications after a detailed
joint depth is 6 mm and a width / depth ratio The proprietary rights of third parties must be
examination of the corresponding project de-
of minimum 2 : 1 and maximum 4 : 1 must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to
tails.
respected. our current terms of sale and delivery. Users
Do not use Sikasil® WS-305 S on PMMA and
Joints deeper than 15 mm must be avoided. must always refer to the most recent issue of
PC elements as it may cause environmental
For backfilling, it is recommended to use the local Product Data Sheet for the product
stress cracking (crazing).
closed cell, sealant compatible foam backer concerned, copies of which will be supplied
rods e.g. high resilience polyethylene foam FURTHER INFORMATION on request.
rod. If joints are too shallow for backing ma- The information herein is offered for general
terial to be employed, we recommend using a guidance only. Advice on specific applications
polyethylene tape. This acts as a release film is available on request from the Technical De-
(bond breaker), allowing the joint to move partment of Sika Industry.
and the silicone to stretch freely. Copies of the following publications are avail-
able on request:
▪ Safety Data Sheets
▪ General Guidelines
Sikasil® Weather Sealants

PRODUCT DATA SHEET Sika UAE L.L.C

Sikasil® WS-305 S P.O.Box 126212
Version 01.01 (11 - 2020), en_AE Dubai
012603203059001030 United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 439 8200 Fax: +971 4 439
3606
[email protected]
gcc.sika.com
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