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Description FS500 is a one-part, neutral curing, low modulus, low odour silicone sealant suitable for perimeter joint sealing applications with high movement capability. It has excellent primerless adhesion to multiple surfaces including masonry, brick, aluminium, lead, PVC-U, polycarbonate, polyacrylate, wood, painted wood, glass and glazed surfaces. Colours White, brilliant white, black, anthracite and pine. packaging 310 ml cartridge (20 per carton) Technical Information Characteristic neutral silicone EN 15651-1 class 25 LM CC EN 15651-2 class 25 LM CC Specific Gravity Consistency Shore A Hardness Skin Forming Time Cure Rate Volume Shrinkage Tensile Strength Modulus at 100% Elongation Elongation at Break Movement Capability Elastic Recovery Application Temperature Service Temperature Range (Short Term) Storage Shelf Life Class E Approximately 1.40 0 mm, non-sagging Approximately 24 Approximately 20 - 35 at 23°C, 50% RH minutes Approximately 1 - 2 mm at 23°C, 50% RH /1st day BS EN ISO 10563 Approximately 6% BS EN ISO 8339 23°C Approximately 0.5 N/mm² DIN 53504 S2 Approximately 1.6 N/mm² FS500 Frame and Façade Silicone BS EN ISO 8339 23°C Approximately 0.38 N/mm² BS EN ISO 8339 23°C Approximately 275% BS EN ISO 11600 25% BS EN ISO 7389 Approximately 95% +5°C to +40°C -40°C to +150°C Store in shaded dry conditions between +5°C and +25°C 12 months when stored as recommended in original unopened containers Usage / Purpose FS500 is ideal for use in expansion & curtain wall joints, perimeter joints around windows or doors, panel joints between most common substrates, heel and toe beads, polycarbonate glazing and other general joint sealing applications. Key Benefits Necessary Tools • Cartridge gun and sharp knife. Protective Equipment Use in well ventilated conditions and ensure all recommended protective equipment is worn during handling & use of this product. For full recommendation, refer to safety data sheet. Priming • FS500 has excellent primerless adhesion to many typical construction materials. For special situations, or if in doubt, please contact Tremco CPG Technical Services Department to discuss your requirements. • Meets the requirements of EN ISO 11600 G&F 25LM • High movement capability • Long-term resistance to weathering, ageing and extra UV protection • Low modulus formulation ensures minimum stress at joint faces • Neutral cure: low odour and non-corrosive • Modern colour range in low sheen finish • Easy to

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Joint Design Considerations • Joint design to be in accordance with BS 6093. • Minimum joint width should normally not be less than 5 mm. • Typical maximum joint width of 30 mm, however for all large joints (greater than 30 mm), please contact Tremco CPG to discuss project specifics. • Width to depth ratio should typically be 2:1. • Minimum width to depth ratio should typically be 1:1. Please note MAF is reduced at smaller width to depth ratios. • The minimum contact area with any substrate (including for fillet joints) should be determined by the quality of the bond. If in doubt please...

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Frame & Facade Silicone Please Note Not suitable for some substrates such as neoprene, butyl rubber, EPDM, bituminous or tar containing surfaces. Contact with bituminous or tar containing surfaces can lead to discolouration and failing adhesion. Not suitable for trafficable joints or areas subject to abrasion. Not suitable for over painting. For safe sealing on natural stone use FA870/ FA880. On other sensitive substrates test first. Health & Safety Precautions Safety data sheet must be read and understood before use. Technical Service Tremco CPG UK Limited has a team of experienced...

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