Use and Care Manual

OSI® QUAD® MAX Clear
Window, Door & Siding Sealant
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Revision: October 26, 2018
Supersedes: New
Ref. #: 643185
Typical Uncured Physical Properties:
Color:
Clear
VOC
Content:
2.95% by weight
CARB
53.3 g/l
SCAQMD rule 1168
Appearance:
Non-slumping paste
Lot Code
Explanation:
Example:
YYDDD
YY= Last two digits of year of manufacture
DDD= Day of manufacture based on 365 days in a
Year
18061 = 61
st
day of 2018 = March 2, 2018
Base:
Silane Modified Polymer
Odor:
Alcohol
Specific Gravity:
1.04
Shelf Life:
18 months from date of manufacture (unopened)
Typical Application Properties:
Application Temperature:
Can be applied between 0°F (-18°C) and 140°F (60°C)
For easier extrusion of sealant at lower temperatures, store cartridge at room temperature at least 24 hours
prior to use
Skin Formation Time:
8-10 minutes*
At 72°F and 70% relative humidity
Tack-free Time:
< 24 hours
At 72°F and 70% relative humidity
Cure Time:
24-72 hours*
*Cure time is dependent on temperature, humidity and depth of sealant applied
Vertical Sag:
0.1 inches
ASTM C639
Typical Cured Performance Properties:
Color:
Clear
Hardness:
44
ASTM C661
Service Temperature:
-14°F (-25°C) to 158°F (70°C)
Joint Movement:
± 50%
ASTM C719
Water Resistant:
Yes
Tensile Strength:
387 psi
ASTM D412
Paintable:
Yes, with latex paint or primer
Maximum Elongation:
458%
ASTM D412
Bubble Resistant:
Yes
Nail-Hole Filling:
DO NOT use as a nail hole filler or in touch-up applications on prefinished colored claddings and trim.
Suitable only on unfinished or primed siding materials prior to painting. Follow prefinished cladding
manufacturer’s instructions for nail hole filling.
180° Peel Adhesion:
ASTM C794
Specifications:
Meets the performance requirements of:
PVC Trim:
Fiber Cement:
Coated Aluminum:
Vinyl Siding:
Brick:
Fiberglass:
27.3 lb./in
15.3 lb./in
16.4 lb./in
54.7 lb./in
8.5 lb./in
9.8 lb./in
• ASTM C 920: Type S, Grade NS, Use NT, Class 50, M, G and A
• Federal Spec. TT-S-00230C, Type II
• AAMA 808.3 (Type I) Exterior Perimeter Sealing
• AAMA 802.3 (Type I) & 805.2 (Group C) Back Bedding/Glazing
• AAMA 713-08 Chemical Compatibility of Sealants
• ASTM C1382 (EIFS)
• GreenGuard® Certified
Tools Typically Required: Utility knife and caulking gun. For best application results, OSI recommends the use of a high-quality caulking gun
such as the Albion® B12 Cartridge Gun.
Safety Precautions: Wear gloves and wash hands after use.
Surface Preparation: All surfaces should be clean, dry, and free of all contaminates, such as, old caulking, grease, dust, and any other material
that can interfere with adhesion. Remove any ice, snow, or frost that may be present on substrates. For more information refer to cladding
manufacturer’s instructions for approved cleaning methods. Ensure proper drain plane design to avoid trapped water and or moisture. The
combination of trapped moisture and other variables will tend to create back pressure and cause sealant bubbling regardless of technology. While
QUAD MAX Clear is generally considered a non-priming sealant, special circumstances or substrates may require a primer. It is the user’s
responsibility to test substrate compatibility and the adhesion of the cured sealant on a test joint before applying to the entire project.
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