Polysulphide sealant: Uses and Applications
There are different types of sealants that had been used for constructions and building materials centuries ago which we have developed today to be more effective and easy to be applied. In this article, we will be learning about Polysulphide sealant, a type of sealant which is widely used today for any kind of construction and expansion joints on usual construction sites due to its certain features.
Polysulphide sealant defined
A Polysulphide sealant is usually formulated as one- or two-component product which is based on sulfur-containing liquid polymers. This sealant has an excellent resistance to fuel and chemicals that’s why it has become a very widely used type of sealant that is available in the market for both residential and commercial construction and expansion joints uses.
Other constructions where Polysulphide sealant can be used to include:
- airport construction
- various aerospace applications
- sewage plant construction
- areas where high chemical properties and UV resistance are required.
Purchasing Polysulphide Sealant
Now that we know what polysulphide sealant is and what uses and applications it can be used to, it is time that we learn where we can buy it for our sealing and construction requirements.
Choose the right product Brand, First.
When choosing the brand for polysulphide sealant products to purchase, it is recommended that you settle for the brand proven to offer quality products with uncompromised efficacy. At this point, ARBO brand is the one we are looking for.
ARBO Brand is a brand of sealants and mastics under the care of the AdsheadRatcliffe which is the leading manufacturer and supplier of sealants and mastics of all kinds with more than 150 years of experience in the business. If you wish to see the product they’ve got to offer, you can visit sealantsandmastics.com.au.
On the website, you can see the list of all ARBO brand products including ABRO Polysulphide sealant products such as
1. Arbokol 1000.
This is a one part Polysulphide sealant which cures on exposure to moisture vapour to form a firm but flexible rubber.
Arbokol 1000 Main Applications include:
- expansion joints in brickwork and block work.
- perimeter sealing of timber frames and where over painting of sealant is required.
- structural joints in heavy cladding.
2. Arbo AG2 Pouring Grade.
Arbo AG2 Pouring Grade is a Two-part Polysulphide Sealant, which when the components are mixed together, cures to form a flexible rubber seal. It has good adhesion to concrete, stone, metals and many other common building substrates.
Arbo AG2 Pouring Grade Main Applications include:
- Structural Floor Joints.
- Carriageway, kerb& parapet wall joints.
- Sea Walls.
- Water Retaining Structures(Non Drinking Water)
3. Arbokol AG1.
Arbokol AG1 is a cost effective one part Polysulphide sealant which cures on exposure to moisture vapour to form a firm but flexible rubber.
Arbokol AG1 Main Applications
- Expansion Joints in Brickwork &Block work.
4. Arbokol 682 Gun Grade.
Arbokol 682 Gun Grade is a thixotropic formulation and is suitable for all types of installations of glass balustrade where a sealant is required.
Arbokol 682 Gun Grade Main Applications include:
- Glass balustrades
- Can also be used as a secondary seal for sealed units
