Journal Published Online: 01 February 2006
Volume 3, Issue 4

Reducing Modulus of Sealants to Improve Durability

CODEN: JAIOAD

Abstract

The premise is that if one reduces sealant fatigue by lowering modulus while leaving other characteristics of a sealant unchanged, its durability will improve. Reducing sealant fatigue is seen as a positive consequence of lowering the modulus of elasticity of a sealant. The data shows the effect of incorporating a modulus modifier in one- and two-part (standard curing) urethane sealants and a one-part silane curing polyether sealant. This approach lowers modulus with no or minimum reformulation.

Author Information

Klosowski, JM
Dow Coming Corporation, Klosowski Scientific Inc., Bay City, Michigan
Plott, JE
The Performance Strategy Group, www.performancestrategygroup.com, Registered Professional Engineer, Certified New Product Development Professional, John E. Plott, PE LLC, Midland, MI
Pages: 6
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Stock #: JAI13415
ISSN: 1546-962X
DOI: 10.1520/JAI13415