PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sikaflex®-221
Multi-purpose adhesive sealant with a wide adhesion range

TYPICAL PRODUCT DATA (FURTHER VALUES SEE SAFETY DATA SHEET)

Chemical base 1-component polyurethane
Colour (CQP001-1) White, grey, black, beige
Cure mechanism Moisture-curing
Density (uncured) depending on colour 1.3 kg/l
Non-sag properties Good
Application temperature ambient 5 ─ 40 °C
Skin time (CQP019-1) 60 minutes A
Open time (CQP526-1) 45 minutes A
Curing speed (CQP049-1) (see diagram)
Shrinkage (CQP014-1) 5%
Shore A hardness (CQP023-1 / ISO 7619-1) 40
Tensile strength (CQP036-1 / ISO 527) 1.8 MPa
Elongation at break (CQP036-1 / ISO 527) 500 %
Tear propagation resistance (CQP045-1 / ISO 34) 7 N/mm
Service temperature (CQP513-1) -50 ─ 90 °C
24 hours 120 °C
1 hour 140 °C
Shelf life (CQP016-1) 12 months B
CQP = Corporate Quality Procedure A) 23 °C / 50 % r.h. B) storage below 25 °C

DESCRIPTION PRODUCT BENEFITS AREAS OF APPLICATION

Sikaflex®-221 is a multi-purpose 1-component ▪ Bonds well to a wide variety of substrates Sikaflex®-221 bonds well to a wide variety of
polyurethane adhesive / sealant that bonds ▪ Resistant to ageing substrates and is suitable for making perman-
well to a wide variety of substrates like ▪ Can be sanded and painted ent elastic seals . Suitable substrate materials
metals, metal primers and paint coatings (2- ▪ Passes EN45545-2 R1/R7 HL3 are metals, metal primers and paint coatings
component systems), ceramic materials and ▪ Non-corrosive (2-component systems), ceramic materials
plastics. It is suitable for making permanent ▪ Low odor and plastics. It is ideally used for internal seal-
elastic seals. ▪ NSF-approved for incidental food contact ing and simple bonding applications.
▪ Potable water approved (meets AS4020 re- Seek manufacturer’s advice and perform tests
quirements) on original substrates before using Sikaflex®-
221 on materials prone to stress cracking.
This product is suitable for experienced pro-
fessional users only.
Test with actual substrates and conditions
have to be performed to ensure adhesion and
material compatibility.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sikaflex®-221
Version 04.01 (03 - 2021), en_AU
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CURE MECHANISM Tooling and finishing BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
Sikaflex®-221 cures by reaction with atmo- Tooling and finishing must be carried out All technical data stated in this document are
spheric moisture. At low temperatures the within the skin time of the sealant. It is re- based on laboratory tests. Actual measured
water content of the air is generally lower and commended using Sika® Tooling Agent N. data may vary due to circumstances beyond
the curing reaction proceeds somewhat Other finishing agents must be tested for suit- our control.
slower (see diagram 1). ability and compatibility prior the use.
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Removal For information and advice regarding trans-
Uncured Sikaflex®-221 can be removed from portation, handling, storage and disposal of
tools and equipment with Sika® Remover-208 chemical products, users shall refer to the ac-
or another suitable solvent. Once cured, the tual Safety Data Sheets containing physical,
material can only be removed mechanically. ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
Hands and exposed skin have to be washed lated data.
immediately using hand wipes such as Sika®
DISCLAIMER
Cleaner-350H or a suitable industrial hand
The information, and, in particular, the re-
cleaner and water. Do not use solvents on
commendations relating to the application
skin.
and enduse of Sika products, are given in
Overpainting good faith based on Sika's current knowledge
Sikaflex®-221 can be painted after formation and experience of the products when prop-
Diagram 1: Curing speed for Sikaflex®-221 of a skin. If the paint requires a baking pro- erly stored, handled and applied under nor-
cess, best performance is achieved by allow- mal conditions in accordance with Sika's re-
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE ing the sealant to fully cure first. 1C-PUR and commendations. In practice, the differences
Sikaflex®-221 is generally resistant to fresh in materials, substrates and actual site condi-
2C-acrylic based paints are usually suitable.
water, seawater, diluted acids and diluted tions are such that no warranty in respect of
All paints have to be tested by carrying pre-
caustic solutions; temporarily resistant to merchantability or of fitness for a particular
liminary trials under manufacturing condi-
fuels, mineral oils, vegetable and animal fats purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
tions. The elasticity of paints is usually lower
and oils; not resistant to organic acids, glycol- legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred
than of sealants what could lead to cracking
ic alcohol, concentrated mineral acids and either from this information, or from any writ-
of the paint film in the joint area.
caustic solutions or solvents. ten recommendations, or from any other ad-
FURTHER INFORMATION vice offered. The user of the product must
METHOD OF APPLICATION The information herein is offered for general test the product's suitability for the intended
Surface preparation guidance only. Advice on specific applications application and purpose. Sika reserves the
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from is available on request from the Technical De- right to change the properties of its products.
grease, oil and dust. partment of Sika Industry. The proprietary rights of third parties must be
Surface treatment depends on the specific Copies of the following publications are avail- observed. All orders are accepted subject to
nature of the substrates and is crucial for a able on request: our current terms of sale and delivery. Users
long lasting bond. Suggestions for surface pre- ▪ Safety Data Sheets must always refer to the most recent issue of
paration may be found on the current edition ▪ Sika Pre-treatment Chart the local Product Data Sheet for the product
of the appropriate Sika® Pre-Treatment Chart. Polyurethane concerned, copies of which will be supplied
Consider that these suggestions are based on ▪ General Guidelines on request.
experience and have in any case to be verified Bonding and Sealing with Sikaflex® and
by tests on original substrates. SikaTack®
Application PACKAGING INFORMATION
Sikaflex®-221 can be processed between 5 °C
and 40 °C but changes in reactivity and applic- Cartridge 310 ml
ation properties have to be considered. The Unipack 600 ml
optimum temperature for substrate and seal-
ant is between 15 °C and 25 °C. Drum 195 l
Sikaflex®-221 can be processed with hand,
pneumatic or electric driven piston guns as
well as pump equipment. For advice on se-
lecting and setting up a suitable pump sys-
tem, contact the System Engineering Depart-
ment of Sika Industry.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET Sika Australia Pty Limited

Sikaflex®-221 ABN 12 001 342 329
Version 04.01 (03 - 2021), en_AU aus.sika.com
012001202210001000 Tel: 1300 22 33 48

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