Product Data Sheet

Version 01 / 2007

Sikaflex®-256
The primerless windscreen adhesive system for direct glazing
in Automotive Glass Replacement

Technical Product Data

Chemical base 1-C polyurethane
1
Colour (CQP 001-1) Black
Cure mechanism Moisture curing
Density (uncured) (CQP 006-4) 1.2 kg/l approx.
Non-sag properties Very good
Application temperature 5°C to 35ºC
2
Tack-free time (CQP 019-1) 40 min approx.
2
Open time (CQP 526-1) 30 min approx.
Curing speed (CQP 049-1) see diagram
Shore A hardness (CQP 023-1 / ISO 868) 50 approx.
2
Tensile strength (CQP 036-1 / ISO 37) 7 N/mm approx.
Elongation at break (CQP 036-1 / ISO 37) 400% approx.
Tear propagation resistance (CQP 045-1 / ISO 34) 11 N/mm approx.
2
Tensile lap-shear strength (CQP 046-1 / ISO 4587) 5 N/mm approx.
2
Safe Drive-Away Time (cars) with double side airbags 6h
according to FMVSS 212 / 208 without airbags 2h
Electrical resistance (CQP 079-2 / ASTM D 257-99) 1 x 107 Ωcm approx.
Service temperature (CQP 513-1) permanent -40°C to 90ºC
Shelf life (storage below 25°C) (CQP 016-1) 9 months
1) 2)
CQP = Corporate Quality Procedure 23°C (73°F) / 50% r.h.

Description Product Benefits Areas of Application

®
Sikaflex®-256 is a primerless, 1 - Primerless pre-treatment Sikaflex -256 is suitable for direct-
component direct glazing - Good application behavior like glazing applications in the
adhesive. It is easy to apply, with a bead stability / good non-sag Automotive Glass Replacement
paste-like consistency that cures properties business.
on exposure to atmospheric - Short cut-off string This product is to be used by pro-
moisture. Sikaflex®-256 provides a - Cold application fessional experienced users only. If
long tack-free time and ensures a - One-component formulation this product is used for other
safe application even under warm - Automotive OEM quality applications than Automotive Glass
conditions. Replacement, test with current
® substrates and conditions have to
Sikaflex -256 offers quality com-
bined with safety. be performed to ensure adhesion
Sikaflex®-256 is manufactured in and material compatibility.
accordance with ISO 9001/14001
quality assurance system and with
the responsible care program.
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Cure Mechanism Metal with paint primer Sika® Further Information
® or with partial new Aktivator Copies of the following publications
Sikaflex -256 cures by reaction
with atmospheric moisture. At low painting (<25% of total are available on request:
bonding area) - Material Safety Data Sheets
temperatures the water content of
the air is lower and the curing Metal with paint primer Sika® - Sika Primer Chart
or with partial new Aktivator + - General guidelines for bonding
reaction proceeds somewhat more painting (>=25% of total Sika® Primer ®
slowly. and sealing with Sikaflex
bonding area) 206 G+P
products
Glass without black Sika® Packaging Information
12 ceramic border or cover Aktivator +
Sika® Primer Cartridge 300 ml

Thickness of cure (mm)

23°C (73°F) / 50% r.h. trim
(valid for passenger 206 G+P Unipac 400 + 600 ml
8 cars only)

Value Bases
10°C (40°F) / 50% r.h. Detailed information on the use
4 All technical data stated in this
and application of these adhesion
promoters will be found in the Product Data Sheet are based on
actual Product Data Sheets. These laboratory tests. Actual measured
0 data may vary due to circumstan-
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 documents and instructions must
Time (days) ces beyond our control.
be consulted prior the usage of
®
Sikaflex -256 .
Diagram 1: Curing speed for Sikaflex -256
®
Health and Safety Information
Application For information and advice
Chemical Resistance Cartridge: Pierce cartridge regarding transportation, handling,
Sikaflex®-256 is resistant to fresh membrane. storage and disposal of chemical
water, seawater, limewater, Unipac: Place unipac in the products, users should refer to the
sewage effluent, dilute acids and application gun and snip off the actual Material Safety Data Sheets
caustic solutions. closure clip. containing physical, ecological,
Temporarily resistant to fuels, Cut off the tip of the nozzle in toxicological and other safety-
mineral oils, vegetable and animal accordance with the vehicle related data.
fats and oils. manufacturer’s recommendations.
Not resistant to organic acids and To ensure a uniform thickness of Legal Notes
caustic solutions or solvents. adhesive bead, we recommend The information, and, in particular, the
The above information is offered that the adhesive is applied in the recommendations relating to the
for general guidance only. Advice application and end-use of Sika
form of a triangular bead (see
products, are given in good faith based
on specific applications will be figure 1 below). on Sika's current knowledge and
given on request. Do not apply at temperatures experience of the products when
below 5°C or above 35°C. The properly stored, handled and applied
optimum temperature for substrate under normal conditions in accordance
Method of Application with Sika's recommendations. In
and adhesive is between 15°C and
Removal of old windows 25°C. practice, the differences in materials,
Remove damaged glass in accor- substrates and actual site conditions
dance with the vehicle manufac- are such that no warranty in respect of
turer’s instructions. merchantability or of fitness for a
2h particular purpose, nor any liability
Surface preparation h arising out of any legal relationship
Surfaces must be clean, dry and whatsoever, can be inferred either from
b b this information, or from any written
free from grease, oil and dust. The
surfaces must be treated with a recommendations, or from any other
Figure 1: Recommended bead advice offered. The user of the product
cleaning and activating agent or configuration
must test the product’s suitability for the
primed with the appropriate primer intended application and purpose. Sika
as follows: Removal
® reserves the right to change the
Uncured Sikaflex -256 may be
properties of its products. The
removed from tools and equipment
Glass with uniform and Sika® ® proprietary rights of third parties must
continuous opaque, Aktivator with Sika Remover-208 or an- be observed. All orders are accepted
mineral based ceramic other suitable solvent. Once cured, subject to our current terms of sale and
frit (valid for passenger the material can only be removed delivery. Users must always refer to the
cars only) mechanically. most recent issue of the local Product
Hands and exposed skin should be Data Sheet for the product concerned,
Old polyurethane direct Sika® washed immediately using Sika
® copies of which will be supplied on
glazing adhesive (cut Aktivator request.
face)
Handclean Towel or a suitable
industrial hand cleaner and water.
Do not use solvents!

Further information available at:

www.sika.co.uk
www.sika.com
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Sika Limited
Industry
Watchmead, Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire, AL7 1BQ
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1707 394444
Fax: +44 (0)1707 329129