08SM5700BC_TDS.pdf

_ SM5700
eS TAPE SEALANT
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: TAPE APPLICATION:
Tacky Tape SM5700 is a 100% solids compound that is a blend a) Position tape approximately 1/32 of an inch below the
of polyisobutylene polymer and highly crosslinked butylpolymer. sight line of the fixed stop. Avoid running one
It is supplied as a preformed sealant in rope form. The product continuous length of tape around the entire opening.
can be described as a dense, tacky, rubber-like compound. Do not lap adjoining lengths of tape. Butt the tape
ends together, tool forming a molded-type corner.
BASIC USES: Then seal the joint with SM5504 Narrow Joint Sealant.
SMS700 Tape Sealant is used for sealing and bedding vision lites This technique will allow intimate contact of tape and
and panels found in fenestration details. It can also be used to glass or panel surfaces.
seal other joint details found in assembly and fabrication
operations where a high-solids, non-drying preformed sealant is b) If frame joinery (butt joint) is vertical, apply the tape
required. SMS700 may be factory or field applied. No primers on the head and sill sections covering this joint prior to
are required to obtain adhesion. Clean substrates are required. applying tape to the jamb sections. If the joinery is
The tape exhibits excellent weatherability when exposed to horizontal apply the tape to jamb sections, covering
ultraviolet and infrared radiation, atmospheric hydrocarbon the joint, prior to head and sill application. Seal all
contamination and extremes in temperature. SMS700 will not tape joints with SM5504 Narrow Joint Sealant.
craze acrylic or polycarbonate plastic surfaces.
) Setting blocks should have a Shore A hardness of 80-
INSTALLATION: 90. These should be placed at quarter points on the
Preparation: sill member. Prior to use, setting blocks and anti-
a) A clean dry uncontaminated surface is required for walking blocks must be tested for sealant
optimum sealant performance. Joints must be compatibility.
inspected prior to application and any condition that
could cause sealant failure should be reported to the d) Center the glass or panel in the opening on the setting
general contractor and architect. blocks and press firmly against the tape.
b) Cleaning of substrate surfaces to remove oil films, LIMITATIONS:
protective coating, and atmospheric contamination is Not recommended for:
easily accomplished with a degreasing solvent like a) Joints that will be subjected to prolonged periods of
xylene, toluene or methyl ethyl ketone. The use of water submersion.
these solvents (or other solvents) may be hazardous to b) Joints that are contaminated with oil, grease, wax,
your health. Use only in well ventilated areas. KEEP lacquer films, corrosion, bitumens, uncured or cured
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. Read all labeling before solvent-trapped wood treatment, damp, wet or frost
use and follow solvent ~ manufacturer s bearing surfaces.
recommendations and instructions for safe handling.
c) Inspect all sash to assure that openings are square,
plumb and properly anchored to assure face and edge
clearances. Ventilators and operating sash must be
adjusted and glazed in closed position.
d) Seal all butt and miter joints in frame joinery with
SMS504 Narrow Joint Sealant prior to tape application.
ITW POLYMERS SEALANTS NORTH AMERICA, INC. 41/2020
12055 Cutten Rd. Houston TX 77066
Tel: 972-438-9111 Fax: 972-554-3939 www.itwsealants.com