Sound Proofing / Insulation: Description and Operation

SEALERS AND SOUND DEADENERS

Terminology

Work Time: The length of time a sealer can continue to be applied or tooled effectively.
Set Time: Time when there is no longer product transfer.
Handling Time: The time when a part can be safely transported and sealer can no longer be tooled or repositioned.
Full Cure Time: Time when a sealer has reached it's full strength.
Paintable Time: Established time when refinish materials can safely be applied to a sealer.

Sealers

Brushable : Single component sealer applied with a brush.
Flowable : Sealer with low viscosity and self-leveling characteristics.
Pumpable : A two component or one component sealer that seals interior and exterior joints and voids.
Resistance: Weld-through Sealer / adhesive that can be used in conjunction with resistance spot welding.
Sealer Tape: Preformed sealer.
Sprayable : Sealer applied with a pneumatic dispenser to duplicate original textured appearance.
Thumb Grade: Heavy bodied sealer for sealing large gaps and filling voids. Should remain soft and pliable.


Sound Deadeners

Non-structural Flexible Acoustical: Flexible foam with sealing and sound deadening properties.
Non-Structural Ridged Acoustical: Ridged foam with sealing and sound deadening properties.
Mastic Pads : Sound deadener pad that is preformed to fit a specific area.

Identifying Sealers

Several types of sealers and sound deadeners are used during assembly. Therefore, specific applications may not be identified in this publication. General applications and the various types of products for repair will be featured to identify and replace OEM sealers and sound deadeners.

Helpful Sealer Tips

- Check shelf life or expiration date prior to beginning sealer applications.
- Be sure "work time" is appropriate for sealer application.
- Temperature, humidity and thickness of sealer will affect the work, set and paintable times.
- Test fit replacement panels prior to installation to insure tight fit and proper seal.
- Equalize 2K Products according to adhesive manufacturer's recommendations.
- Always follow manufacturer's recommendations for storage, usage and application to achieve best performance the product.