Description
General Specifications about Solar Sealant & Adhesive |
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Here is a comprehensive specification sheet for Solar Sealants & Adhesives, which are used to bond and seal components in photovoltaic (PV) modules, such as the junction box, frame, backsheet, and glass, ensuring long-term durability and weather resistance. |
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Type |
Silicone, Polyurethane (PU), Modified Silicone (MS), or Butyl-based |
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Application Areas |
Junction box bonding, Frame sealing, Glass bonding, Backsheet lamination |
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Color |
Black / White / Transparent / Grey |
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Viscosity |
30,000 – 300,000 cP (depending on type; paste-like consistency) |
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Curing Type |
Moisture-curing (RTV), UV-curing, or two-component (dual-cure) |
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Skin-over Time |
5 – 30 minutes (at 25°C, 50% RH) |
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Full Cure Time |
24 – 72 hours (varies by formulation and thickness) |
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Shore A Hardness |
25 – 60 (Flexible to semi-rigid) |
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Elongation at Break |
≥ 200% – 500% (high flexibility) |
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Tensile Strength |
1.5 – 3.5 MPa (typical) |
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Adhesion Strength |
Excellent adhesion to glass, aluminum, PET, and TPT |
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Dielectric Strength |
> 20 kV/mm (essential for electrical insulation) |
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Volume Resistivity |
≥ 1 × 10¹⁴ Ω·cm |
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Thermal Conductivity |
~0.2 W/m·K (standard) – higher for thermal adhesives |
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Temperature Resistance |
-40°C to +150°C (some up to +200°C intermittent) |
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UV Resistance |
Excellent (especially in silicones and MS polymers) |
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Water Resistance |
Excellent (suitable for outdoor and marine use) |
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Shelf Life |
6 – 12 months (unopened, cool dry storage) |
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Packaging |
300 ml cartridges, 600 ml sausages, bulk pails, or drums |
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Compliance Standards |
UL 94-V0, IEC 61215, RoHS, REACH |
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DoubleStick |
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This product is a sophisticated, precision-molded sealant with a removable liner on both sides. It features a tight, permanent, and waterproof seal. It also remains flexible in temperatures as low as -57°C (-70°F), making thermal shock that could cause leakage virtually impossible. This product adheres to a wide range of surfaces, including EPDM, TPO, Hypalon, aluminum, galvanized steel, gypsum board, wood, many types of plastic, fiberglass, brick, concrete, masonry, and solar panels |
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Product Technical Specifications |
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Rheology |
Value |
Condition/Method |
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Rheology |
Value |
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180° Peel |
5pli |
ASTM D413 @ 23°C (73°F) |
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Elongation |
700% |
ASTM D882 |
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Pliability |
No cracks in material |
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Low Temperature Flexibility |
Passes 1/2” radius at -34°C (-30°F) |
ASTM C765 |
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Water vapor test |
0.005g/100in 2 / 24hrs @ 100°F |
ASTM E96B |
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Application Properties |
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Application Temperature |
4°C to 65°C ambient (40°F to 150°F) |
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Service Temperature |
-40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F) |
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For best results, this product is recommended for use in temperatures below 40°F. Keep the tape at room temperature before use. |
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Product Information |
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Available Widths |
Up to 48” |
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Standard Case Quantity |
100 sq.ft. per case |
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Standard Roll Size |
1” x 50’ 3” x 50’ – 2” x 50’ 4” x 50’ |
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Total Thickness |
30mil and 60mil |
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