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FA870
Premium Natural Stone Silicone
FA870 is a one component, low slump silicone completely free of any ingredients likely to cause migratory staining to natural stone. It is neutral curing for safe sealing of stonework and has a gloss finish. Contains fungicide. FA870 is classified according to ISO 11600 as F-20HM.
Usage/Purpose
For Interior and Exterior
FA870 has been formulated for the long term elastic sealing of movement joints between natural stone such as granite, slate, terrazzo, porphyry, limestone, travertine, sandstone, quartzite, marble, etc., as well as for joints with other construction materials like concrete, ceramics, metals, glass, PVC and primed wood.
Formulated to prevent migratory staining of natural stone, FA870 has a traditional gloss finish and is available in 5 popular colours and translucent. Also available in FA880 matt finish.
- Guaranteed no migratory staining of natural stone
- Good resistance to UV light, ageing and weathering
- Contains fungicide to prevent mould growth - suitable for sanitary & swimming pool surround applications
- Rapid curing formulation - skins within 10 - 20 minutes
- Chemically neutral, not corrosive and very low odour
- Compatible with most construction materials
- Also available in matt finish (FA880)
- 5 colours and translucent
Technical data
| Characteristic | Standard | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | EN 15651-1 EN 15651-3 | Class 25 LM CC XS2 |
| Staining | DIN ISO 16938 | No migratory staining |
| Specific Gravity | BS EN 1183-1B | ~1.0 |
| Skin Formation | +23°C, 50% RH | 15 minutes |
| Curing Rate | +23°C, 50% RH | ~3.5 mm in 1st day |
| Shrinkage | BS EN 10563 | ~5% |
| Modulus at 100% Elongation | BS EN 8339 | 0.5 N/mm² |
| Tensile Strength | BS EN 8339 | ~0.6 N/mm² |
| Elastic Recovery at 60% Elongation | BS EN 7389 | > 90% |
| Movement Capability | ISO 11600 | DIN EN ISO 11600-F-20HM |
| Shore A Hardness | DIN 53505; ISO 868 | ~26 |
| Application Temperature | +5°C to +40°C | |
| Service Temperature | -40°C up to +150°C* *Short Term | |
| Storage | Store in shaded dry conditions between +5°C and +25°C. | |
| Shelf Life | 18 months when stored as recommended in original unopened containers. |
