Technical Data Sheet

Effective:19/08/2020 Supersedes: 04/06/2019

Automotive Aftermarket Division

Polyurethane Seam Sealer
3M™ 08684 08365 08694 08689

1) Part Numbers

08684 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer – Grey

08365 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer – Beige
08694 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer – Black
08689 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer – White

2) Description and end uses’

3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer is an excellent choice when sealing seams to help
prevent the intrusion of water, dust, and air, aiding in providing corrosion resistance
at these locations. 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealers provide excellent gap filling
properties and are designed to be used over epoxy, urethane, high build and primed
surfaces. They should be top coated when exposed to ultra violet rays.

Use with the following accessories:

• 3M™ Single Component Cartridge Applicator Gun (PN 08990)
• 3M™ Professional Manual Caulking Gun (PN 08013)
• 3M™ Threaded Cartridge Nozzles (PN 08187) 50/box

3) Physical Properties

Note: The following technical information and data should be considered

representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.

Container 10.5 fl.oz / 310ml Aluminium Cartridge

Base Moisture-curing urethane
Density 9.8 lb/gal
Colour 08694 (Black), 08694 (Grey), 08689 (White), 08365
(Beige)
Flash Point 92°F (Closed Cup Method)
Solids Content 0.95
Consistency Heavy Paste
Solvent Minimal amount of xylene
Service Temperature -25°F to 180°F

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4) Directions for Use

NOTE: 3M™ Best Practice is that all sealers, unless designated specifically for use on
bare metal, be applied to properly prepared paint or primer designed for the specific
application. Applying over bare metal will not provide adequate corrosion protection.
Acid etch primer is not recommended to be used in direct contact with any 3M™
seam sealer. Residual acid can weaken the bond.
1. Lightly scuff the coated area where the sealer is to be applied using a 3M™
ScotchBrite™ scuff pad (PN 07447).
2. Clean with an appropriate VOC compliant cleaner product for removal of surface
contaminants. Reference the 3M™ Automotive Aftermarket Catalogue for a suitable
VOC compliant product for your area.
3. Perforate the seal at the cartridge outlet and install the nozzle. Use the pull tab to
remove the metal seal at the cartridge base. Install the cartridge in a suitable caulking
gun (see reference in “Product Uses” section).
4. Cut nozzle to provide desired bead size.
5. Apply seam sealer and tool (if necessary) to desired finished appearance (use
water or mild solvent such as a pre-cleaner to tool). Do not tool with any alcohol
containing solvents, they will stop the curing process of the seam sealer.
6. Wait at least 30 minutes before painting (1/4" bead at 70°F, 50% humidity), for
thicker beads, lower temperatures, or lower humidity, allow additional time before
painting.

5) Storage

Store at room temperature. Rotate stock on a “first-in-first-out” basis. When stored at

the recommended conditions in original, unopened containers, this product has a
shelf life of 12 months. Use in a well-ventilated area.

6) Safety

Refer to Product Label and Material Safety Data Sheet for Health and Safety
Information before using this product.

3M™ Urethane Seam Sealer 08684 08365 08694 08689 is designed FOR
PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY.

Read full instructions and material safety data sheet before use.
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IMPORTANT: This product contains hazardous materials and therefore appropriate personal
protective equipment should always be used. Please refer to the label and consult the
material safety data sheet for full handling instructions and personal protection information.
These are available via your stockist. The supplier disclaims any liability where the user does
not wear the recommended personal protective equipment.

7) Disclaimer

All statements, technical information and recommendations are based on tests we

believe to be reliable as at the date of hereof, but the accuracy or completeness thereof
is not guaranteed. Please ensure before using the product that it is suitable for your
intended use. Since the conditions and methods of use of the product and of the
information referred to herein are beyond our control, other than for fraudulent
misrepresentation, 3M expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results obtained
or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.

8) Technical Service Bulletin

3M™ technical service has tested and approves 3M™ Urethane Seam Sealers
(08684, 08365, 08694 and 08689) for use in direct to metal applications and when
used in conjunction with squeeze type resistance spot welding (STRSW) operations.
Apply 3M™ Seam Sealer (08684, 08365, 08694, and 08689) to clean, dry steel that
has been abraded in preparation for welding operations (follow common repair
methodology and/or specific OEM information when required). For preparation
procedures, always conduct test welds to determine proper welding machine
settings. Clean abraded surfaces using a VOC compliant surface cleaner and apply
3M™ Seam Sealer (08684, 08365, 08694, and 08689) covering all bare metal
surfaces, fixture the parts together taking care to maintain coverage of the bare
metal. Weld as per standard squeeze type resistance spot welding procedures.
Remove excess Seam Sealer using VOC compliant cleaner and proceed with the
repair as per normal methodology. 3M™ Seam Sealers (08684, 08365, 08694 and
08689) protect against water, dust and air penetration in automotive joints and are
compatible with common automotive solvent and water base coatings and protect
against corrosion of bare steel*
• Test SAE J 2334.

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