Pecora
Specification Data Sheet
Architectural Weatherproofing Products
Non-Staining, Low Modulus Architectural Silicone Sealant U.S.A. • since 1862
• To surfaces with special protective or Ref: Standard Fire Tests of Building
1. BASIC USES decorative coatings without prior Construction Materials, ANSI/UL 263,
For sealing expansion and control joints in consultation with Technical Services ASTM E119, NFPA #251.
precast concrete panels, masonry department. Ultra Block® is a product of Backer Rod
and metal curtainwalls, natural stones, Mfg. Co., Denver, CO.
• With building materials that bleed oils,
perimeter sealing of doors and windows,
and other building components. plasticizers or solvents, i.e. impregnated
wood, oil-based caulks, some vulcanized
rubber gaskets or tapes, etc. PACKAGING
2. MANUFACTURER Fire Rated Systems: Two-hour fire and • 10.1 fl. oz. (300ml) plastic cartridges
temperature rated wall Design U900 O • 2-gallon (7.57 L) pails
Pecora Corporation • 20 oz. (592ml) sausages
(WWS 0010, WWS 0038) and floor
165 Wambold Road
Design J900H (FFS 0006) joint systems up
Harleysville, PA 19438 COLOR
to 3/4" (19 mm) wide can be designed
Phone: 215-723-6051 • Black, Limestone, Precast, Beige,
with Ultra Block® fire blocking material. Tru-White, Aluminum Stone,
800-523-6688 Classic Bronze, Hartford Green.
Fax: 215-721-0286 • Custom colors are available in 30 gallon
Website: www.pecora.com minimum quantities.
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Pecora 864NST is one-part, low-modulus,
neutral-curing, high-performance silicone
sealant that cures via atmospheric
moisture to form a durable, flexible
building seal. Pecora 864NST will not stain
natural stone such as marble and granite.
Because of its low-modulus, high exten- TYPICAL UNCURED PROPERTIES
sion/compression and recovery properties, (at 77°F, (25°C), 50% RH)
and its strong adhesion to most building Test Property Value Test Procedure
materials, Pecora 864NST performs excep- Flow, Sag, Slump (inches) < 0.1 ASTM C-639
tionally well under dynamic conditions Tool/Work Time (minutes) 15-25 Pecora Corp.
accommodating long-term movement of Tack free time (hours) 1-2 ASTM C-679
±50% in properly designed joints. Cure time (days) 7-14 Pecora Corp.
Full adhesion (days) 7-14 Pecora Corp.
Limitations: Pecora 864NST should not VOC Content (g/L) 98 ASTM D3960
be used in the following applications:
TYPICAL CURED PROPERTIES
• Sealing horizontal decks, patios, driveway
(After 7 days cure at 77°F, (25°C), 50% RH)
or terrace joints where abrasion or
physical abuse is encountered. Test Property Value Test Procedure
• Sealing submerged joints or below the Hardness (Shore A) 25 ASTM C661
waterline in marine applications. Elongation (%) 900 ASTM D412
Modulus @ 100% Elongation (psi) 38 ASTM D412
• In totally confined or air-free spaces. Ultimate Tensile Strength (psi) 175 ASTM D412
• In designs that will be painted after Tear Strength (ppi) 35 ASTM D624
application of the sealant. (Sealant Peel Strength (pli) 30 ASTM D794
should be applied after painting is on aluminum, glass, and concrete
Dynamic Movement Capability (%) +/-50 ASTM C719
completed).
Ozone/UV Resistance Excellent Weatherometer
Staining of porous substrates such Pass ASTM C1248
as white marble
Service Temperature Range (degree F) -60 to +300 Pecora Corporation
Since Pecora architectural sealants are applied to varied substrates under diverse environmental conditions and construction situations it is recommended that substrate testing be conducted prior to application.
4.TECHNICAL DATA larger than usual joint dimensions due to sealant application. Dust, loose particles,
Applicable Standards: Pecora 864NST the plastics high coefficient of thermal etc. should be blown out of joints with
Silicone meets or exceeds the expansion. oil-free compressed air or vacuum
requirements of the following industry The width of building expansion joints cleaned. Metal, glass and plastic surfaces
specifications; TT-S-230C, Class A. ASTM varies because of seasonal and daily should be cleaned by solvent procedure or
C-920, Class 50, Type S, Grade NS, Use changes in temperature. If Pecora 864NST by mechanical means. Soap or detergent
G,A,M,O and CGSB-19GP-9, ASTM silicone cannot be installed when the and water cleaning treatments are not
C-1248. design width is approximately halfway recommended. Cleaning of all surfaces
between the dimensional extremes, the should be done on the same day on which
Acceptance by U.S. Department of
designed joint must be at least twice the the sealant is applied.
Agriculture for use in meat and poultry
processing plants. total anticipated joint movement. Good CAUTION: Solvents may be toxic and/or
architectural practice calls for joint design flammable. Refer to solvent manufacturer's
Joint Design: A thin bead of silicone will
of four times the anticipated movement instructions or Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
accommodate more movement than a
due to construction tolerances and Priming: Pecora 864NST does not
thick bead. Pecora 864NST Architectural
material variations. require priming on most common sub-
Silicone sealant should be no thicker than
3/8" (9 mm) and no thinner than 1/8" strates. However, we strongly suggest
(3 mm) for joints where excessive 5. INSTALLATION adhesion pretesting, either in the field or in
movement is expected. Ideally, the ratio of our laboratory, on all porous substrates,
Surface Preparation: Clean all joints
joint width to the sealant depth should be particularly brick, as well as unusual
and glazing areas by removal of foreign
about 2:1 when appropriate. Lap sheer building materials and other substrates
matter and contaminants such as oil, dust,
joints should have a bead width which is where special coatings or surface
grease, frost, water, surface dirt, old
equal to or greater than the total treatments may impair optimum adhesion.
sealants or glazing compounds and any
anticipated movement. Small curtainwall protective coating. Where primer is indicated, P-150 should
panels and lites should allow a minimum be used on porous substrates and
Porous substrates and precast concrete
width of 1/4" (6 mm) for the sealant bead. panels using form release agents other P-120 on special metal and plastic surfaces.
Larger panels for which a great deal of than polyethylene film should be cleaned All precast substrates require priming with
movement is expected should allow a by grinding, saw cutting, blast cleaning P-225 primer.
minimum width of 1/2" (12 mm) for the (water or sand), mechanical abrading or a Also, Pecora offers complimentary
sealant bead. Glazing of plastic lites and combination of these methods which will adhesion and stain testing in its laboratory
panels fabricated from plastic require provide a sound, clean and dry surface for on actual field samples of substrate from
the jobsite or on representative samples
from the same lots. Contact Technical
Services for details.
Joint Backing: Backer rod controls the
depth of the sealant and allows it to be
applied under pressure. Use a size that will
compress 25%.
Denver Foam open-cell polyurethane or
reticulated (soft) polyethylene rod is
recommended. Closed-cell polyethylene
may be used but care must be taken not
to puncture the rod which can cause
outgassing or bubbling/blistering in the
sealant.
In joints too shallow for backer rod, use a
polyethylene bond-breaker tape to prevent
three-sided adhesion.
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Specification Data Sheet
SUGGESTED PECORA 864NST - ULTRA BLOCK® SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
Expansion joints shall have a 2-hour Fire and Temperature rating. Unless otherwise specified for a specific area, only system tested
per ASTM E-119 Standard, complying with Underwriters Laboratories U/L-263, Designs FFS 0006, WWS 0010, and WW-S-0038
classified as 2-Hour Fire & Temperature Rated are approved. Pecora 864NST - Ultra Block® systems using such classified sealants
shall be used in both Configuration #1 and Configuration #2 whichever is applicable. Reference U/L File #13729.
This is a performance specification. Bidders will be required to furnish technical data and Underwriters Laboratories reports for
"or equal" approval.
PECORA 864NST - ULTRA BLOCK® UL Rated Wall and Floor Expansion Joint System
This system should be used in high rise office buildings, hospitals, schools, hotels, prisons, enclosed sports arenas, airport terminals,
shopping malls, nursing homes, manufacturing plants, precast and prestressed concrete structures, parking garages, warehouses,
chemical plants, elevator shafts and others to comply with existing building and fire codes. The system will effectively contain fire,
smoke and toxic fumes within a given area surrounded by fire walls for a 2-hour period, thereby enabling a safe an orderly
evacuation of the surrounding areas.
Specification Data Sheet
Application: All joints should be masked cause irritation or allergic reaction. Avoid 8. MAINTENANCE
to ensure a neat appearance and prevent contact and wash thoroughly after han- If the sealant is damaged and the bond is
sealant applied outside the joint confines dling. May be harmful if swallowed. Refer intact, cut out the damaged area and
from imparting a discoloration to the to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more recaulk. No primer is necessary. If the
substrate. information. bond has been affected, remove the
Sealant should be applied in a continuous sealant, clean and prepare the joint in
operation using sufficient pressure to fill FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. accordance with the instructions under
the joint and make complete contact to "INSTALLATION".
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH
the joint sides. Tool the sealant slightly
concave using dry-tooling techniques. OF CHILDREN.
Consult Technical Services prior to tooling
9.TECHNICAL SERVICES
with solvent. Do not tool with soap or 6. AVAILABILITY AND COST Pecora representatives are available to
detergent and water solutions. assist you in selecting an appropriate
Pecora products are available from stocking
product and to provide on-site application
Tool Time: (Initial skin): 15-25 minutes at distributors nationwide. For the name and
instructions or to conduct jobsite
77°F (25°C), 50% relative humidity. Higher telephone number of your nearest repre-
inspections. For further information and
temperatures and\or humidity will shorten sentative, call the number below or visit
assistance, please call our Technical
this time. our website at www.pecora.com.
Services department at 215-723-6051 or
Cleaning: Immediately remove all excess 800-523-6688.
sealant and smears adjacent to joints with 7. WARRANTY
mineral spirits. Also use mineral spirits for Pecora Corporation warrants its products
removing uncured sealant from equipment. to be free of defects. Under this warranty,
Remove cured sealant by scraping, we will provide, at no charge, replacement
sandpapering, etc. (Caution: mineral spirits materials for, or refund the purchase price
is flammable and toxic. Observe of, any product proven to be defective
manufacturer's precautions.) when used in strict accordance with our
Shelf Life: Pecora 864NST has a shelf life published recommendations and in applica-
of twelve months from date of manufac- tions considered by us as suitable for this
ture when stored in unopened cartridges product. The determination of eligibility for
or sausages at temperatures lower than this warranty, or the choice of remedy avail-
80º F (27º C), or nine months in tightly- able under this warranty, shall be made in
sealed bulk packages at temperatures our sole discretion and any decisions made
lower than 80º F (27º C). by Pecora Corporation shall be final. This
Precautions: Use with adequate ventila- warranty is in lieu of any and all other war- Issued to: Pecora Corporation
Product: 864 NST Silicone Sealant
tion or wear an appropriate NIOSH- ranties, expressed or implied, including but
approved respirator. Contact with not limited to a warranty of merchantability C719: Pass ____ Ext:+50% Comp:-50%
Substrate: Primed anodized aluminum, unprimed
uncured sealant or with vapors generated or fitness for a particular purpose and in no anodized aluminum and glass substrates
[anodized aluminum substrate primed with Pecora P-120 Primer]
during curing may cause respiratory tract case will Pecora be liable for damages other
Validation Date: 4/23/13 – 4/22/18
irritation. Contact with skin or eyes may than those expressly stated in this warranty,
including but not limited to incidental or No. 413-PEC418 Copyright © 2013
consequential damages. SEALANT VALIDATION
DON’T STAIN YOUR REPUTATION® - Pecora NST Non-Staining Technology
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