Sikaflex® NP 2

• ASTM C 920, Type M, Grade NS, Class 25, use NT, T, A, M, O* and I   *Refer to substrates in Uses.
• Federal Specification TT-S-00227E, Type II, Class A
• Corps of Engineers CRD-C-506
• Canadian Standards Board CAN/CGSB-19.24-M90, Classification MCG-2-40-A-N, No. 81029
• CFI accepted
• Underwriters Laboratories Inc.® classified (fire resistance only)

Sikaflex® NP 2 is a multi-component polyurethane product.

Parts A and B: 15 months when properly stored

Sikaflex®-900 Color Packs: 5.5 years

Store in unopened containers in a cool, clean, dry area. Do not open containers until ready for use.

*Primed for water immersion dictated by ASTM C 920. Concrete and aluminum primed with Sika® Primer-173; glass primed with Sika® Primer-176

Linear Feet Per Gallon

Meters Per Liter

Table 1

Joint Width and Sealant Depth

Table 2

Working Time, hours

For Best Performance

• Pursuant to accepted industry standards and practices, using rigid paints and/or coatings over flexible sealants can result in a loss of adhesion of the applied paint and/or coating, due to the potential movement of the sealant. However, should painting and/or coating be desired, it is required that the applicator of the paint and/or coating conduct on-site testing to determine compatibility and adhesion.
• Do not allow uncured Sikaflex® NP 2 to come into contact with alcohol-based materials or solvents.
• Do not use Sikaflex® NP 2 as a cap, heel, or toe bead for exterior glazing.
• Do not apply polyurethane sealants in the vicinity of uncured silicone sealants or uncured Sikaflex® HY 150.
• Sikaflex® NP 2 should not come in contact with oil-based caulking, silicone sealants, polysulfides, or fillers impregnated with oil, asphalt, or tar.
• Do not apply epoxy-based coatings in the vicinity of uncured Sikaflex® NP 2.
• Do not apply to freshly treated wood; treated wood must have been weathered for at least 6 months.
• Do not open containers until ready for use.
• Units are premeasured; do not use partial units.
• Sikaflex® NP 2 may yellow in the presence of unvented artificial heat; this is a surface phenomenon that does not affect sealant performance.
• When Sikaflex® NP 2 is used in areas subject to continuous water immersion, cure for 14 days at 70 °F (23 °C). Allow longer cure times at lower temperatures. Always use Sika® Primer-173.
• Do not use it in swimming pools or in other submerged conditions where the sealant will be exposed to strong oxidizers. Avoid submerged conditions where water temperatures will exceed 120 °F (50 °C).
• Horizontal joints subject to traffic or intermittent ponding of water require the use of a primer. Call Technical Service for details.
• Substrates such as copper, stainless, and galvanized steel typically require the use of a primer; Sika® Primer-173 or Sika® Primer-176 are acceptable. For Kynar coatings, use Sika® Primer-173 only. An adhesion test is recommended for any other questionable substrate.
• Use only Sikaflex®-900 color packs designed for use with Sikaflex® NP 2.
• Proper application is the responsibility of the user. Field visits by Sika personnel are to make technical recommendations only and not to supervise or provide quality control on the job site.

Substrates must be structurally sound, fully cured, dry, and clean. Substrates should always be free of the following: dirt, loose particles, oil, grease, asphalt, tar, paint, wax, rust, waterproofing or curing and parting compounds, membrane materials, and sealant residue.

CONCRETE, STONE, AND OTHER MASONRY Clean by grinding, sandblasting, or wire brushing to expose a sound surface free of contamination and laitance.

WOOD New and weathered wood must be clean, dry, and sound. Scrape away loose paint to bare wood. Any coatings on wood must be tested to verify the adhesion of the sealant or to determine an appropriate primer.

METAL Remove scale, rust, and loose coatings from metal to expose a bright white surface. Any coatings on metal must be tested to verify the adhesion of the sealant or to determine an appropriate primer.

1. Sikaflex® NP 2 is a multi-component system with a configuration of Part A, Part B, and a color pack.
2. Transfer the entire contents of Part B to Part A container using a spatula or margin trowel.
3. Part B must be mixed thoroughly with Part A. Before adding pigment, scrape the sides of the container to ensure complete mixing of Parts A and B. With a slow-speed drill and a sealant mixing paddle, mix for 4–6 minutes. Keep the paddle blade below the surface of the sealant to avoid whipping air into the sealant.
4. Transfer the entire contents of one Sikaflex®-900 pigment can into the mixed Part A and B. Use a spatula or knife to remove all the pigment from the container. Continue mixing with a slow-speed drill and slotted paddle until the color is uniform. During the process, scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container several times to obtain a complete mix.
5. The pot life of the mixed Sikaflex®-905 accelerator is influenced by temperature. See Table 2 for specific data. Sikaflex®-905 accelerator may be added to adjust the initial cure rate.

Joint Preparation

1. The product may be used in sealant joints designed in accordance with SWR Institute's Sealants -The Professional's Guide.
2. In optimal conditions, the depth of the sealant should be 1/2 the width of the joint. The sealant joint depth (measured at the center) should always fall between the maximum depth of 1/2" and the minimum depth of 1/4". The maximum recommended joint width is 3". Refer to Table 1.
3. .In deep joints, the sealant depth must be controlled by a closed-cell backer rod or soft backer rod. Where the joint depth does not permit the use of a backer rod, a bond breaker (polyethylene strip) must be used to prevent three-point bonding.
4. To maintain the recommended sealant depth, install the backer rod by compressing and rolling it into the joint channel without stretching it lengthwise. Closed cell backer rod should be about 1 ⁄8" (3 mm) larger in diameter than the width of the joint to allow for compression. The soft backer rod should be approximately 25% larger in diameter than the joint width. The sealant does not adhere to it, and no separate bond breaker is required. Do not prime or puncture the backer rod.

Priming

1. Sikaflex® NP 2 is considered a non-priming sealant, but special circumstances or substrates may require a primer. It is the user’s responsibility to check the adhesion of the cured sealant on typical test joints at the project site before and during application. Refer to the product data sheet on Sika® Primer-173 and Sika® Primer-176, and consult Technical Service for additional information.
2. .For immersion applications, Sika® Primer-173 must be used.
3. Apply primer full strength with a brush or clean cloth. A light, uniform coating is sufficient for most surfaces. Porous surfaces require more primer; however, do not over-apply.
4. Allow the primer to dry before applying Sikaflex® NP 2. Depending on temperature and humidity, the primer will be tack-free in 15–20 minutes. Priming and sealing must be done on the same day.

Application

1. Except when unusual job conditions dictate the use of a knife or spatula, apply Sikaflex® NP 2 by a professional bulk gun loaded at the job site. Fill joints from the bottom up to the exterior face by holding a properly sized nozzle against the joint bottom.
2. Dry tooling is recommended. Proper tooling results in the correct bead shape, neat joints, and optimal adhesion.
3. Best practices dictate that all caulking and sealing be done when temperatures are above 40 °F (4 °C) to avoid application to moisture-laden surfaces. Moisture on substrates will adversely affect adhesion.
4. Application may proceed as low as 40 °F (4 °C) if there is a certainty that substrates are completely dry, free of moisture, and clean as described under Surface Preparation.

Curing

The cure of Sikaflex® NP 2 varies with temperature and humidity. The following times assume 75 °F (24 °C), 50% relative humidity, and a joint 1/2" (13 mm) in width by 1/4" (6 mm) in depth. – Skins: within 3–4 hours – Full cure: approximately 1 week See Table 2 for use of Sikaflex®-905 accelerator.

Immediately after use and before the sealant has cured, clean equipment with SikaSwell®-990 or xylene. Cured sealant may be removed by cutting with a sharp-edged tool. Remove thin films by abrading.