GSSI® Sealants MB-MAX

Identification

Backing Material

Paper,

Silicone

Chemical Family

Butyl Rubber

GBU

BAS

RTU Product Type

Tape,

Sealing Tape

Categories

Markets → Building & Construction → Applications → Building Envelope & Roofing → Glazing & Window Elements

Markets → Consumer Goods → Applications → Appliances & Electronics

Technologies → Adhesives & Sealants → Product Families → Bonding & Sealing Chemistry → Elastomeric Adhesives & Sealants

Technologies → Adhesives & Sealants → Product Families → Pressure Sensitive Adhesives, Tapes & Labels → Tapes

Applications

Application Area

Air Conditioners,

Metal Building,

Refrigeration Units

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Metal

Applications & Uses

Application Method

Apply MB-MAX to surface directly from roll. Press sealant through the silicone release paper with a smooth, even hand motion. Note: for metal roofing and siding applications, place sealant under the fastener to prevent wind-blown rain from leaking through the fastener holes.

Features

Ready-to-Use Product Features

Good Adhesion,

UV Resistant,

Wide Temperature Operating Range,

High Temperature Performance,

Easy To Apply,

High Cohesive Strength,

Low Temperature Compressibility

Features & Benefits

Key Features

• Greater cohesive strength
• Superior adhesive strength
• Withstands extreme roof temperatures
• Superior low temperature compressibility
• Cold flow resistant
• Resistant to UV light
• Seal not affected by normal movement of building
• Wide service temperature range
• Extensive inventory of standard sizes
• Available in custom sizes and lengths

Product Benefits

GSSI® Sealants MB-MAX offers many qualities that result in a superior seal, greater longevity, and easier application.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability

• Europe

Storage Conditions

Shelf life 24 months when stored in original package in cool and dry conditions

Properties

Application Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Application Temperature	4 - 50	°C	-
Service Temperature Limits	-40 to 90	°C	-

Technical Data

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Cone Penetration Hardness	100	dmm	ASTM D217
Density	13.3 - 14.2	lbs/gal	ASTM D792
Elongation (10”/min)	1000	%	ASTM D412
Shore Hardness	22	Shore A	ASTM C661
Solids Content	100	%	ASTM C771
T-Peel Failure Mode (2”/minute)	7.03	psi	D3330
Tensile Strength (10”/min)	16.85	psi	ASTM D412
Weight Loss 1 week (at 100°C, 1 week)	0.01	%	ASTM C771
Yield Strength Failure Mode (1”/min at failure)	14	psi	ASTM C908

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24 months