Adhesive & Sealant Curing
The curing of an adhesive or sealant is a chemical process in which the adhesive or sealant crystallizes and achieves it's final properties and strength. How an adhesive or sealant is ultimately cured plays a large role how it is applied and the physical properties of the bonds it forms.
Take Control of the Curing Process with Tyzor®
Tyzor® Organic Titanates and Zirconates are excellent for curing a broad range of adhesive and sealant systems. They are available in a range of grades that vary in reactivity and offer formulators complete control of cure rate. The table below breaks down which grades of Tyzor® are recommended for various adhesive and sealant systems.| System | Grade | Cure Rate | Moisture Sensitivity | Color Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silicone (RTV-1) | Tyzor® PITA-SM Tyzor® 9000 Tyzor® TOT Tyzor® BTP | Moderate Moderate to Fast Moderate to Fast Fast | Resistant Reactive Reactive Reactive | Moderate Low to None Low to None Low to None |
| Polyurethane | Tyzor® 9000 | Moderate to Fast | Reactive | Low to None |
| Polysulfide | Tyzor® TE | Moderate to Fast | Stable | Moderate to Low |
| Natural Rubber | Tyzor® NBZ Tyzor® TPT | Fast Fast | Reactive Reacitve | Low to None Low to None |
| Epoxy | Tyzor® 9000 | Fast | Reactive | Low to None |
| Acrylic (Solvent) | Tyzor® 9000 Tyzor® PITA-SM Tyzor® TOT | Moderate Fast Fast | Reactive Resistant Reactive | Low to None Moderate Low to None |
| Acrylic (Water) | Tyzor® TE | Fast | Stable | Moderate to Low |