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3M

06520 • 05220

Application

Information

Directions for Use

Surface Preparation:

There are waxes, coatings, sealants, grease, oil and other contaminants used in the

marine industry, making it very important to clean all surfaces to be bonded before

applying 3M™ Marine Adhesive/Sealant Fast Cure 5200. Recommended procedures

include cleaning with 3M™ General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner 08984.*

Application of Adhesive Sealant:

Abrading the surfaces with a 180 grit to 220 grit abrasive will enhance the bond

strength. Cut tip to desired bead size, puncture seal in nozzle and remove the seal at

bottom end of cartridge. Place cartridge in a caulk gun. Apply 3M Marine

Adhesive/Sealant Fast Cure 5200 to the seam or part to be bonded. Position parts.

Tool material to desired appearance. Remove excess with 3M General Purpose

Adhesive Cleaner 08984.*

Sealant should be used within 24 hours after inner seal is punctured, as product will

start to cure in the cartridge and nozzle.

Cure:

Cure

Relative

Humidity

Temperature

Time

Cure Depth

Open Time

50%

70°F (21°C)

1 hour

N/A

Open Time

90%

90°F (32°C)

15 minutes

N/A

Full Cure

50%

70°F (21°C)

24 hours

1/8 inch (0.3175 cm)

Cleanup:

For cleaning 3M Marine Adhesive/Sealant Fast Cure 5200 before it is cured, use a

dry cloth to remove the majority of sealant, followed by a cloth damp with 3M

General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner 08984,* toluene or acetone. Cured 3M Marine

Adhesive/ Sealant Fast Cure 5200 can be removed mechanically with a knife, razor

blade or sanding.

*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights,

and follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.

Limitations:

- Alcohol should not be used in preparation for bonding as it will stop the curing

process.

- Heat resistance - Maximum 190°F (88°C). Due to the decreased value in bond

strength at elevated temperatures, we do not recommend use of this product above

190°F (88°C).

- Do not apply at temperatures below 40°F (4°C) or on frost covered surfaces.

- 3M Marine Adhesive/Sealant Fast Cure 5200 is not recommended for use as a teak

deck seam sealer. Extended exposure to chemicals (teak cleaners, oxalic acid,

gasoline, strong solvents and other harsh chemicals) may cause permanent

softening of the sealant.