SikaSeal®

Because automotive acoustics also relies on having an airtight seal, we have a variety of products for virtually every type of sealing need. Because welds are not water-tight, most body seams must be sealed for corrosion protection and to prevent water intrusion. These sealants are applied in the body shop before the vehicle is welded. Our SikaSeal® product line includes a variety of heat-expandable sealants. These products adhere to any type of stamping lubricant and expand from 60 to over 100% to accommodate any size gaps. These products can be supplied in rolls for multiple application lengths or as a co-extruded tape for specific dimensional requirements. Sika also manu- factures a bulk weld-through product that can be utilized for multiple applications and a reduction in labor.   

Other products include thermoplastic materials. These products are non-tacky and can be vacuum formed or injection molded for complex three-dimension designs - ensuring a reliable seal for any type of application. These products have been formulated to perform throughout a large temperature range, allowing application prior to anti-chip or paint bake ovens. Applications include striker plate and gage and drain hole sealants.

SikaSeal® Specification

Appearance:	Dry, die-cut
Installation Location:	Body Shop or Paint Shop
Curing Mechanism:	Electrodeposition; or Paint Bake Cycle
Volumetric Expansion:	0-200%