ELECTROTEMP CEMENT NO.
Superior electrical insulation for: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appliances Coefficient of thermal expansion 2.6 x 10-6/Fo (4.68 x 10-6/Co)
Furnaces Color Off white
Heating elements Compressive strength 3,000 psi (210 kg/cm2)
Lamp assemblies Density 160 pcf (2.56 gm/cm3)
Dielectric constant 3.0 - 4.0
Resistors
Dielectric strength
@ 70oF (21oC) 76.0 to 101.5 Volts/mil (2,900 to 3,900 Volts/mm)
Sauereisen Electrotemp Cement No. 8 is
@ 750oF (398oC) 25.0 to 38.0 Volts/mil (980 to 1,490 Volts/mm)
primarily used where high electrical insu-
lation and thermal conductivity are @ 1,475oF (801oC) 12.5 to 25.0 Volts/mil (490 to 980 Volts/mm)
desired. No. 8 cures by a chemical-set Maximum service temperature 2,600oF (1,426oC)
and is ideal for potting applications sub- Mix ratio (Powder:water, by weight) 100:13
ject to high temperature and/or thermal Modulus of rupture 900 psi (63 kg/cm2)
shock. Formulated with a zircon base, Tensile strength 400 psi (28 kg/cm2)
the cement is non-corrosive and compati- Thermal conductivity 6.7-8.3 Btu.in/ft2.hr.oF
ble for applications with ceramics, glass (2.8 -2.3 x 10-3 Cal.cm/cm2.sec.oC)
and most metals. The material is sup- Volume resistivity
plied in Powder form and need only be @ 70oF (21oC) 1010 - 1011 ohm-cm
mixed with water to apply. @ 750oF (398oC) 109 - 1010 ohm-cm
@ 1,475oF (801oC) 108 - 109 ohm-cm
CHARACTERISTICS
Physical properties were determined on specimens prepared under laboratory conditions using
Provides maximum electrical resis applicable ASTM procedures. Actual field conditions may vary and yield different results; there-
tance. fore, data are subject to reasonable deviation.
Heat conductive and thermal shock
resistant. Minimum amount of water should be strengths. If the cement will be exposed
Withstands temperatures to 2,600oF used as excess water reduces mechani- to elevated temperatures, constant water
(1,426oC). cal strength, increases shrinkage and immersion or steam environments, con-
Easy to mix and apply. delays set time. Failure of cement to sult Sauereisen for an appropriate drying
Ideal for potting applications. adhere indicates setting has begun - dis- schedule recommendation.
Chemical set. card cement. Do not attempt to retemper
Odorless. by adding more water. Porous sub- For higher humidity resistance where it is
strates may require dampening with impractical to fire cement, a moisture-
APPLICATION Sauereisen Thinning Liquid No. 14 prior resistant lacquer or silicone coating
to cement application. should be applied to the exposed sur-
faces.
Sauereisen Electrotemp Cement No. 8
Powder should be thoroughly remixed SETTING/CURING
before using. Weigh approximately 100 PACKAGING
parts Powder and 13 parts water. Place Electrotemp Cement No. 8 hardens with
Powder in a clean mixing container. Add an internal chemical-setting action after Standard packaging for Electrotemp
water to the Powder at one time while 18-24 hours at ambient temperature. Cement No. 8 is 50 lb. bags. Small pack-
mixing - do not add water gradually. Working time of No. 8 when Powder is aging in quarts and gallons is available,
Continue mixing until a smooth, uniform mixed with water is approximately 30 too. Consult Sauereisen for pricing of
consistency is obtained. Mixing may be minutes at 70oF. If it is desired to accel- special packaging in pails.
done with a slow-speed mixer or by hand erate the cure, low temperature oven dry-
with a spatula. ing at 180oF can be used. Avoid steam-
ing while drying. Proper curing of No. 8
is critical to developing maximum
SHELF LIFE CLEAN-UP
Sauereisen No. 8 Powder has a shelf life All equipment should be cleaned with
of one year when stored in unopened, soap and water before No. 8 cures. If
tightly sealed containers in a dry location removal is required after cure, consult
at 70oF. If there is a doubt as to the qual- Sauereisen for recommendations.
ity of the material, consult Sauereisen.
WARRANTY
CAUTION
We warrant that our goods will conform to
Consult Material Safety Data Sheets and the description contained in the order,
container label Caution Statements for and that we have good title to all goods
any hazards in handling this material. sold. WE GIVE NO WARRANTY,
WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR PURPOSE OR OTHER-
WISE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OTHER
THAN AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH
HEREIN. We are glad to offer sugges-
tions or to refer you to customers using
Sauereisen cements and compounds for
a similar application. Users shall deter-
mine the suitability of the product for
intended application before using, and
users assume all risk and liability whatso-
ever in connection therewith regardless of
any suggestions as to application or con-
struction. In no event shall we be liable
hereunder or otherwise for incidental or
consequential damages. Our liability and
your exclusive remedy hereunder or oth-
erwise, in law or in equity, shall be
expressly limited to our replacement of
nonconforming goods at our factory or, at
our sole option, to repayment of the pur-
chase price of nonconforming goods.
Information concerning govern-
ment safety regulations available upon
request.
Sauereisen also produces com-
pounds for corrosion resistance, elec-
trostatic discharge and grouting.
...since 1899
160 Gamma Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2989 USA
Phone 412/963-0303 Fax 412/963-7620
www.sauereisen.com
July 2006 © 1982 Sauereisen Cements Company Printed in U.S.A.
