P/S 892 CM, faying surface sealing compound, toluene-free
Description Performance properties (typical)
P/S 892 CM is a flowable compound with a service
Standard cure 14 days @ 25°C (77°F), 50% RH
temperature range from -55°C (-67°F) to 120°C (248°F).
This material is designed for sealing the faying surface of Cured specific gravity ≤1.65
integral fuel tanks and pressurised cabins. The cured
sealant maintains excellent elastomeric properties after Non-volatile content, % ≥88
prolonged exposure to jet fuel, aviation gas and phosphoric
ester hydraulic fluids. Ultimate cure hardness, Shore A ≥50
P/S 892 CM is a two-part, manganese dioxide cured Peel Strength, N/mm, 100% cohesive failure
No exposure
polysulfide compound. Once mixed, the uncured material Aluminium (alclad 2024) ≥2.8
has a fluid consistency suitable for application by brush,
trowel or roller and does not flow from overhead surfaces Tensile Strength, MPa
after application. It cures at room temperature to form a Initial 14 days/23°C ≥1
resilient sealant having excellent adhesion to common
aircraft substrates. Elongation, %
Initial 14 days/23°C ≥150
Application properties (typical) Tear Strength, MPa
Colour Initial 14 days/23°C
Part A Black P60A ≥1.8
Part B White
Mixed Dark grey Resistance to fluids: excellent resistance to water, alcohols,
synthetic and petroleum-based lubricating oils, and
Mix Ratio, by weight Part A: Part B petroleum-based hydraulic fluids.
CM 2 100: 12
Others 100: 10 Low-temperature flexibility @ -55°C (-67°F) – no cracking,
checking or loss of adhesion.
Base viscosity,
(Brookfield #6@2rpm) Fungal resistance Non-nutrient
Pa.s, (poise) 150- 400, (1500-4000) Note: The application and performance property values
above are typical for the material, but not intended for use
in specifications or for acceptance inspection criteria
Application life and cure time at 23°C (73°F), 50% RH
because of variations in testing methods, conditions and
configurations.
Application Assembly Time to 30
life time shore A* Surface preparation
(hours) (hours) (hours) Immediately before applying sealant to primed substrates,
CM-2 2 3 20 the surfaces should be cleaned with solvents.
CM-3 3 10 72 Contaminants such as dirt, grease, and/or processing
lubricants must be removed prior to sealant application. A
CM-12 12 20 336 (14d)
progressive cleaning procedure should be employed using
CM-48 48 168 1344 (56d) appropriate solvents and a new lint-free cloth. (Reclaimed
solvents or tissue paper should not be used).
*Instantaneous hardness measurement
Always pour solvent on the cloth to avoid contaminating the
Other cure options to meet 30 Shore A:
solvent supply. Wash one small area at a time. It is
CM-12 24h @ 23°C + 48h @ 50°C important that the surface is dried with a second clean cloth
CM-48 24h @ 23°C + 216h @ 50°C prior to the solvent evaporating to prevent the redeposition
of contaminants on the substrate.
P/S 892 CM, faying surface sealing compound, toluene-free
Substrate composition can vary greatly. This can affect Storage life
sealant adhesion. It is recommended that adhesion The storage life of P/S 892 CM is 9 months when stored in
characteristics to a specific substrate be determined prior original, unopened containers at temperatures between 4-
to application on production parts or assemblies. 27 °C (39-81 °F). During storage, slight variations in the
application characteristics may occur. This does not affect
For a more thorough discussion of proper surface either the overall application properties or the final
preparation, please consult the SAE Aerospace performance properties of the product.
Information Report AIR 4069. This document is available
through SAE, 400 Commonwealth Avenue, Warrendale, Health precautions
PA 15096-0001. This product is safe to use and apply when recommended
precautions are followed. Before using this product, read
Mixing instructions and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which
P/S 892 CM is supplied in a two-part kit. Mix according to provides information on health, physical and
ratios indicated in the application properties section. Mix part environmental hazards, handling precautions and first aid
A and part B separately to uniformity, then thoroughly mix recommendations. An SDS is available on request. Avoid
entire contents of both parts of the kit together taking care to overexposure. Obtain medical care in case of extreme
avoid leaving unmixed areas around the sides or bottom of overexposure.
the mixing container.
® For industrial use only. Keep away from children.
SEMKIT two-part sealant cartridges – manual mixing:
1. Hold cartridge and pull back dasher rod For emergency medical information call:
2. Inject 1/3 of the accelerator into the base 1-800-228-5635.
3. Push dasher rod half way into the cartridge and Additional information can be found at:
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4. Push dasher rod all the way into the cartridge and inject
For sales and ordering information call:
final 1/3 of accelerator into base
1-800-AEROMIX (2376649).
5. Mix material, rotate dasher rod 90° in a spiral
clockwise motion; with each stroke turn the dasher
rod by 90°
6. When two-parts are mixed thoroughly, pull dasher rod
back to the neck of the cartridge, grasp cartridge firmly
at neck, unscrew dasher rod counter-clockwise and
remove.
7. Screw nozzle into cartridge, material is ready for
extrusion.
CAUTION: Do not mix accelerator with the base until ready
to use.
Semkit is a trademark of PRC-DeSoto International Inc., registered with the U.S. Patent Office. PRC-DeSoto International,
All recommendations, statements, and technical data contained herein are based on tests we believe to be reliable Inc. 12780 San Fernando
and correct, but accuracy and completeness of said tests are not guaranteed and are not to be construed as a warranty, Road Sylmar, CA 91342
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Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable to the buyer or any third person for any injury, loss, or damage directly
or indirectly resulting from use of, or inability to use, the product. Recommendations or statements other than those Issue Date: 06/19
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