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Cut Edge

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Single Ply Membrane

Applications

Sealing PVC pool liners (pool); PVC Membrane cut edge sealer (roofing)
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Pint Bottle
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55553A Clear PVC Cut Edge Sealant HVOC

Ruscoe’s 55553A PVC Clear Cut Edge Sealant is an optional treatment used for sealing cut edges of PVC and PVC KEE membrane where scrim reinforcement is exposed.

SUGGESTED USES
Used to seal cut edges of PVC OR PVC KEE membrane used in single-ply roofing applications.

55553A PVC Cut-Edge-Sealant Clear

Membrane surfaces must be free of moisture, oils, dirt and other contaminates. Ruscoe recommends the use of our low VOC Membrane Cleaner be used prior to sealing the cut edges. Shake bottle well prior to using. Sealant can be used at 20°F and rising if blushing is not present.

  1. Allow the welded seam to cool prior to application of sealant. The seam should be cool to the touch.
  2. Clean seam area with membrane cleaner.
  3. Trim the tip of the yorker nozzle to provide approximately a 1/8” (3.2 mm) opening.
  4. Apply an approximate 1/8” to 1/4” (3.2mm to 6.4mm) diameter bead of sealant to all exposed cut edges of PVC membrane with exposed reinforcement.

Sealant is provided in 16oz Plastic bottles with yorker spouts which allow the user to adjust the bead width and assist in ease of application onto cut edges after they are heat welded.

Coverage Rate:
1/8” (3.2 mm) diameter bead: 1,500 ft/gal (121 m/L)
1/4” (6.4 mm) diameter bead: 400 ft/gal (32 m/L)

55553A Clear PVC Cut Edge Sealant is packaged in 16oz HDPE/Nylon barrier bottles and has a shelf life of 1 year after packaging. Store in original unopened containers at temperatures between 60°F and 80°F (15.6°C and 26.7°C) until use, away from direct sunlight, heat, sparks or other potential sources of ignition.

Flammable. Keep away from fire and open flames during storage and use. Do not smoke when using. Avoid breathing vapors. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Do not thin or contaminate with foreign materials. OSHA approved gloves should be worn. Keep away from children.

Typical Properties:

Solids, by Weight % 15-20%
Solvent Formulation Tetrahydrofuran
Viscosity, Brookfield (RVF #3 @ 20 rpm) 540 – 940 cps
VOC Content <780 g/L
Pounds Per Gallon @77°F (25°C) 7.7

All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests believed to be reliable, but the acduracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed, and the following is made in lieu of all warranties expresses or implied.
Seller’s and manufacturer’s only obligation shall be to replace such quantity of the product proved to be defective. Neither seller or manufacturer shall be liable for any injury, loss, or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or the inability to use the product. Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the product for their intended use and user assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. The foregoing many are not changed except by an agreement signed by officers of seller or manufacturer.
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