Technical Data Sheet

SS4155

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Primer

Description
SS4004P, SS4044P, SS4120, SS4155, and SS4179 primers are formulated for use with Momentive
Performance Materials RTV silicone rubber adhesive sealants. Momentive Performance Materials
one-component products offer primerless adhesion to many substrates. Primers are used to help promote
adhesion to difficult-to-bond substrates. For most Momentive Performance Materials two-component
products, a primer is required when an adhesive bond is needed between the silicone rubber compound
and a non-silicone surface (see table below). All primers are one-component products requiring no mixing
and are supplied ready-to-use as easily pourable solvent solutions.

SS4004P and SS4044P primers help promote adhesion to metals (such as aluminum, copper, steel,
stainless steel, brass, and galvanized metals), porous materials, unglazed ceramics and wood. SS4004P
primer is bright pink, providing easy visual determination of uniform coating. SS4044P primer is virtually
identical to SS4004P primer, but is designed for applications where discoloration of the substrate is
undesirable.

SS4120 primer helps promote adhesion of Momentive Performance Materials addition cure RTVs and is
used where clarity is needed. SS4155 is a general purpose primer for use with any RTV.

SS4179 primer helps promote adhesion of Momentive Performance Materials sealant to difficult-to-bond
plastic substrates including:

acrylics
acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS)
cellulosics (cellulose acetate)
high-impact styrene
polyphenylene oxide resins (PPO®)
polysulfones
polyesters
rigid polyvinychloride (PVC)
thermoplastic resins (Noryl®)

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Key Features and Typical Benefits

One-component - no mixing
Simple handling procedures and equipment for easy use and low processing cost.
Dry at room temperature and ambient humidity conditions
Helps promote adhesion to many substrates
SS4044P, SS4120 and SS4179 primers are transparent to preserve visibility of colorless products.
Pink color of SS4004P and blue color of SS4155 primer permit easy visual determination of uniform
application.

Typical Physical Properties

Property SS4004P SS4044P SS4120 SS4155 SS4179
Clear, Clear,
Color Pink Light Yellow Blue
Colorless Colorless
Specific Gravity 0.85 0.85 0.82 0.82 0.98
Solids Content, % 15 15 3 10 6
Acetone Acetone
Isopropanol Isopropanol Ethanol Ethyl Acetate
Mineral Spirits
Solvent(s) Xylene Xylene Methanol Toluene Methanol
N-butanol N-butanol

Flash Point,
(Pensky-Martin -12 ºC (10 ºF) -12 ºC (10 ºF) -0.5 ºC (31 ºF) 37 ºC (98 ºF) -3 ºC (27 ºF)
Closed Cup)
Dry Time,
30 30 30 30 15
Minutes
D.O.T. Label Flammable Flammable Flammable Flammable Flammable
Recommended 1 & 2 Part 1 & 2 Part 1 & 2 Part 1 Part
All
RTVs Condensation Condensation Addition Condensation
Typical physical properties are average data and should not be used as or to develop product specifications.

Primer Reccomendation Table for RTV Two Components

RTV Silicone Rubber Compound Primers Recommended
Primary Alternates
RTV11 thru 88 SS4004 SS4044, SS4155
RTV500 series SS4004 SS4044, SS4155
RTV615, 655 SS4120 SS4155
RTV627 SS4155 SS4120
RTV630 SS4155 SS4120
RTV61X6 Series SS4120 SS4155
RTV8000 Series SS4004 SS4044

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Specifications
FDA Status
SS4120, SS4179 and SS4044P primers can be used in food contact applications where FDA regulations
apply.

Processing Recommendations
Surface Preparation
All surfaces to be bonded should first be thoroughly cleaned. A cloth or industrial tissue saturated with
naphtha or methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) may be used to remove dirt, oil or grease from non-plastic surfaces.
Isopropanol is a commonly used solvent for preparation of plastic surfaces to avoid crazing of the substrate.
When practical, surfaces should be wiped dry before applying the primer coating. Abrasion of the surface
will also often improve adhesion.

When solvents are used as described, proper safety precautions must be observed.

Priming Procedure
Primers may be applied by brushing, wiping or dipping. (Spraying may sometimes produce erratic results.) A
thin uniform primer coating of approximately 0.01 to 0.02 mm (0.5mil) thickness usually provides the
strongest bond. Care should be taken with plastic substrates such as polystyrene or polycarbonates
(LEXAN®) which may tend to craze or become sticky when primer is applied. Crazing can be minimized if the
primer is applied with a single, continuous stroke.

For most primers, a drying time of at least 30 minutes at room temperature is suggested prior to application
of the RTV silicone rubber adhesive sealant. On porous surfaces, a second coat of primer may be required.
Allow at least 30 minutes drying time between coats.

SS4179 primer must be allowed to air dry for at least 15 minutes at room temperature before applying the
RTV silicone rubber adhesive sealant.

For all of these silicone primers sufficient humidity must be available for proper drying. A minimum of 25%
relative humidity is suggested for all but SS4155 primer for which a minimum of 40% is suggested.
Formation of a chalky white haze indicates adequate drying of the S4155 primer. Do not remove or
contaminate such film prior to application of the RTV silicone rubber compound.

Primers may be left to dry for up to 24 hours before application of the sealant without loss of bonding effects.
However, the primed surface must be covered to prevent dirt or contaminant pick-up.

Patent Status
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to imply the nonexistence of any relevant patents or to constitute
a permission, inducement or recommendation to practice any invention covered by any patent, without
authority from the owner of the patent.

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Product Safety, Handling and Storage

Containers must be kept tightly closed when not in use.

A slight white precipitate may form in storage. This should not impair performance of the primer. Do not
shake the container prior to use, but carefully decant the clear primer from the top of the container as
needed. A laboratory check of adhesion is suggested prior to product use.

Customers should review the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and label for product safety information, safe
handling instructions, personal protective equipment if necessary, emergency service contact information,
and any special storage conditions required for safety. Momentive Performance Materials (MPM) maintains
an around-the-clock emergency service for its products. SDS are available at www.momentive.com or, upon
request, from any MPM representative. For product storage and handling procedures to maintain the product
quality within our stated specifications, please review Certificates of Analysis, which are available in the
Order Center. Use of other materials in conjunction with MPM products (for example, primers) may require
additional precautions. Please review and follow the safety information provided by the manufacturer of such
other materials.

Limitations
Customers must evaluate Momentive Performance Materials products and make their own determination as
to fitness of use in their particular applications.

Contact Information
For product prices, availability, or order placement, contact our customer service at
Momentive.com/CustomerService/

For literature and technical assistance, visit our website at: www.momentive.com

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perform all tests and analyses necessary to assure that its finished parts incorporating Supplier’s products,
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