For sealing construction joints, building claddings, curtain walls, and perimeter joints around door and window frames, Pasco Hypersil 911 provides a highly flexible, weatherproofing barrier. This 100% silicone sealant is formulated to absorb continuous movement and resist harsh UV exposure without degrading, cracking, or losing adhesion over time.
How it works
Hypersil 911 uses a neutral-curing mechanism that does not release corrosive acids during curing, making it safe for use on steel, aluminium, stainless steel, and concrete without damaging the substrate. It adheres reliably to non-porous surfaces like glass and ceramic tiles, as well as porous masonry. The non-slumping formulation ensures the bead stays in place during vertical installation in wide construction joints or window claddings. During application, the curing process releases Methyl Ethyl Ketoxime (MEKO), requiring ventilation until the rubber is fully formed.
Numbers that matter
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±25% joint movement: Absorbs the thermal expansion and contraction common in curtain walls and building claddings without tearing or pulling away from the joint faces.
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400% elongation: High elasticity allows the cured silicone to stretch significantly beyond its original width before failure.
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8 to 10 minutes skin time (at 20°C & 50% RH): Quick initial set provides a narrow window for neat, clean tooling before the surface begins to skin over.
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5 to 7 days cure time (10mm joint depth at 25°C): Deep section curing requires up to a week to achieve full physical properties and elastomeric strength throughout the joint.
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-62°C to +170°C operating temperature: Maintains its flexible rubber state across extreme temperature swings, preventing embrittlement or softening.
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31g/L VOC content: Low-volatile organic compound formulation suitable for green-star projects and indoor installations.
Where to use it
Suitable for general purpose glazing, weatherproofing, and specialist trade sealing on:
- Glass, aluminium, and stainless steel
- Concrete, ceramic tiles, and steel
- Painted and powder-coated surfaces (compatibility testing required)
- Natural and reconstituted stone (compatibility testing required to prevent staining)
- Most plastics (compatibility testing required)
Limitations
- Do not use as a structural glazing sealant.
- Not paintable; choose a colour that matches the adjacent finishes (available in Translucent, White, Chocolate, Bronze, Grey, Silver, Charcoal, Volcano, and Black).
- Do not use on polycarbonate plastic sheeting.
- Not suitable for certain rubber products where plasticiser migration may cause bleeding.
- Do not use for aquariums.
- Do not use in joints subjected to permanent water immersion.
- Do not apply to any substrate containing bitumen.
- Do not use as a trafficable sealant in walkways or pavements.
Joint design and installation
Correct joint geometry is necessary to prevent splitting. Use an open-cell polyethylene backing rod to control sealant depth and ensure two-sided adhesion. Choose a closed-cell backing rod sized to allow 25% compression when inserted. Joint sizing must follow these limits:
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6mm to 10mm wide joints: Sealant depth must equal the joint width.
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10mm to 20mm wide joints: Sealant depth must be kept at a flat 10mm.
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20mm to 25mm wide joints: Sealant depth must be exactly half of the joint width.
Ensure all substrates are clean, dry, and sound. Clean glass and metal surfaces with methylated spirits and wipe dry with a clean cloth before applying the sealant. Tool the joint dry immediately after application to ensure complete wet-out of both joint faces.