QUAD VS DURALINK 35
DuraLink® 35
DuraLink 35 is a multi-purpose, moisture cure, elastomeric sealant that combines economy and high performance. DuraLink 35 has excellent elastomeric properties which is ideal for a wide range of applications including difficult surfaces such as Kynar 500® PVDF and other anodized metals and coatings. DuraLink 35 is isocyanate free, paintable and SWRI validated for ± 35% joint movement.
QUAD® MAX
QUAD MAX siding & window sealant is designed for sealing around interior/exterior windows, doors and siding. It bonds to a wide variety of materials without need for a primer such as fiber cement, cedar, brick, stone, coated aluminum, fiberglass, vinyl, PVC, stucco, EIFS, wood, glass, and flashing tapes and Kynar® coatings.
Comparison
PROPERTY
DuraLink® 35
QUAD® MAX
NOTES
Polymer
Polyether
Synthetic
Polyethers are formualated for performance and longevity
VOC Content
18.2 g/l
<340g/l
QUAD contains flammable materials, contains prop 65 materials
DURALINK contain virtually no VOC contents
Solids
98%
65-75%
Loss of solvent creates shrinkage and loss of performance
Curing Methods
Moisture cure cross linking material
Solvent evaporation
Movement
+100/50%
25%
DuraLink has greater movement capabilities
Shelf Life
12-18 months
12-18 months
Packaging
Plastic Tubes
Cardboard Tubes
Cardboard tubes are prone to damage .
Cure Time
7 Days
7 Days
Kynar 500 PDVF adhesion
Bonds to nearly all Kynar 500 PDVF without a primer
Spotty and often requires a primer
Compliance
ASTM C-920, TTS-230C
ASTM C-920, TTS-230C
Paintable
Yes
Yes
DuraLink is paintable within 10 minutes of application
Restrictions
Bonds to nearly all construction materials
Not for use on damp concrete, EPS or other foams, EIFS
