The 3M™ Polyurethane Adhesive Sealant 540 is an all-purpose, single-component, moisture-curing, gap-filling polyurethane adhesive that creates permanently elastic seals and bonds in a wide variety of service environments.
Multi Purpose Sealant with Good UV Resistance 3M™ Polyurethane Sealant 540 is a single component, moisture curing, polyurethane sealant used to bond a wide variety of materials, including plastics, fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), sheet molding compound (SMC), aluminum, steel, coated metal and wood. It exhibits high tensile strength, good UV resistance, low Shore A hardness and low modulus to maintain its functionality in a wide range of extreme service environments. Available in cartridge, sausage pack, pail and drum volumes to meet your application needs. Recommended Applications • Vertical and horizontal panel bonding and joint sealing • Aluminum curtain walls and storefronts • Transportation manufacturing (bus, rail, truck, trailer) • Replacement of mechanical fasteners in many situations Paintable after Skin Forms for Improved Appearance 3M™ Polyurethane Sealant 540 offers an alternative to mechanical fasteners and can replace rivets in some applications. It will bond dissimilar substrates and a wide selection of materials. This will perform in temperatures ranging from 40°F/ 40°C to 194°F/90°C. Once skin forms (60 90 minutes), the sealant can be painted to improve the final finish. Understanding Polyurethane Sealants Polyurethane sealants provide strong, flexible durable elastomeric bonds that seal against the elements. These sealants excel in challenging industrial, transportation and construction applications. Polyurethane sealants are available in a wide variety of Shore A hardness, open time and colors to meet many application needs. Choose a 3M Manual or Pneumatic Applicator for dispensing 3M adhesives sealant cartridges and 400ml/600ml sausage packs. Bringing Better Ideas to the Surface through Science and Innovation In our 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division, we apply the science of adhesion to deliver innovative solutions that improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world. In the end, our technologies help customers like you deliver competitive products to the market faster and more efficiently.
Adhesive Type | Polyurethane |
Application Method | Liquid, Hand or pressure caulk |
Application Temperature From (Celsius) | 5 °C |
Application Temperature To (Celsius) | 35 °C |
Brands | 3M™ |
Container Size (Imperial) | 10.14 fl oz, 10.5 fl oz, 13.5256 fl oz, 20.29 fl oz, 50 Gallon (US) |
Container Size (Metric) | 189.3 mL, 310 mL, 400 mL, 600 L |
Full Cure Time | >3 mm/24 hr |
Hardness | 40 Shore A |
Industries | Construction, General Industrial, Transportation |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 90 °C |
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 194 none |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | -40 °C |
Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | -40 null |
Modulus at 100% | 58 Pound-Force Per Square Inch |
Permeability | Permeable |
Physical Form | Medium paste |
Product Colour | White, Black, Grey |
Product Form | Sausage, Cartridge, Gallon |
Product Type | Flashing Accessory, Sealant |
Smallest Saleable Unit | Pack, Each, Drum |
Solids Weight Percent (Approximate) | 90 % |
Surface Type | Metal |
Tack-free Time | 1 hr |
Tensile Strength (Imperial) | 250 psi |
Units per Case | 1.0, 12.0 |
Safety Data Sheets
Document Number: MSDS_0894329_CA_EN
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