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DOWSIL 688 Glazing & Cladding Silicone Sealant
Description

DOWSIL™ 688 Glazing and Cladding Sealant is a glass, metal, masonry and cladding sealant is a high performance, neutral cure silicone sealant designed for a wide range of glazing and weather sealing applications. It will bond to form a strong weatherproof seal on most common building materials.

Available in black, grey, and white.

Key Features
  • Joint movement capability of (+/-25%)
  • Adheres to a wide range of building materials and finishes
  • Bonds to most common construction materials without use of primer
  • Neutral cure – will not corrode galvanized/zinc-coated steel or attack concrete
  • Excellent resistance to weathering, ultra-violet radiation, vibration, moisture, ozone, temperature extremes, airborne pollutants, cleaning detergents and many solvents
  • Long life reliability
  • Non-slumping – can be used in vertical and overhead joints
  • Easy to use – one part, no mixing required
  • Can be applied in any season
  • Excellent recovery from extension and compression
Scope of Use

Intended for weatherproofing glazing and cladding joints on commercial facade systems.

  • Glass, metal, masonry and cladding sealant
  • Neutral cure; will not corrode galvanised/zinc-coated steel or attack concrete
  • Bonds to most common construction materials without use of primer
  • Can be used in vertical and overhead joints — non-slumping
  • Can be applied in any season

Applications:

  • Glass
  • Aluminium
  • Steel
  • Concrete
  • Painted surfaces
  • Brick
  • Ceramic
  • Fibreglass
  • Rubber
  • Enamel
Limitations on Use
  • Must be used in accordance with technical literature and maintenance guidelines
  • Some applications may require the use of a specific DOWSIL primer
  • For more information on compatibility with other products and specialist advice, please contact Glasscorp Architectural directly
  • Customers should independently determine the suitability of this product for their specific purpose prior to use
Statement of Building Code Compliance

DOWSIL™ sealants may contribute to compliance with the following code clauses when correctly applied.

  • B2 (Durability), B2.3.1(a). The durability of silicone is well established in NZ based on in-service use.
  • C2 – C6 (Protection from Fire), applicable performance criteria. Performance based on fire testing.
  • E2 (External Moisture) & E3 (Internal Moisture), applicable performance criteria. Silicone when applied seals joints and allowed to cure will resist water penetration.
  • F2 (Hazardous Building Materials), F2.3.1. Silicone is not considered hazardous, and does not emit harmful gases. 
In-Service History

DOWSIL™ Sealants have been used extensively worldwide and in New Zealand for decades as a trusted product.

Other Performance Attributes
  • Neutral cure; will not corrode galvanised/zinc-coated steel or attack concrete
  • Excellent resistance to weathering, ultra-violet radiation, vibration, moisture, ozone, temperature extremes, airborne pollutants, cleaning detergents and many solvents

Warranty & Maintenance

  • 15 year manufacturer warranty and 5 year installer/applicator warranty for DOWSIL™ sealants.
  • Follow DOW Silicone Sealant Maintenance Guidelines
Documents
BPIR Product Statement: DOWSIL Silicone Sealants

v.1.0

Material Safety Datasheet: DOWSIL 688

2025

Technical Data Sheet: DOWSIL 688

2024

LEED Letter: DOWSIL 688

2025

Glasscorp on Masterspec
Masterspec Work Section: DOW Sealants
Maintenance Guidelines: DOW Silicone Sealants
Sealant Usage Calculations

2024

Glasscorp Architectural are glass and sealant specialists supporting architects in their design of cutting-edge, high-performance buildings.

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