What is Bostik CLEANER 14 and why choose it
Bostik CLEANER 14 is a thin liquid cleaner and degreaser designed for preparing closed substrates before sealing or bonding with specific Simson products. It is also suitable for removing uncured sealant and adhesive residues from substrates and tools. With very good adhesion on metal, medium open time up to 110 minutes and pressing time around 8 hours, CLEANER 14 supports reliable bonding performance when used as directed.
Main features
- Thin liquid cleaner for substrates prior to sealing or bonding with specific Simson products.
- Very good adhesion on metal.
- Suitable for degreasing closed substrates.
- Removes uncured sealant and adhesive remains from substrates and tools.
- Medium open time: up to 110 minutes.
- Pressing time: around 8 hours.
- Application temperature between +5°C and +30°C.
- Transparent colour for unobtrusive use.
- Supplied in 1 litre tins.
- Can be stored for at least 12 months in original, unopened containers in a dry place between +5°C and +30°C.
Technical specifications
- Product type: Thin liquid cleaner and degreaser for substrates and tools.
- Brand: Bostik.
- Model: CLEANER 14.
- Dry contents: 0%.
- Flashpoint: -6°C.
- Specific gravity: 0.8 g/ml.
- Colour: Transparent.
- Packaging: 1 litre tin.
- Application temperature: Between +5°C and +30°C.
- Drying time before applying sealant or adhesive: Approximately 5 minutes.
- Open time: Medium open time until 110 minutes.
- Pressing time: Around 8 hours.
- Storage stability: At least 12 months in original, unopened container in a dry place between +5°C and +30°C.
Applications and use cases
Substrate cleaning and preparation
- Cleaning and degreasing closed substrates before sealing or bonding with specific Simson products.
- Pretreating surfaces that can be sealed or bonded within 6 hours of cleaning.
Removal of uncured sealant and adhesive residues
- Removing uncured sealant and adhesive remains from substrates.
- Cleaning tools contaminated with uncured sealant or adhesive.
Substrates and materials
- Provides very good adhesion on metal when used within the specified open and pressing times.
- Substrates must be dry before treatment.
- Plastics and lacquers can especially be sensitive; it is recommended to carry out a trial in advance on a small piece to check whether the substrate will be affected by CLEANER 14.
Method of use
- Ensure substrates are dry.
- Firmly rub the substrates with a clean, colourless cloth or tissue paper wetted with CLEANER 14.
- If the substrate is strongly contaminated, repeat the process once more.
- Replace the cloth when it becomes dirty and avoid contamination of the tin.
- Always close the tin immediately after use.
- Only pretreat as many surfaces as can be sealed or bonded within 6 hours.
FAQ
1. What is Bostik CLEANER 14 used for?
Bostik CLEANER 14 is used for cleaning and degreasing closed substrates before sealing or bonding with specific Simson products, and for removing uncured sealant and adhesive residues from substrates and tools.
2. On which materials can CLEANER 14 be used?
It is suitable for closed substrates and provides very good adhesion on metal. Plastics and lacquers can be especially sensitive; a preliminary trial on a small area is recommended.
3. What is the recommended application temperature?
The application temperature should be between +5°C and +30°C.
4. How long should I wait before applying sealant or adhesive after using CLEANER 14?
After a drying time of approximately 5 minutes, the sealant or adhesive can be applied.
5. What are the open and pressing times associated with CLEANER 14?
The product offers a medium open time of up to 110 minutes and a pressing time of around 8 hours.
6. How should CLEANER 14 be stored?
Store CLEANER 14 in its original, unopened container in a dry place at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C. Under these conditions it can be stored for at least 12 months.
7. How do I apply CLEANER 14 correctly?
Substrates must be dry. Rub firmly with a clean, colourless cloth or tissue paper wetted with CLEANER 14. Replace the cloth when dirty, avoid contamination in the tin and close the container immediately after use. Only pretreat surfaces that can be sealed or bonded within 6 hours.
8. Can CLEANER 14 be used on plastics and lacquers?
Plastics and lacquers can especially be sensitive to CLEANER 14. It is recommended to carry out a trial in advance on a small piece to check whether the substrate will be affected.
9. What is the colour and appearance of CLEANER 14?
CLEANER 14 is a transparent, thin liquid.
10. What packaging size is available?
CLEANER 14 is supplied in 1 litre tins.
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Section 8 – Individual protection measures
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