DOWSIL™ 1201 RTV Prime Coat - Adhesion Primer for Metals & Glass

DOWSIL™ 1201 RTV Prime Coat - Adhesion Enhancer for RTV Silicones

What is DOWSIL™ 1201 RTV Prime Coat?
DOWSIL™ 1201 RTV Prime Coat is a light yellow, acetone/toluene-based primer designed to enhance adhesion for RTV silicone elastomers like 3110, 3112, and 3120. This primer improves bonding to metals, glass, wood, masonry, and structural plastics, offering reliability across various applications.

Applications

• Adhesion enhancement for RTV silicone elastomers.
• Surface preparation for bonding metals, glass, wood, and masonry.
• Use in construction, manufacturing, and aerospace applications.

Benefits

• Enhances adhesion for strong, durable bonds.
• Compatible with multiple materials, including structural plastics.
• Easy to apply with a working time of 40 to 90 minutes.
• Low volatile organic content (VOC) for safer use.

Features

• Light yellow primer with high nonvolatile content (34%).
• Compatible with RTV silicone elastomers like 3110, 3112, and 3120.
• Excellent adhesion to glass, metals, and masonry.
• Flash point: -20°C (closed cup), ensuring quick evaporation.

How to Use

Apply DOWSIL™ 1201 RTV Prime Coat in a thin, uniform layer using a brush, wipe, or spray method. Allow the primer to dry completely for 40 to 90 minutes before applying the silicone elastomer. Ensure the surface is clean and free of contaminants for optimal results.

Size Available

• 389g Bottle (PN: 3173224)

For more information about this product's history, read our Dow Corning Rebrand Article.