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Low-Viscosity Silane-Terminated Polyether | Manta MF3

Manta MF3 is an alkoxysilane-terminated polyether with low activity and low viscosity, used as a base polymer for moisture-curing elastic sealants, encapsulating adhesives and sealing coatings in construction, transportation and general industry. Its low viscosity allows higher filler loadings in solvent-free, isocyanate-free formulations that cure without bubbles and with low odor.

Grade
MF3
Chemical Name
Silane-terminated polyether
Form
Yellow viscous liquid

Overview

Manta MF3 is an alkoxysilane-terminated polyether for moisture-curing elastic sealants and sealing coatings. It can be formulated as a one-component or two-component system, and sealants formulated with MF3 show good adhesion to a wide variety of substrates.

Unlike polyurethane or silicone systems, MF3 formulations are solvent-free and isocyanate-free and cure without bubbles and with low odor. Low activity and low shrinkage, together with a low viscosity that allows higher filler loadings, make MF3 a base for low-viscosity encapsulating adhesives and high-hardness joint sealants. It can also be used as a reactive plasticizer in silane-terminated polymer formulations; the effect on modulus and hardness should be verified in the specific formulation.

Compared with Manta MS2030T, a moderate-activity polymer (6,000 – 10,000 mPa·s at 25 °C), MF3 has low activity and a lower viscosity of 1,000 – 2,000 mPa·s at 25 °C.

Key Features

  • Low activity and low shrinkage
  • Low viscosity, allowing higher filler loadings
  • Good adhesion strength and tensile elasticity
  • Good resistance to aging and yellowing
  • Good resistance to water and chemical attack
  • Solvent-free and low odor
  • Can be blended with other Manta polymers

Cross-Reference

Manta MF3 can be considered as an alternative to Wacker GENIOSIL XM 25.

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Specifications

Typical properties of Manta MF3
PropertyTypical Value
AppearanceYellow viscous liquid
Flash Point≥ 237 °C
Boiling Point> 250 °C
Viscosity (25 °C)1,000 – 2,000 mPa·s
Density (25 °C)1.02 – 1.05 g/cm³

Typical values from the current Technical Data Sheet.

Applications

  • Joint sealants: high-hardness joint sealants
  • Transportation: elastic sealants for transportation
  • Encapsulation: low-viscosity encapsulating adhesives
  • Consumer: DIY sealants
  • Interior decoration: low-emission decoration sealants
  • Reactive plasticizer: can be used in silane-terminated polymer formulations; the effect on modulus and hardness should be verified in the specific formulation

Processing

Manta MF3 is readily soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol and practically insoluble in water; formulation components are therefore typically oil-soluble.

Curing is based on moisture-initiated silane reactions: in the presence of a catalyst the terminal silane groups hydrolyze to silanols, which condense to siloxane crosslinks and form a three-dimensional network.

Although MF3 contains reactive functional groups, it remains stable for a certain time without catalyst. Moisture must be controlled during storage and processing, and a chemical moisture scavenger is required for formulation stability; vinyltrimethoxysilane (VTMO) is recommended.

MF3 can be processed with conventional mixing equipment. Please contact Manta technical service for further support.

Related applications: Adhesives & Sealants

Related reading: Difference Between MS, STPE, SMP, STPU and SPU

Packaging & Storage

50 kg plastic drum with aluminum-foil liner bag;

200 kg drum with aluminum-foil liner bag;

1,000 kg IBC (tote);

Other pack sizes available on request.

Safety and Storage

Store in the tightly closed original container in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight. Shelf life: 12 months from the date of production when stored as recommended. The product is classified as non-hazardous. Refer to the current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for safety, handling and transport information.

Note: The values in this data sheet are typical values and are not intended for use in preparing specifications. Users should test the product to determine its suitability for their specific application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Manta MF3 suited to formulations with high powder loading?

MF3 has a low viscosity of 1,000 – 2,000 mPa·s at 25 °C together with low activity and low shrinkage, which allows higher filler loadings. This makes it a base for low-viscosity encapsulating adhesives and high-hardness joint sealants.

What moisture scavenger should be added to MF3-based sealants?

A chemical moisture scavenger is required for formulation stability, and vinyltrimethoxysilane (Manta V31) is recommended. Moisture must be controlled during storage and processing, because the terminal silane groups hydrolyze to silanols and condense to form siloxane crosslinks.

Can Manta MF3 be combined with other Manta polymers?

Yes. MF3 can be blended with other Manta polymers and formulated as a one-component or two-component moisture-curing system using conventional mixing equipment. Formulation components are typically oil-soluble, since MF3 is practically insoluble in water.

Need a finished adhesive or sealant rather than the polymer? See our custom MS adhesives and sealants service.

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