Database Of Aquarium Safe Silicone (Add Your Aquarium Safe Product)

[ckmullin]

Updated: Started list of 'Death Tank' products. Know of anymore? Drop me a line so I can add it.



I've started this topic in hopes that a neat and organized list be compiled of aquarium safe silicone. Such info is spread all over AA in many posts.

When adding your own listing, please include the following:

1. The product name in text form
2, A picture of the tube that shows the name of the product
3. A picture of the product's use area which states 'safe for aquarium use'
4. A picture of the product's upc

I've mainly asked for pictures as it is more quickly referenced than a text list of names and numbers. However I also asked the products name in text form so that specific brand can still be found with a search.

I've never needed (yet) to use silicone in an aquarium environment so I cannot add any data. I'll leave it up for the members @ AA to populate this topic. If you have this information and don't want to post yourself, pm me with pictures and I'll add everything in this one post with credit shown as to who added what products.


Order in times of posted or pm'd with info.
( special note: please take under consideration using a product as a sealant / product as an adhesive and choose the best for your purpose, a tank repair or a full new tank build...a kind reminder by jcdg)
( special note: please avoid anything that says mold resistant or similar)

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Products suitable for aquarium use

1. GE 100% Silicon 1 for Windows and Doors (kindly added by jeremoose and Sprucegruve)

http://www.homehardw... caulking&Num=0

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3. LePage Extreme Repair Adhesive (All Temperature) (kindly added by jeanie 1978 and Sprucegruve)

http://www.lepagepro...il.aspx?pid=132

( tip: it's been noted that this is on the expensive side...the craft store Micheal's has 40%-50% off coupons every week in their flyer...if they sell this product you've saved a bundle!)

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4. Momentive RVT-108 (clear) (kindly added by jcgd)

http://www.mgchemica...oducts/108.html

Alberta distributor: http://www.mgchemica...tors_ca_al.html

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5. Momentive RVT-103 (black) (kindly added by jcgd)

http://www.mgchemica...oducts/103.html

Alberta distributor: http://www.mgchemica...tors_ca_al.html

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6. Dap Household/Aquarium Adhesive Sealant (clear) (added by myself)

http://www.dap.com/p...=67&SubcatID=27

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7. Rade Silicone Adhesive (kindly added by cainechow)
Where to Buy: Calgary Fasteners less than $8.00
Data Sheet: http://www.siliconef...onstruction.pdf

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Products not suitable for aquarium use

aka 'Tank of Death' !

1. GE 100% Silicon II for Windows and Doors

http://www.caulkyour...ow-and-door.php

This is not recommened as it has a mold free additive which is deadly in an aquatic environment.

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2. to be added

Edited November 1, 2014 by ckmullin

[jeremoose]

Excellent idea for a thread.

GE 100% Silicone 1 for Windows and Doors

[jamesbarr]

weathershield clear silicone

http://www.homehardware.ca/en/rec/index.htm/Paint-D%C3%A9cor/Painting-Supplies/Caulk-Coatings-Seals/Caulking/Silicone/300mL-Clear-Silicone-Sealant/_/N-2pqfZ67l/Ne-67n/No-24/Ntk-All_EN/R-I2031205?Ntt=silicone+caulking&Num=0

[jeanie1978]

Awesome idea!! Not all of them say they are aquarium friendly unless you call the company.

LePage Extreme Repair Adhesive (All Temperature)

UPC : 061083630072

Cures: 48 hours.

Edited March 17, 2012 by jeanie1978

[jcgd]

While GE1 works just fine and is safe, I would personally not use it for an adhesive for assembling aquariums. Any other use, go for it, but be clear that is is a SEALANT and not an adhesive. For building aquariums I recommend an adhesive type silicone such as Momentive RVT-108. If you want black try RVT-103.

Specifications

Use - Adhesive Sealant

Special Feature - High tensile strength

Standards - FDA 21CFR 177.2600 MIL-A-46106

UL Recognized

UL File No. E-36952 - UL 94 HB

NSN - 8030-01-014-5369

Cross Reference - RTV 102, DC 732

GE Silicone National Stock Number 5962-01-050-0919 8040-00-701-9546 8040-00-843-0802 8040-01-010-8758 8040-01-173-9815 8040-01-041-1422

Uncured Properties

Consistency - Paste

Color - Translucent

Specific Gravity - 1.05

Tack Free Time - 20 min

Cure Through Time -

( 77°F / 50% relative humidity / 1/8" thick) 7 days Cure Time -

(@ 77°F /50% relative humidity) 3 days Useful Temp. Range - -60°C to 205°C

(-75°F to 400°F)

Cured Properties - MECHANICAL

Hardness - 30 (Shore A)

Tensile Strength - 28 kg/cm² (400 psi) Elongation - 450%

Tear Strength - 8 kg/cm (45 lb/in)

Peel Strength - 7 kg/cm (40 lb/in)

Edited March 17, 2012 by jcgd

[ckmullin]

list updated

[geleen]

Very informative. How about making this a sticky?

J

[Vallisneria]

It is a sticky

[jamesbarr]

got a question about this RVT-103. Ive heard about it in several different places when I was looking at relining my tank. Whats so special about this stuff? Is it a tape? All I can seem to gather is that its supposed to be very tough

[ckmullin]

got a question about this RVT-103. Ive heard about it in several different places when I was looking at relining my tank. Whats so special about this stuff? Is it a tape? All I can seem to gather is that its supposed to be very tough

Never used but from reading it seems to be a paste sort of product. Very strong so used for making aquarium etc than just a sealing product.

[ckmullin]

Updated list with Death Tank products. pm me if you have others and I'll add it.

[cainechow]

Suitable: GE SCS1200 construction grade silicone adhesive.

Where to Buy: Calgary Fasteners less than $8.00

Data Sheet: http://www.siliconeforbuilding.com/pdf/speciality/Data_Sheet_SCS1200_Construction.pdf

Edit: Added data sheet link

Edited June 12, 2012 by cainechow

[Burbot]

Any brand that is 100% silicone...

[ckmullin]

Any other member have a product to add?

[Iceturf]

What about Dap 100% window and Door sealant? I thought I read it is a good choice for aquarium safe silicone.

About 5$ from Totem, there are 2 similar types so steer clear of the mould resistant stuff.

Edited December 30, 2012 by Iceturf