DIT SIT

Self adhesive alluminium backed Butyl sealing tape.

Colours

Black

Sizes
50mm x 2m

Features & benefits

Bostik Dit-Sit is a high quality self adhesive butyl sealing tape backed with a durable, corrosion resistant aluminium foil that creates a watertight, draught proof seal on almost any surface. It has a strong permanent tack allowing it to bond to a wide variety of surfaces. It is ideal for sealing and repairing of metal sheeting, water tanks, down pipes and gutters. Also suitable to use as a flashing on parapet walls, chimneys and pipe-vents. It is ideal for sealing and repairing of holes, gaps and overlaps in galvanized roof sheeting, valley gutters, down pipes, roof screws, window frames, ridging, metal boxes, radiator pipes, galvanized buckets, watering cans, water tanks, tents, tarpaulins, sheds and kennels. Adheres well to soft and hard PVC, coated and uncoated wood, some hard plastics, polyacrylates, polycarbonates, ABS, expanded polystyrene, plaster, cork, stone, leather, concrete, glass, metals like galvanized steel, stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, copper, ceramics, porcelain, soft and hard vinyl, soft and rigid rubber, fibreglass, brickwork, etc. Not suitable on wet surfaces. Not to be used for sealing high-pressure systems. Not suitable on plastics such as polypropylene, polyethylene and teflon.

For ease of application, Bostik Dit-Sit is supplied in rolls that are interleaved with a disposable release form. Can be painted to provide a colour matched finish.

Technical information

Bostik DIY South Africa Protect - Dit Sit Technical Data Sheet.pdf (440 KB)

Bostik DIY South Africa Protect - Dit Sit Safety Data Sheet.pdf (72.83 KB)

How to use

  • Surfaces to be bonded must be clean, structurally sound, dry and free from dust, dirt, oil, rust and loose material.
  • Unroll the tape and measure the correct length for the area to be sealed.
  • Cut the tape ensuring a 40mm overlap.
  • Allow the tape to warm in the sun before application.
  • Peel the release paper back from one end and press the tape firmly onto the surface.
  • Removing the backing tape as you proceed.
  • On angles and grooves press firmly into the angle or groove first.
  • For a smooth finish, press tape with a rubber hand roller, working from the center outwards, remove any air bubbles and creases ensuring firm contact is made with the surface.
  • The aluminium foil backing must not be removed.

FAQs

I need more technical advice on this product?

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What is the shelf life of the adhesive i bought and where can i store it?

The shelf life of adhesives varies from product to product, but typically ranges between one and two years from the date of manufacture when unopened and stored correctly in dry conditions - usually between +5°C and +25°C. Once opened, the life of the product will be more limited – this is dictated by variables including the type of adhesive, how it is stored, and how much adhesive is left unused. For more information, refer to the product’s Technical Data Sheet.

How do I clean my applicator tools?

Wet and dried adhesive on applicator tools can be cleaned with acetone, thinners or parrafin. Please refer to the Technical Data Sheet of the specific product for more information.

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