1. Main Types of Sealant Production Lines
Silicone Sealants
- Acidic/Neutral Silicone Sealants: The production line adjusts pH (acidic or neutral curing) and formulations to produce products like architectural curtain wall sealants and window/door sealants. Acidic sealants cure quickly but may corrode metals, while neutral sealants are non-corrosive and suitable for substrates like glass and ceramics.
- Photovoltaic Silicone Sealants: Specifically designed for solar panel encapsulation, offering UV and high-temperature resistance (e.g., Huitian New Materials' 180,000-ton annual production line).
- Fire-Resistant Sealants: Single-component, medium-to-high modulus design with a fire resistance rating of up to 3 hours, used in firestop systems and fire-resistant windows.
Polyurethane Sealants
The production line utilizes high-shear dispersers and planetary mixers for high-viscosity material blending. Products exhibit high elasticity and weather resistance, making them suitable for automotive windshield bonding (e.g., 3M™ Polyurethane Sealant 590) and construction joint sealing.
Silane-Modified Polyether (SMP) Sealants
Highly resistant to UV and chemical corrosion, used for outdoor industrial equipment sealing (e.g., 3M™ 740 UV Sealant).
Anaerobic Sealants
Examples include Loctite 515 and 518 thread sealants, suitable for rigid flanges (gap ≤0.25mm), with fast curing for sealing pumps and gearboxes.
Specialty Functional Sealants
- Electronic Potting Compounds: Thermally conductive potting compounds for lithium battery cells (e.g., Huitian New Materials' products).
- Butyl Sealant Tapes: Used for waterproofing construction joints (e.g., 3M™ Weatherban™).
🏗️ 2. Core Application Areas
1. Construction & Curtain Wall Engineering
- Glass/Stone Curtain Walls: Silicone weatherproof sealants (movement capability ±20%~50%) ensure joint airtightness (e.g., Lingzhi LL806 weatherproof sealant).
- Door/Window Installation: Neutral silicone sealants for frame sealing, offering aging resistance and non-corrosiveness.
- Firestopping: Fire-resistant sealants for sealing pipe penetrations and duct gaps.
2. New Energy Sector
- Photovoltaics: Photovoltaic silicone sealants encapsulate solar panels, requiring high weather resistance (Huitian New Materials holds 45% market share).
- New Energy Vehicles: High-thermal-conductivity potting compounds for battery packs; polyurethane sealants for windshield bonding (meeting FMVSS 212 crash standards).
3. Industrial Manufacturing & Maintenance
- Automotive/Machinery: Anaerobic sealants for engine flange sealing (Loctite 518); silicone sealants for oil pan repairs (Loctite 5699).
- Electronics: Electronic adhesives for consumer electronics (e.g., Huitian New Materials supplies Xiaomi and VIVO).
- Pipeline Engineering: Thread sealants replace PTFE tape, withstanding high-pressure vibrations (Loctite 567/577).
4. Other Fields
- Aerospace: High-performance sealants for corrosion-resistant sealing of critical components.
- Green Packaging: Water-based sealants meet environmental requirements.