Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant vs. the Competition

Q: What cure system and application purpose does Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant support?

It is a one-part, neutral-cure, moisture-curing silicone adhesive/sealant for new construction and renovation. It is designed for both structural and nonstructural glazing and general weathersealing.

Q: What movement capability does Dow Corning® 795 provide, and what validation is referenced?

Dow Corning 795 accommodates movement up to ±50% in a properly designed weatherseal joint (±25% in a properly designed structural glazing joint). SWRI validation for ±50% movement capability is stated.

Q: How does Dow Corning® 795 compare with competitors regarding ASTM C-1184 listing and structural glazing support?

Dow Corning 795 meets ASTM C-1184 and is supported for both 2- and 4-sided structural glazing. The comparison table shows several competitors as not listed on data sheets or limited in structural support.

Nov 2, 2026

Uploaded by Indoniesian Boy

Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant vs. the Competition provides a performance-focused comparison of Dow Corning 795 against competing silicone sealants across multiple criteria. It highlights one-part, neutral-cure moisture-curing behavior, durable flexibility, structural and nonstructural glazing support, and movement capability up to ±50% with SWRI validation. The document contrasts adhesion, ASTM C-1184 status, tensile strength/modulus, durometer, and product suitability for structural glazing and weathersealing applications.

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Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant vs. the Competition

Proven Performance That Can’t Be Beat

How the Competition Compares

S I L I C O N E S E A L A N T C O M P A R I S O N G U I D E Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant vs. the Competition | Tremco | GE | | | Pecora | Sika | Degussa | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Spectrem®
2 | SilPruf®
SCS 2000 | UltraPruf® II
SCS 2900 | UltraGlaze®
SSG 4000 | Pecora
895 | SikaSil®-C
995 | Sonneborn®
Sonolastic® 150 | Proven Performance That Can’t Be Beat Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant is a one-part, neutral-cure, adhesive/sealant for new construction and renovation applications. It cures upon exposure to atmospheric moisture to produce a durable, flexible seal. For structural and nonstructural glazing as well as general weathersealing applications, Dow Corning 795 Silicone Building Sealant can’t be beat. • Strong enough to support glass and other panel materials under high windload and flexible enough to accommodate thermal movement • The standard for silicone structural glazing – approved for both 2-and 4-sided structural glazing • Accommodates movement up to ±50% in a properly designed weatherseal joint (±25% in a properly designed structural glazing joint) • SWRI validation of ±50% movement capability • Primerless adhesion to most building substrates; compatible with two-part silicone insulating glass seals • Ideal for structural and nonstructural glazing of glass, metal and plastic; for adhering stiffeners to building panels, and for adhering Dow Corning® 123 Silicone Seal • Excellent for general weatherproofing applications, including perimeter sealing of door and window frames • Lower staining potential than many silicone sealants • A long history of success – in use since 1980 • The assurance of a 20-year limited weathersealing and structural warranties • Backed by Dow Corning Corporation, a global silicone technology leader with a reputation for superior technical support and one of the best warranty programs in the business How does the competition compare? Turn the page and see for yourself… Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant vs. the Competition1 | | Dow Corning® 795
Silicone Building Sealant | Tremco
Spectrem® 2 | GE
SilPruf® SCS 2000 | GE
UltraPruf® II SCS 2900 | GE
UltraGlaze® SSG 4000 | Pecora 895 | Sika
SikaSil®-C 995 | Degussa
Sonneborn® Sonolastic® 150 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Type | One-part, moisture-cure silicone; methoxy cure system | One-part, neutral-cure silicone; oxime cure system
(High free fluid level; >20% free fluid content.) | One-part, neutral-cure silicone; alkoxy cure system | One-part, neutral-cure silicone; methoxy cure system
(Contains free silicone fluids; 18.7% extractables, compared with <10% for Dow Corning 795 Sealant.) | One-part, neutral-cure silicone; alkoxy cure system | One-part, neutral-cure silicone; oxime cure system
(Fluid-filled) | One-part, moisture-cure silicone | One-part silyl-terminated polyether; moisture cure | | Intended Use | Structural glazing
Nonstructural glazing
Weathersealing | Structural glazing Nonstructural glazing Weathersealing | Structural glazing Nonstructural glazing Weathersealing Impact glazing | Weathersealing
(Not permitted for structural glazing.) | Structural glazing Weathersealing | Structural glazing Nonstructural glazing Weathersealing | Nonstructural glazing Weatherproofing | Nonstructural glazing
Weathersealing
(Not permitted for structural glazing; lack of adhesion to glass after 1000 hours of QUV exposure makes the product unsuitable for wet glazing.) | | Supported for 2-and 4-Sided Structural Glazing | Yes | 2-sided only | Yes | Not applicable | Unknown | Yes | No | Not applicable | | Meets ASTM C-1184
(Standard specification for structural silicone sealants) | Yes | Not listed on data sheet | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | | Movement Capability | ±50% | Mfr claims ±50% movement; failed both ±50 and ±25% when tested at Dow Corning perASTM C

FAQs

What cure system and application purpose does Dow Corning® 795 Silicone Building Sealant support?

It is a one-part, neutral-cure, moisture-curing silicone adhesive/sealant for new construction and renovation. It is designed for both structural and nonstructural glazing and general weathersealing.

What movement capability does Dow Corning® 795 provide, and what validation is referenced?

Dow Corning 795 accommodates movement up to ±50% in a properly designed weatherseal joint (±25% in a properly designed structural glazing joint). SWRI validation for ±50% movement capability is stated.

How does Dow Corning® 795 compare with competitors regarding ASTM C-1184 listing and structural glazing support?

Dow Corning 795 meets ASTM C-1184 and is supported for both 2- and 4-sided structural glazing. The comparison table shows several competitors as not listed on data sheets or limited in structural support.

Nov 2, 2026

Uploaded by Indoniesian Boy