Tyre flexing
When a tyre is punctured, Ultra-Seal is forced against and around the puncturing object by the inner air pressure, thereby preventing air from escaping. If the puncturing object is thrown out of the tyre by centrifugal force or is pulled out, the air on the inside forces Ultra-Seal into the wound and immediately stops air loss. Special fibres entwine, forming a clot, then as the rubber recovers, aided by the flexing of the rotating tyre, the inner air pressure forces the clot well into and through the wound.
Once Ultra-Seal is exposed to outside air, a unique curing process begins. The repair extends well into and through the wound and once cured, provides a repair that is impervious to water (rain, snow, mud, etc.). The cured repair is then transposed into a positive rubberised seal, thereby protecting the inner casing and steel belts by preventing outside contaminants from leaching into the wound.
People often ask ‘If Ultra-Seal cures from exposure to outside air, then why does it not cure by the air inside of the tyre?’ As the vehicle is driven and the temperature of the tyre increases, a portion of Ultra-Seal’s liquid base evaporates within the tyres inner air cavity. As the tyre cools, the vaporised liquid condensates back into the formula. The inside air actually becomes part of the Ultra-Seal system.
The sealed air chamber prevents outside air from entering or inside air from escaping. Constant resetting of air pressure is not required. Tyres and air pressure can be adjusted with much longer intervals than those called for in standard Preventative Maintenance (PM) programmes.
What is Ultra-Seal made of?
Ultra-seal is nontoxic, can be washed off using water and in limited quantities can be flushed directly into the drain. Once the ingredients used in the compound meet the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) requirements, the product is not considered hazardous when used for its intended use.
Ultra-Seal is a thixotropic emulsion containing Thixogel™, various polymers, a complete rust and corrosion inhibiting system, anti-oxidants and multifarious fibres. More than 25 high-grade ingredients are blended into various proprietary manufacturing processes prior to becoming the world’s best tested and proven Tyre Life Extender. Thixogel™ is the proprietary attribute that prevents Ultra-Seal’s formulation from separating or migrating to the tread area. Thixogel™ allows Ultra-Seal to cling to the inner sidewalls and the entire inner surface. The centrifugal force that is created within a tyre travelling at high speed actually stretches the Thixogel™ - much like a rubber band - however, it will not pull the Ultra-Seal off the inner surface. Thixogel™ allows Ultra-Seal to withstand heat and the shear forces created within a rotating tyre. The thixotropic emulsion stretches and recovers under mild to severe exposure to the adverse forces and continuously clings to the inner surface of the tyre and rim and has the ability to provide protection for the tyre’s entire tread life.
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Ultra-Seal’s base is Ethanediol (Ethylene glycol). Ethylene glycol-based tyre sealants provide the best performance and reliability. Tests have proven that propylene glycol can only produce a temporary repair. It is a known fact that some tyre sealants’ chemical compositions become extremely toxic and a disposal hazard ‘after’ being used. Ultra-Seal will always remain environmentally friendly, even after driving. It shall always meet all the initial health / safety and MSDS requirements.
One of the most important attributes of Ultra-Seal Tyre Life Extender is that it contains a highly effective, environmentally friendly and proven rust inhibiting formula to protect all types of alloys and steel found in wheels and steel belts. Ultra-Seal has the ability to prevent the formation of rust and will inhibit any existing rust and corrosion. Ultra-Seal protection begins on the inside and protects throughout. Additionally, Ultra-Seal prevents outside contaminants from entering a tyre through a puncture site due to the sucking effect caused by tyre flexing.
How much Ultra-Seal is needed?
The correct amount of Ultra-Seal for vehicles travelling at highway speed has been scientifically calculated to provide the proper coating to the inner surface of the tyre-rim, allowing for absorption into the casing, while still maintaining a reserve. The correct amount can be found either by using the dosage calculator or the dosage chart.
The reserve (approximately 20% of the inserted amount) is extra Ultra-Seal that will shift and move. Only the reserve will settle to the bottom of the tyre when the vehicle stops. The reserve constantly redistributes as the tyre rotates, thereby continually providing an even coating. Each time a puncture occurs, a small amount of reserve is used.
