Specification of Sika Waterbar / waterstop waterproofing
Waterstop
Specification
DESCRIPTION
Sika Waterbar waterproofing material is made from flexible thermoplastic PVC. Sika Waterbar is designed to stop migration of water through construction and expansion joints in concrete structures. Sika Waterbar is available in various sizes and profiles to suit all types of applications.
USES
For the effective sealing of concrete constructions and expansion joints in structures such as:
• basements
• Water reservoirs
• wastewater treatment plant
• Swimming pool
• retaining walls
• Lift shaft
• Tunnel, sewer
CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES
• Sealing starts as soon as the concrete has hardened
• Multi profile rib provides water penetrability resistance
Can be easily site welded - (blade welding available)
• good chemical resistance
• There are various types of profiles for all types of applications
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical Base Polyvinyl Chloride
Packaging 20 m & 15 m rolls
Appearance / Colour Flexible Strip / Yellow
Storage Conditions Store in dry, shaded place (protected from sunlight)
Density ~1.40 kg/ L (BS2782:620)
Water Absorption ~0.04 % (at 23 °C) (BS EN ISO 62:1999)
Thermal Stability Minimum 70 (Congo Red test at 180 °C) (BS2782:130A)
Welding Temperature ~180 °C
Service Temperature -35 °C to +55 °C