Product Data Sheet

Edition: 20/10/2014
Identification no. 020202010010000051
Version no: 2 GCC

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS

Sikadur-42 PC PLUS

Construction

3-Part Epoxy Grouting System for Pile Capping

Product
Description

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS is a solvent-free, high strength, castable, three-component,

solvent free, moisture tolerant, impermeable epoxy grouting system specially
designed for pile cap applications.
Suitable for use under tropical and hot climatic conditions.

Uses

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS can be used for the following applications;

Characteristics /
Advantages

High strength grouting and topping of concrete pile caps and pile heads
Structural filling of cavities in concrete
Pile top waterproofing

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS offers many benefits to the user:

Solvent-free
High early strength with excellent mechanical properties.
Watertight and waterproof
Moisture tolerant
Corrosion and chemically resistant to aggressive soils
Shrinkage-free hardening
Suitable for various waterproofing membranes and coatings (LAM)
Excellent adhesion to steel and concrete.

Product Data
Form

Components A + B: Resinous liquid

Component C: Powders and aggregates

Appearance / Colour

Mixed: Grey

Packaging

30 kg & 54.9 kg units (A+B+C), other packaging can be considered based on order
quantity

Storage
Storage Conditions

Store in dry conditions in original sealed packaging at temperatures between +5C

and +35C. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Shelf Life

Minimum 12 months from date of production if stored properly in original unopened,

sealed and undamaged packaging.

Technical Data
Chemical Base

Epoxy Resins and natural aggregates

Density (at 23C)

2.10 0.1 kg/lt (mixed)

Mixing Ratio

A : B : C = 5 : 1 : (40-48) parts by weight

Add component C according required consistency and desired application
behaviour.

Layer thickness
(per layer)

10 mm minimum 100 mm maximum

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Resistance to water

Nil:
Resistant to passage of water

Thermal Expansion
Coefficient

2.1 x 10 mm/mm/C (Temp. range -30C - +30C)

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3.8 x 10 mm/mm/C (Temp. range +24C - +100C)

Thermal Stability

Heat Deflection Temperature HDT:

HDT = +54C (7 days / +23C)

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Pot Life

~100 min at 20C

~ 70 min at 35C
~ 45 min at 40C

Full Cure (at 25C)

Approximate 14 days

(ASTM C531)

(ISO 75)

Mechanical /
Physical
Properties
Strengths (at 25C)
2

(ASTM C579)
(ASTM C579)

(ASTM C580)

~ 15 N/mm

(ASTM D638)

(Concrete failure)

Compressive strength

~ 65 N/mm @ 1 day
2
~ 95 N/mm @ 7 days

Flexural strength

~ 20 N/mm

Tensile Strength
Adhesion (on Concrete)

> 2.0 N/mm

(Product cured and tested at temperatures indicated. Typical values at 7days)

2

E-Modulus

20000 N/mm

Thermal Compatability

No delamination / pass

Exotherm Peak

~38C (at +25C)

Strength Development

Confirm the strength development by producing cubes on site and testing them for
compressive strength.

(Compressive)

(ASTM D695-96)
(ASTM C884)
(ASTM D 2471)

Application Details
Substrate Quality

Mortar and concrete should be cured for 21-28 days or, it must achieve a minimum
strength requirement as per ACI 503R recommendations, where a minimum
compressive strength of 20.70 Mpa and pull off strength greater than 1.20 Mpa.
Verify the substrate strength (concrete, natural stone etc.).
The substrate surface (all types) must be clean, dry and free from contaminants
such as dirt, oil, grease, existing surface treatments and coatings etc.
Steel substrates must be de-rusted to a standard equivalent to SA 2.5.
The substrate must be sound and all loose particles must be removed.
Substrate must be dry or mat damp and free from any standing water, ice etc.

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Substrate Preparation

Concrete, mortar, stone:

Substrates must be sound, dry, clean and free from laitance, ice, standing water,
grease, oils, old surface treatments or coatings and all loose or friable particles
must be removed to achieve a laitance and contaminant free, open textured
surface.
Steel:
Must be cleaned and prepared thoroughly to an acceptable quality standard
equivalent to SA 2.5 i.e. by blastcleaning and vacuuming. Avoid dew point
conditions. Surface and base plate contact area must be clean and sound. For best
results, the substrate shall be dry. Remove dust, laitance, oils, grease, curing
compounds, impregnations, waxes, foreign particles, coatings, and disintegrated
materials by mechanical means, i.e. chipping with a chisel, blastcleaning etc.
All anchor pockets or sleeves must be free of water. Apply grout immediately to
prevent re-oxidizing / rust formation.

Substrate Temperature

+8C min. / +40C max.

Application Temperature

+8C min. / +40C max.

Material Temperature

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS is recommended to be applied and mixed within a

temperature range between +18C and +32C. (As per ACI 351.1R-12)
Store material at temperatures of between 20C -25C (room temperature) for at
least 48 hours prior to its use.

Substrate Moisture
Content

4% pbw

Dew Point

Beware of condensation!
Substrate temperature during application must be at least 3C above dew point to
avoid condensation.

Application
Instructions
Mix Ratio

Standard pourable consistency : Solid / liquid ;Part (A + B) : C = 1 : 8 by weight

Highest flowable consistency : Solid / liquid ;Part (A + B) : C = 1 : 6.77 by weight

Mixing Time

Pour all of component B into the component A container. Mix

with a basket type stirrer connected to an electric mixer of low
speed (300-450 rpm). Mix thoroughly until uniformly blended
in colour and viscosity and avoid entraining air. Pour the
mixture into a suitable mixing vessel and slowly add component C (to keep air
entrapment at a minimum). Stir for approximately 5 minutes until mortar of a
homogeneous consistency is obtained.
Mix only that quantity which can be used within its potlife.
Note: Never mix only Component A and B without adding component C (as the
exothermic reaction between A and B alone generates excess heat)

Application Methods/
Tools

Prior to application, allow the mix to stand for a short time to allow entrained air to
escape.

The consistency of the Sikadur -42 PC PLUS epoxy grout system requires the use
of forms to contain the material on top of pile head or pile cap and around base
plates. In order to prevent leakage or seepage, all of these formers must be sealed.

Pour the Sikadur -42 PC PLUS mortar onto the pile cap surface or into a prepared
opening (hopper) and maintain enough static pressure to achieve the desired flow.
The mortar may be spread by steel trowel to the required thickness levels. Ensure
that entrapped air can easily escape.
Large volumes have to be poured in layers. Pour next layer as soon as the
previously applied layer has hardened and started to cool.
Allow the grout to harden and set prior to removal of formwork
Opened containers (Comp A & B) must be closed immediately after use.

Cleaning of Tools

Clean all tools and application equipment with Sika Colma Cleaner immediately
after use. Hardened/cured material can only be mechanically removed.
Sweep excess grout into appropriate containers for disposal before it has hardened.
Dispose of in accordance with applicable local regulations.

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Notes on Application /
Limitations

Do not thin with solvents. Solvents will prevent proper curing and change
mechanical properties.

Sikadur -42 PC PLUS is a vapour barrier when cured.

Cold ambient, substrate or material temperatures will influence the curing and flow

characteristics of Sikadur -42 PC PLUS.

Do not subject cured epoxy grout to sudden temperature changes especially during
early curing stages.
Protect from direct sunlight. The higher the temperature of the product the quicker
the reaction time and the shorter the potlife.
For large or specific grouting projects please contact Sika Technical Services
Department for advice.

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Value Base

All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control

Local Restrictions

Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of this
product may vary from country to country. Please consult the local Product Data
Sheet for the exact description of the product uses.

Health and Safety

Information

For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical
products, users shall refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet containing
physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related data

Legal Notes

The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application

and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sika's current
knowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled and
applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sikas recommendations. In
practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such
that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose,
nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred
either from this information, or from any written recommendations, or from any other
advice offered. The user of the product must test the products suitability for the
intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties
of its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders
are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product
concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.

All products are manufactured under a management system certified to conform to the requirements of the
quality, environmental and occupational health & safety standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

Sika UAE L.L.C

P.O. Box 126212
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
Phone: +971 4 4398200
info@ae.sika.com
http://gcc.sika.com

Sika Gulf B.S.C (c)

P.O. Box 15776
Adliya,
Kingdom of Bahrain
Phone: +973 17738 188
sika.gulf@bh.sika.com
http://gcc.sika.com

Sika Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd

P.O. Box 112356,
Jeddah 21371,
Saudi Arabia
Phone: +966 2 692 7079
jeddah@sa.sika.com
http://gcc.sika.com
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