Product Data Sheet

Edition 10/02/2011
Identification No:
01 03 0202 003 0000001
Sikadur®-32

Sikadur®-32
Epoxy Resin Bonding Agent

Product Description Sikadur®-32 is a high performance bonding agent based on a 2-component solvent
free epoxy resin ideally suited to a wide range of building and civil engineering
applications.
Uses
Construction

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„ Sikadur -32 may be used to bond all types of construction materials including
concrete, brick, stone, mortar, GRC, fibrous cement, wood, iron, steel and cured
epoxy mortars.
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„ Sikadur -32 exhibits excellent adhesion enabling it to be successfully employed
in both structural and non-structural situations.
„ Damp proof membrane
„ Crack injection 5 – 10mm

Characteristics /
Advantages „ Easy to apply
„ Excellent adhesion to most building materials even when damp
„ Insensitive to moisture during application, cure or whilst in service
„ Workable at low temperatures
„ Colour coded components to ensure correct mixing
„ Solvent free
„ Vapour impermeable
„ Bonds wet concrete or mortar to dry or hardened materials

Product Data
Colours Grey (mixed) Part A: White Part B: Black
Packaging Part A+B: Linked 5 kg ready to mix units

Storage
Storage Conditions / Shelf- 24 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged original packaging
Life in dry and cool conditions at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C.

Technical Data
Chemical Base Epoxy resin
Density 1.4 kg/l (part A & B mixed)
Solid Content ~ 100% (by volume) / ~ 100% (by weight)
Layer thickness 0.5mm minimum
1.0mm maximum
Change of volume Shrinkage: hardens without shrinkage

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Mechanical / Physical
Properties
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Compressive Strength 70 N/mm
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Flexural Strength 35 N/mm
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Tensile Strength 20 N/mm
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Bond Strength Concrete: typically 2.0 – 3.0 N/mm (concrete failure)
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Steel: typically 18 N/mm (epoxy failure)

Application Details
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Consumption 0.7 – 1.4kg/m typically (0.5mm – 1.0mm)

Substrate Quality Mortar and concrete must be older than 28 days (depends on minimal requirement of
strengths).
Verify the substrate strength (concrete, masonry, natural stone).
The substrate surface (all types) must be clean, sound, dry and free from
contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, existing surface treatments and coatings etc.
Steel substrates must be cleaned to a bright metal finish.
Cement laitance must be removed.
Timber substrates must be cleaned to expose original sound timber.
Substrate Preparation Concrete, brickwork, mortar substrates:
Mechanically prepare surfaces by suitable approved techniques such as needle
gunning, scabbling, bush hammering, water/grit blasting etc.
Feather edging should be avoided. The edges should be square cut to at least the
recommended minimum application thickness of the product.

Steel substrate:
Prepare surfaces by removing old coatings, rust products, grease, oil etc by suitable
mechanical equipment. Apply Sikadur®-32 within 4 hours or protect reinforcement
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with Sika Armatec 110 EpoCem

Timber:
Mechanically sand or plane timber surfaces.

Application Conditions /
Limitations
Substrate Temperature +5°C min. / +30°C max.
Ambient Temperature +5°C min. / +30°C max.

Application Instructions

Mixing Do not part mix

Mixing Time
Pre-batched units:
Mix parts A+B together for at least 2 minutes with a mixing spindle or paddle mixer
attached to a slow speed electric drill (max. 600 rpm) until the material becomes
smooth in consistency and a uniform grey colour. Avoid aeration while mixing. Mix
only that quantity which can be used within its potlife.
Apply immediately.

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Application Method / Tools
Apply a thin layer of Sikadur®-32 to the prepared substrate by brush or roller.
Ensure the product is worked well (scrubbed) into the substrate. This is
particularly important on damp surfaces. Ensure the attainment of an overall
glossy sheen. Any shear connectors or similar must also be coated.
Apply the fresh concrete or mortar whilst the Sikadur®-32 is still tacky.
If Sikadur®-32 dries before application reapply.
Apply epoxy mortars within 24 hours.
When used as an impervious barrier apply a minimum of two coats @ 1.0 mm/coat
Cleaning of Tools Clean all tools and application equipment with Thinner C immediately after use.
Hardened and/or cured material can only be removed mechanically.
Potlife Temperature Pot Life (min) Open Time (hrs)
0ºC - -
5ºC 120 >3
10ºC 60 >3
20ºC 25 3
30ºC 15 1
All above values are approximate

Notes on Application / • Do not apply Sikadur®-32 to surfaces with standing water.

Limitations
• Maximum moisture content of the concrete 10%
• Do not mix part kits
• Do not add solvent or additional fillers to the mix
• At higher temperature pot life will be shortened
• At lower temperatures the material will become more difficult to apply and
take longer to harden
• Thinner C is flammable – NO NAKED FLAMES
• Always ensure good ventilation when applying in a confined space
• It is important to observe proper concreting practice when applying
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concrete toppings and screeds on substrates coated with Sikadur -32 as a
bonding agent. Correct placement and curing techniques must be observed
to prevent excessive and rapid drying of the mix which could cause
cracking or curling.

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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 application fields.

Health and Safety 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
Information 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 Sika’s recommendations. In
Construction

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 product’s 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.

Sika Limited
Watchmead
Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire
AL7 1BQ
United Kingdom
Phone +44 1707 394444
Telefax +44 1707 329129 Certificate No. EMS 4308 Certificate No. FM 12504
www.sika.co.uk
email: sales@uk.sika.com
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