Tyfo® SCH-11UP Composite

using Tyfo® S Epoxy

DESCRIPTION
The Tyfo® SCH-11UP Composite is comprised
TYPICAL DRY FIBER PROPERTIES
of Tyfo® S Epoxy and Tyfo® SCH-11UP reinforcing Tensile Strength 580,000 psi (4.0 GPa)
fabric. Tyfo ® SCH-11UP is a custom, uni-
Tensile Modulus 34.8 x 10 6 psi (240 GPa)
directional carbon fabric. The Tyfo® S Epoxy is a
two-component epoxy matrix. Ultimate Elongation 1.7%
Density 0.065 lbs./in. (1.8 g/cm3)
3
USE
Tyfo® SCH-11UP Fabric is combined with Tyfo® Weight per sq. yd. 9.7 oz. (330 g/m 2)
epoxy to add strength to bridges, buildings, and
other structures.
COMPOSITE GROSS LAMINATE PROPERTIES
ADVANTAGES
ASTM TYPICAL
• Good high & low temperature properties
PROPERTY METHOD TEST VALUE DESIGN VALUE*
• Long working time
• High tensile modulus and strength Ultimate tensile strength in D-3039 154,000 psi (1062MPa) 130,900 psi (903 MPa)
• Ambient cure primary fiber direction, psi (2.05 kip/in. width) (1.74 kip/in. width)
• 100% solvent-free
Elongation at break D-3039 1.1% 0.93%
• Rolls can be cut to desired widths prior to
shipping

Tensile Modulus, psi D-3039 14.8 x 106 psi (102 GPa) 12.6 x 106 psi (86.9 GPa)

COVERAGE Ultimate tensile strength 90 D-3039 0 0

Approximately 800 sq. ft. surface area with 2 degrees to primary fiber, psi
to 2.5 units of
Tyfo ® S Epoxy and 1 roll of Tyfo ®
SCH-11UP Fabric when used with the Tyfo ® Laminate Thickness 0.014 in. (0.35mm) 0.014 in. (0.35mm)
Saturator.
* Design and specification values will vary based on individual project requirements and applicable safety factors. Contact Fyfe
Co. LLC engineers to determine appropriate specification values.
PACKAGING
Order Tyfo ® S Epoxy in 55-gallon (208L) drums
or pre-measured units in 5-gallon (19L) EPOXY MATERIAL PROPERTIES
containers. Tyfo ® SCH-11UP Fabric typically
shipped in 24” x 394 lineal foot (0.6m x 120 m ) Curing Schedule 72 hours post cure at 140o F (60o C).
rolls. Typically ships in 12” x 12” x 25” (300mm
ASTM TYPICAL
x 300mm x 635mm) boxes.
PROPERTY METHOD TEST VALUE*
EPOXY MIX RATIO Tg D-4065 180o F (82o C)
100.0 component A to 42.0 component B
by volume. (100 component A to 34.5 component
B by weight.) Tensile Strength1, psi D-638 10,500 psi
Type 1 (72.4 MPa)
SHELF LIFE
Epoxy - two years in original, unopened and Tensile Modulus, psi D-638 461,000 psi
properly stored containers. Type 1 (3.18 GPa)
Fabric - ten years in proper storage conditions.
Elongation Percent D-638 5.0%
STORAGE CONDITIONS Type 1
Store epoxy at 40 o to 90 o F (4 o to 32 o C).
Avoid freezing. Store rolls flat, not on ends, Flexural Strength, psi D-790 17,900 psi
at temperatures below 100o F (38o C). Avoid (123.4 MPa)
moisture and water contamination.
Flexural Modulus, psi D-790 452,000 psi
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE (3.12 GPa)

• Will be supplied upon request, complete 1

Testing temperature: 70o F (21o C) Crosshead speed: 0.5 in. (13mm)/min. Grips Instron 2716-0055 - 30 kips
with state and federal packaging laws * Specification values can be provided upon request.
with copy of labels used.
• Material safety data sheets will be supplied
upon request.
• Possesses 0% V.O.C. level.

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 HOW TO USE LIMITATIONS SHIPPING LABELS CONTAIN
Application temperature of the epoxy is a • State specification number with modifications,
THE TYFO® S COMPOSITE SYSTEM minimum 40o F (4o C) and maximum of 100o F if applicable
(38o C). DO NOT THIN, solvents will prevent • Component designation
DESIGN proper cure. • Type, if applicable
The Tyfo® System shall be designed to meet • Manufacturer’s name
specific design criteria. The criteria for each FIELD QUALITY CONTROL • Date of manufacture
project is dictated by the engineer of record and Record batch numbers for fabric and epoxy used • Batch name
any relevant building codes and/or guidelines. each day and note locations of installations. • State lot number, if applicable
The design should be based on the allowable Measure square feet of fabric and volume of • Directions for use
strain for each type of application and the design epoxy used each day. • Warnings or precautions required by law
modulus of the material. The Fyfe Co. LLC
engineering staff will provide preliminary design KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED.
at no obligation. CAUTION! NOT FOR INTERNAL CONSUMPTION.
CONSULT MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
INSTALLATION (MSDS) FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Tyfo® System to be installed by Fyfe Co. LLC COMPONENT A - Irritant: Prolonged KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
trained and certified applicators. Installation contact to the skin may cause irritation. Avoid FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY.
shall be in strict compliance with the Fyfe Co. eye contact.
LLC Quality Control Manual.
COMPONENT B - Irritant: Corrosive.
SURFACE PREPARATION Contact with skin may cause severe burns.
The required surface preparation is largely Avoid eye contact. Product is a strong
dependent on the type of element being sensitizer. Use of safety goggles and chemical
strengthened. In general, the surface must be resistant gloves recommended. Remove
clean, dry and free of protrusions or cavities, contaminated clothing. Avoid breathing vapors.
which may cause voids behind the Tyfo ® Use adequate ventilation. Use of an organic
composite. Column surfaces that will receive vapor respirator recommended.
continuous wraps typically require only a broom
cleaning. Discontinuous wrapping surfaces SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(walls, beams, slabs, etc.) typically require a light Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid contact with eyes
sandblast, grinding or other approved methods and skin. Use of an approved respirator with an
to prepare for bonding. Tyfo ® FibrAnchors™ are organic absorption cartridge is recommended
incorporated in some designs. The Fyfe Co. LLC for possible vapors. Rubber gloves, rubber
engineering staff will provide the proper specifications boots, and protective suits are recommended
and details based on the project requirements. for handling and application of this material.
Safety glasses or a face shield are recommended
MIXING to prevent eye contact.
For pre-measured units in 5-gallon containers,
pour the contents of component B into the FIRST AID
pail of component A. For drums, premix In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with
each component: 100.0 parts of component soap and water. For eye contact, flush
A to 42.0 parts of component B by volume (100 immediately with plenty of water; contact
parts of component A to 34.5 parts of component physician immediately. For respiratory
B by weight). Mix thoroughly for five minutes problems, remove to fresh air. Wash clothing
with a Tyfo® low speed mixer at 400-600 RPM before reuse.
until uniformly blended.
CLEANUP
APPLICATION Collect with absorbent material, flush with
Feed fabric through the Tyfo Saturator and
®
water. Dispose of in accordance with local
apply using the Tyfo® wrapping equipment or disposal regulations. Uncured material can be
approved hand methods (see data sheet on this removed with approved solvent. Cured materials
equipment). Hand saturation is allowable, can only be removed mechanically.
provided the epoxy is applied uniformly and
meets the specifications.

Fyfe Co. LLC

Tyfo® Fibrwrap® Systems
3940 Ruffin Road, Suite C, San Diego, CA 92123
Tel: 858.642.0694 Fax: 858.444.2982
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Statement of Responsibility: The technical information and application advice in this publication is based on the present state of our best scientific and practical knowledge.
As the nature of the information herein is general, no assumption can be made as to the product’s suitability for a particular use or application, and no warranty as to its
accuracy, reliability or completeness, either expressed or implied, is given other than those required by State legislation. The owner, his representative or the contractor is
responsible for checking the suitability of products for their intended use. Field service, where provided, does not constitute supervisory responsibility. Suggestions made
by the Fyfe Co., either verbally or in writing, may be followed, modified or rejected by the owner, engineer or contractor since they, and not the Fyfe Co., are responsible
for carrying out procedure appropriate to a specific application.
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