Swellseal 8V
Swellseal 8V
Swellseal 8V
Swellseal 8V
Expansive hydrophilic waterproofing strip for
sealing joints in tunnel segments, underground
precast elements, horizontal and vertical
construction joints and concrete to steel joints
Description
Field of Application
Advantages
Swellseal 8V has a proven track record in
concrete structures subject to high water
pressure.
The composition of the compound creates a
delayed initial swelling and makes Swellseal 8V
safe to install in insitu concrete applications.
Reversible swelling in case of wet-dry cycles
with fast renewed swelling after the first cycle.
Swelling capacity up to 8 times the original
volume in contact with water.
Will not sag when correctly placed.
Easy to install by nailing or gluing with
Swellseal Adhesives or MS Fixer.
Due to its flexibility and high swelling capacity,
Swellseal 8V can absorb small movements in
the construction.
Has a good all-round chemical resistance
(*) and can resist petroleum, mineral and
vegetable oils and greases.
Swellseal 8V has a good impact resistance.
For chemical resistances please contact your Grace
representative.
(*)
Application
1. Type Selection
Type F: For sealing joints between precast elements,
horizontal and vertical construction joints, pipe
penetrations and concrete to steel joints.
Type S: For sealing joints between precast tunnel
segments.
Swellseal 8V can only function properly in a confined
space. The expansion of Swellseal 8V will create a
certain pressure, installation in the middle of the joint is
preferred.
Installation during heavy rain or in prolonged contact
with water can result in a premature swelling of the
strip, which should be avoided.
Application surfaces should be level, dry, clean and
free of oils, dust and laitance, etc.
2. Nail Application (insitu concrete construction
joints)
Nail application is only recommended in insitu
concrete applications. For precast element and segment
applications, it is recommended to glue Swellseal 8V
strips due to concrete hardness.
Swellseal 8V should only be applied to level and
smooth surfaces. If possible, make a rebate of the
same width as the selected Swellseal 8V profile during
concrete pour using a wooden or metal strip. If this
rebate can not be made into the poured concrete surface
and the surface is rough, it is recommended to level the
surface with Swellseal Mastic WA before installation of
the Swellseal 8V strip.
When nailing the strip into place, use nails with
washers of a diameter smaller than the width of the
Swellseal 8V strip. Use 1 nail every 20 cm.
Slight tension should be applied to the waterproofing
strip during nailing to assure complete contact with the
joint surface. Do not stretch the strip during application
of this tension.
The applicator must ensure complete contact of the
strip with the joint surface during nailing. Pull the strip
to ensure the correct tension without overstretching
when nailing.
3. Application using MS Fixer (Dry or Moist
Concrete Substrates)
Apply a 5 x 10 mm bead of MS Fixer in the middle of
the joint.
Press the Swellseal 8V strip into the fresh MS Fixer.
Swellseal 8V strips can be installed around pipes, either
by adhesion with MS Fixer or by connecting the ends
with a steel wire.
Value
Norm
Swelling Ratio
Min. 8V
ASTM D471-75
Tensile Strength
ASTM D412
Elongation at Break
Approx. 220%
ASTM D412
Hardness Shore A
Approx. 50
ASTM D2240
Density
ASTM D471-75
Service Temperature
-50C to 75C
Appearance
Consumption
Green
Swellseal Type F
20 x 5, 20 x 10, 20 x 20 and up to
27 x 27 mm
Swellseal Type S
20 x 5 mm
b
a
a = 20 mm, b = 5 mm
Storage
c
d
e
b
Packaging
Roll Length
Cardboard Box
Pallet
Type F
20 x 5 mm
15 m
75 m
24 boxes
20 x 10 mm
10 m
50 m
24 boxes
20 x 20 mm
5m
20 m
24 boxes
27 x 27 mm
5m
20 m
18 boxes
15 mm
75 mm
24 boxes
Type S
20 x 5 mm
Accessories
To be ordered separately
Swellseal Mastic WA
MS Fixer
Swellseal Adhesive
Swellseal Adhesive P
Swellseal Adhesive S
(See respective Technical Data Sheets)
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