Product Data Sheet

Edition: 14/04/2016
Identification no.
Version no: UAE
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Sika -Waterstop G

Sika®-Waterstop G
PVC Joint Sealing Profiles
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Product Description Sika -Waterstop G are flexible, soft PVC-Waterstops that seal construction and
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expansion joints in concrete structures. Sika -Waterstop G is available in different
sizes and types, depending on their use.
Suitable for use in hot and tropical climates.
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Uses Sika -Waterstop G are used to seal construction and expansion joints in water
retaining structures such as reservoirs, water towers, dams, spillways, canals,
swimming pools sewage tanks etc. as well as to keep water out of concrete
structures such as basements, underground car parks, tunnels, subways, retaining
walls etc.
Advantages  High quality PVC for long durability
 Suitable for high water pressure
 Easy to weld on site
 Many different sizes and types available, depending on their use

Tests
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Standards / Approvals Sika -Waterstop G have been tested in accordance with: ASTM D 2240 and BS
2782

Product Data
Form Preformed profiles
Colour Yellow
Packaging 15 m rolls

Storage
Storage Conditions Store in cool and dry conditions in unopened original sealed packaging at
temperatures between +5°C and +35°C. Protect from direct sunlight.
Shelf Life 36 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged and unopened
original sealed packaging.

Technical Data
Chemical Base Polyvinylchloride
Density (at 23°C) ~ 1.5 kg/lt (ASTM D 792)
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Tensile strength at break 10 N/mm (±1) (BS 2782 :Part 3 : Method 320 A)
Elongation at break > 250% (BS 2782 :Part 3 : Method 320 A)
Shore A Hardness 75 (± 5) (ASTM D 2240)

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Types Uses Type Width Roll Nom.
cm length Thickness
m mm (±10%)
Centrally placed Waterstop
IC-15HD 15 15 10

2.5 – 6.0

For Construction joints

IC-20 20 15

IC-20HD 20 15 10

IC-25 25 15 3.0 - 6.0

IC-25HD 25 15 10

IE-15 15 15 3.0 – 6.0

For Expansion joints

IE-20 20 15 2.5 - 6.0

IE-25 25 15 3.0 – 6.0

Externally placed
For Construction joints

Waterstop
EC-20 20 15 3.0

EC-25 25 15 3.0
For Expansion joints

EE-20 20 15 3.0

EE-25 25 15 3.0

Chemical Resistance Permanent: Water, seawater and sewage, road salt solutions.
Temporarily: Dilute inorganic alkalis, mineral acids and mineral oils.

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Application Details
Application Method / Centrally Placed Waterstops
Tools Installation in the centre of the concrete structures. Easy fixing of
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Sika -Waterstop G to reinforcement using tie wires.

Externally placed Waterstops

Installation on the surface of the formwork or on the surface of the base/dry lean
concrete.

Welding
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Sika -Waterstop G are made from high quality thermoplastic PVC and can
therefore be welded easily.
The ends are secured in a welding jig (available for each type) and heated with
suitable welding equipment (also available), until an even, molten bead of PVC
appears.
The welding equipment is then removed and the molten ends pressed together
firmly.
The welding temperature is approximately +200°C.

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 All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Value Base Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control
Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of this
Local Restrictions 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 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.
The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application
Legal Notes 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
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.

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 LLC Sika Gulf B.S.C Sika Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd
P.O. Box 126212 Building 925, Road 115 Obaikan Building
Dubai Sitra Area 601 Al-Zahra
United Arab Emirates Adliya, Kingdom of Bahrain Jeddah 23522-4522
Phone: +971 4 4398200 Phone: +973 17738 188 Saudi Arabia
Fax: +971 4 4393606 Fax: +973 17732 476 Phone: +966 2 692 7079
info@ae.sika.com sika.gulf@bh.sika.com Fax: +966 2 692 1272
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