Conbextra EP65 constructive solutions

Free flowing epoxy resin grout

Uses
Suitable for use in situations where heavy dynamic or mobile
loads are encountered. The gap between a base plate and
substrate will need to be filled in such applications as
reciprocating machinery, testing equipment, heavy crane and
transporters rails, high speed turbines, centrifuges and drop
forges.
Also for use in conditions where chemical spillage may be
encountered. Typical situations could be met in steelworks,
refineries, electroplating works and chemical plants.
Exotherm
Conbextra EP65 epoxy systems will develop an increase in
temperature on mixing. Its extent will be a function of the
volume to surface ratio, the ambient temperature as well as
the mass and thermal conductivity of the surrounding
materials. Contact Fosroc for specific data on the product.
Typical on-plate shutter system
Removable hopper: For larger pours the grout may be
hand placed or pumped into a removable hopper (trough).

Advantages
 Suitable to fill gaps from 35 mm to 65 mm.

 Low creep characteristics under sustained loading.

 Resistant to repetitive dynamic loads.

 Non-shrink and hence ensures complete surface contact

and bond.

 High compressive, tensile and flexural strengths.

 Withstands a wide range of chemicals.

 Low exotherm epoxy grout .

Technical Support
Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,
high quality construction products. Fosroc offers a technical Specification clauses
support package to specifiers and contractors as well as
technical advice from staff with unrivalled experience in the Supplier Specification
industry. All epoxy resin grouting where shown on the drawings,
must be carried out using Conbextra EP65 product
Description manufactured by Fosroc and used in accordance with the
manufacturer’s data sheet.
Conbextra EP65 range of epoxy resin based products is
designed for free-flow grouting of gaps from approximately 35 Limitations
- 65 mm. Where higher thicknesses are involved please
consult your local Fosroc office i.e. base plate plinths, etc. Failure to comply may lead to
crack development in the grout.
Conbextra EP65 three component systems consisting of
base resin, liquid hardener and specially graded inert fillers o
Conbextra EP65, at temperatures below 20 C the cure rate
are supplied in the correct mix proportions designed for may be slow, but will go to completion provided the
whole pack mixing on site and no other materials should be o
temperature remains above 5 C.
added.
Careful planning of shuttering should be made to reduce
Chemical Resistance exposed surfaces of epoxy grout and shoulders to an
absolute minimum. Exposure to cyclic temperature
Conbextra EP65 product is resistant to oil, grease, fats, most changes is likely to cause cracking and peeling in
chemicals, mild acids and alkalis, fresh and sea water. unrestrained grout. Please contact Fosroc for further
Consult Fosroc’s Technical Department when exposure to details.
solvents or concentrated chemicals is anticipated.
Properties

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Test Method Typical Mixing
Results
3
Density (kg/m ) 2050 Pour all the contents of the hardener pack into the base
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Compressive strength @ 40 C container. Mix using a slow speed power mixer until
2
(N/mm ) ASTM C579: homogeneous.
3 days 91
7 days 99 Pour all the mixed liquid into a container then add all the
28 days 105 filler gradually. Mix using a slow speed power mixer for two
2 minutes or until a uniform colour is achieved in the grout.
Tensile strength (N/mm )
ASTM C307, 7 days: 15
Flexural strength (N/mm )
2 Placing
ASTM C580, 7 days: 25
Modulus of elasticity The mixed grout should be poured steadily from one side
2
(KN/mm ) ASTM C580, 7 days: 15.0 only to eliminate the entrapment of air.
Linear shrinkage (%)
ASTM C531, 7 days: 0.08 Continuous grout flow is essential.
Linear coefficient of thermal
-6 o Sufficient grout must be available prior to starting.
expansion 10 (mm/mm C)
ASTM C531: 42
The time taken to pour a batch should be regulated to the
Linear shrinkage of cured material
time taken to prepare the next batch.
ASTM D2566: 0.0002
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Pot life at 40 C ASTM D2471 (min): 80 Flow Characteristics
Peak exothermic temperature
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at 40 C (ASTM D2471): 37 The maximum distance of flow is governed by the gap
Water absorption (%) thickness, the head of grout applied and the ambient
ASTM C413: 0.14 temperature. The following table gives typical data for flow
design.
Application Instructions
Gap thickness Hydrostatic Maximum
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Preparation C (mm) head (mm) flow (mm)
35 35 100 1200
Foundation surface 35 70 100 2000

All contact surfaces must be free from oil, grease, free Cleaning
standing water or any loosely adherent material. Concrete
surfaces should be cut back to a sound base. All dust All tools and equipment should be cleaned immediately
must be removed and bolt-holes or fixing pockets blown after use with Fosroc Solvent 102. Spillages should be
clean of any dirt or debris. absorbed with sand or sawdust and disposed in
accordance with local regulations.
Steel surfaces
Estimating
All steel surfaces should be shot blasted free of rust and flaky
mill scale 2½. Cleaned surfaces may be protected by the Supply Yield
application of Nitoprime 28. Conbextra EP65: 16 kg 8 litres
92 kg 46 litres
Formwork
Bulk packaging is available.
The formwork should be constructed to be leakproof as
Conbextra EP65 product is free flowing grouts. Loss of grout Storage
once the material is placed, but not hardened, will result in
incomplete filling of the gap. Conbextra EP65 product has a shelf life of 12 months if kept
o
in dry conditions at 25 C.
For free flow grout conditions it is essential to provide a
hydrostatic head of grout. To achieve this a feeding hopper
system should be used.

For deep section placing in inaccessible, extended widths

chains may be used to encourage lateral movement and
complete filling of the gap, thus eliminating air pockets. For
further information please contact Fosroc for specific advice.

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Precautions Additional Information

Conbextra EP65 Contains resins which may cause
sensitisation by skin contact. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes and inhalation of vapour. Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Barrier creams
provide additional skin protection. Should accidental skin
contact occur, remove immediately with a resin removing
cream, followed by soap and water. Do not use solvent. In
case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
clean water and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek
medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
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Fosroc Solvent 102 Flammable liquid. Flash point 33 C.
Keep away from sources of ignition - non smoking. Wear
suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Use only in well ventilated area.
For additional information see relevant Material Safety Data
Sheet.
Fire
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of products specifically
designed for the repair and refurbishment of damaged
reinforced concrete. This includes hand-placed and spray
grade mortars, fluid micro-concretes, chemical resistant
epoxy mortars and a comprehensive package of protective
coatings. In addition, a wide range of complementary
products is available. This includes joint sealants,
waterproofing membranes, grouting, anchoring and
specialised flooring materials.
Fosroc has produced several educational training videos
with provide more details about the mechanisms which
cause corrosion within reinforced concrete structures and
the solutions which are available to arrest or retard these
destructive mechanisms. Further information is available
from the publication: ‘Concrete repair and Protection - The
Systematic Approach’, available in seven language formats.
For further information about products, training videos or
publications, contact the local Fosroc office.

Fosroc Solvent 102 is flammable. In the event of fire

extinguish with CO 2 or foam.

Important note:
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions
for the Supply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that
any advice, recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct
or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the
use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

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