Application Method / After having mixed part A with part B observe a waiting time of 15 minutes Product Data Sheet

Tools (at +20C) in order to allow the mixture to pre-react for an optimal ashesion
under water. Version 02/03/2011 (Corporat edition 02/09/2010)
When using a thin layer adhesive, apply the mixed adhesive to the prepared
surface with a spatula, trowel, notched trowel, (or with hands protected by
gloves). Sikadur -53
When applying as a repair mortar use some formwork.
Fillerised Injection Resin
When using for bonding metal profiles onto vertical surfaces ,support and
press uniformly using props for at least 12 hours, depending on the
thickness applied (not more than 5 mm) and the room temperature.
Once hardened check the adhesion by tapping with a hammer. Product Sikadur-53 is a solvent-free, two part, moisture intensive liquid, based
Description on epoxy resin containing special fillers designed for use at temperatures
After having mixed part A with part B observe a waiting time of 15 minutes
between +5C and +30C.
(at +20C) in order to allow the mixture to pre-react for an optimal ahesion
under water. Uses Sikadur-53 is used as an injectable resin to seal damp and wet cracks
Cleaning of Tools Clean all tools and application equipment with Sika Colma Cleaner by high pressure injection (the width of the cracks must be > 0.5 mm due
immediately after use. Hardened / cured material can only be to the special fillers which would be too thick for thinner cracks).
mechanically removed. As a grouting liquid or the adhesion of concrete and steel under water (by
water displacement).
Potlife Potlife (20 kg)
Characteristics / Cures without shrinkage
+20C +30C +40C
Advantages High resistance to a wide range of aggressive chemicals
~ 30 minutes ~ 15 minutes ~ 7.5 minutes
Excellent adhesion to salt-water immersed, cementbound substrates
The potlife begins when the resin and hardener are mixed. It is shorter
High density ensures complete water displacement
at high temperatures and longer at low temperatures. The greater the
quantity mixed, the shorter the potlife. To obtain longer workability at high High mechanical strengths even after hardening under water
temperatures, the mixed adhesive may be divided into portions. Another
method is to chill parts A+B before mixing them (not below +5C). Product Data
Form
Notes on Application / Sikadur resins are formulated to have low creep under permanent loading.
Limitations However due to the creep behaviour of all polymer materials under load, Colours Part A: green
the long term structural design load must account for creep. Generally Part B: transparent
the long term structural design load must be lower than 20-25% of the Part A+B mixed: green
failure load. Please consult a structural engineer for load calculations for Packaging 5 kg unit (A+B) pre measured.
your specific application.
Part A: ~4.445 kg pails
Value Base All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on Part B: ~0.555 kg pails
laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances
beyond our control. Storage

Health and Safety For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of Storage Conditions / 24 months from date of production if stored properly in original un
Information chemical products, users shall refer to the most recent Material Safety Shelf-Life opened, sealed and undamaged packaging in dry conditions at tem-
Data Sheet containing physical, ecological, toxicological and other peratures between +5C and +30C. Protect from direct sun light.
safety-related data.

Sikadur -53 4/4

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Information
Chemical Base Epoxy resin.
Application Details
Density ~ 2.2 kg/l (part A) (at +20C)
~ 1.0 kg/l (part B) (at +20C) Substrate Quality Mortar and concrete must be older than 28 days (depends on minimal
~ 2.0 kg/l (part A+B mixed) (at +20C) requirement of strengths).
Viscosity Part A+B: ~ 5800 mPas (at +20C) Verify the substrate strength (concrete, masonry, natural stone).
~ 15200 mPas (at +10C) The substrate surface (all types) must be clean, dry and free from
Layer Thickness 30 mm max. contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, existing surface treatments
and coatings etc.
When using multiple units, one after the other. Do not mix the following
unit until the previous one has been used in order to avoid a reduction in Steel substrates must be de-rusted similar to Sa 2.5.
handling time. The substrate must be sound and all loose particles must be removed.
Change of Volume Shrinkage / Creep:
Substrate Preparation Concrete, mortar, stone, bricks:
Hardens without shrinkage.
Substrates must be sound, dry, clean and free from laitance, ice, stand-
Thermal Stability Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): (According ASTM D-648) ing water, grease, oils, old surface treatments or coatings and all loose
44.2C or friable particles must be removed to achieve a laitance and contami-
nant free, open textured surface.
Mechanical / Physical
Properties Steel:
Must be cleaned and prepared thoroughly to an acceptable quality i.e.
Compressive Strength Grouted and cured under water: by blastcleaning and vacuum. Avoid dew point conditions.
Curing time +20C +5C
1 day ~ 53 N/mm2 - Application
Conditions /
2 days ~ 61 N/mm2 ~ 39 N/mm2 Limitations
14 days ~ 92 N/mm2 ~ 100 N/mm2 Substrate Temperature +5C min. / +30C max.
Ambient Temperature +5C min. / +30C max.
Flexural Strength Grouted and cured under water:
Material Temperature Sikadur-53 must be at a temperature of between +5C and +30C.
Curing time +20C +5C
Substrate Moisture When applied to mat moisture concrete, brush the adhesive well into
1 day ~ 35 N/mm2 - Content substrate.
2 days ~ 42 N/mm2 ~ 30 N/mm2
Dew Point Beware of condensation!
14 days ~ 49 N/mm2 ~ 44 N/mm2 Ambient and substrate temperature during application must be at least
3C above dew point.
Tensile Strength Grouted and cured under water: Application
Curing time +20C Instructions
14 days ~ 30 N/mm2 Mixing Part A : Part B = 8.0 : 1 parts by weight
Part A : Part B = 3.6 : 1 parts by volume
Bond Strength Mixing Time Pre-batched units:
Curing time Mix parts A+B together for at least 3 minutes
with a mixing spindle attached to a slow speed
14 days 2.5 - 3.5 N/mm2* electric drill (max. 400 rpm) until the material
*Concrete failure becomes smooth in consistency and a uniform
green colour. Avoid aeration while mixing. Then,
E-Modulus Static: ~ 6300 N/mm2 (According FIP 5.13) pour the whole mix into a clean container and stir
Dynamic: ~ 7800 N/mm2 again for approx. 1 more minute at low speed to
keep air entrapment at a minimum. Mix only that
Strength Development Confirm the strength development by producing cubes on site and testing quantity which can be used within its potlife.
them for compressive and flexural strength.

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