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SikaFiber®-240

(former MasterFiber® 240)

Structural polypropylene fiber for reinforcing cast concrete

SikaFiber®-240 is extruded from a natural polypropylene homo polymer and formed into a crimped profile in order to anchor it in a cementitious matrix. Further reinforcing concrete, it adds toughness and ductility. This fibre is particularly suitable for alkaline environment, where a high chemical resistance is requested, in corrosive or aggressive environment.  

SikaFiber®-240 is particularly suitable for alkaline environment, where a high chemical resistance is requested, in corrosive or aggressive environment.
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Usage

SikaFiber®-240 can be used in:
  • Pavement
  • Industrial flooring
  • Precast elements
  • Drying shrinkage reinforcement

Advantages

SikaFiber®-240 is particularly suitable for alkaline environment, where a high chemical resistance is requested, in corrosive or aggressive environment.

Packaging

The fibres are packed loose in 6 kg or 9 kg cardboard boxes. Alternative pack sizes are available upon request and should be specified when ordering.

Colour

Polypropylene 100% (Black)

Product Details

Product Information

Product Declaration

Acid / alkali resistance - High

Water absorption - Nil

Fibre Volume Content

Number of fibres per kg - Approximately 62,000

Fibre Type

Monofilament

Shelf Life

The material is very stable with no foreseen hazards. Protect against fire.

Storage Conditions

The material is very stable with no foreseen hazards. Protect against fire.

 

Dimensions

Length / diameter ratio - 53.3

Length

40mm

Diameter

0.75mm

Density

0.91 g/cm³

Melting Point

160°C

Ignition Temperature

590°C
System information

Compatibility

SikaFiber®-240 can be used in combination with all the admixtures of Sika South Africa.
Technical Information

Tensile Strength

338 MPa

Application

Consumption

Consumption

The fibres must be added to the concrete mixer after the water and admixtures and mixed for at least 5 minutes to ensure even distribution in the concrete.

Recommended Dosage

The dosage of this synthetic fibre can vary from 1.5 to more than 9 kg per m³ in function of the specific characteristics requested for the fibre reinforced concrete. The use of SikaFiber®-240 in substitution to primary steel mesh should be done after project calculation. It can substitute the secondary steel mesh reinforcement.

 

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