Conbextra EP300 constructive solutions

Low exotherm free flow epoxy resin grout

Uses Chemical Resistance

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
transporter 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.
Conbextra EP300 is especially suitable where extended
working time and large volume pours, deep gaps or high
ambient temperatures. It is also suitable for re-profiling and
waterproofing works of pile caps.
Advantages
Conbextra EP300 product is resistant to oil, grease, fats,
most chemicals, mild acids and alkalis, fresh and sea water.
Consult Fosroc’s Technical Department when exposure to
solvents or concentrated chemicals is anticipated.
Exotherm
Conbextra EP300 epoxy system 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).

 Suitable to fill gaps from 10 mm to 300 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
support package to specifiers and contractors as well as
technical advice from staff with unrivalled experience in the
industry.

Description Specification clauses

Conbextra EP300 range of epoxy resin based product is Supplier specification

designed for free-flow grouting of gaps from approximately
10 - 300 mm at high ambient temperature up to 55oC. All epoxy resin grouting where shown on the drawings, must
be carried out using Conbextra EP300 product
Conbextra EP300 three component system consisting of manufactured by Fosroc and used in accordance with the
base resin, liquid hardener and specially graded inert fillers manufacturer’s data sheet.
are supplied in the correct mix proportions designed for
whole pack mixing on site and no other materials should be
added.

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Properties Mixing

Test Method Typical Results Pour all the contents of the hardener pack into the base
Density (kg/m ):
3
1950 container. Mix using a slow speed power mixer until
Compressive strength @ 40oC homogeneous.
(N/mm2) ASTM C579:
3 days 80.0 Pour all the mixed liquid into a container then add all the
7 days 100.0 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: 16
Placing
Flexural strength (N/mm2)
ASTM C580, 7 days: 38
The mixed grout should be poured steadily from one side
Modulus of elasticity only to eliminate the entrapment of air.
2
(KN/mm ) ASTM C580, 7 days: 14.0
Linear shrinkage (%) Continuous grout flow is essential.
ASTM C531, 7 days: 0.08
Linear coefficient of thermal Sufficient grout must be available prior to starting.
-6 o
expansion 10 (mm/mm C)
ASTM C531: 45 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
Pot life at 40oC ASTM D2471 (min): 120 Flow Characteristics
Peak exothermic temperature
at 40oC (ASTM D2471): 50 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
o
C (mm) head (mm) flow (mm)
Preparation
40 10 100 600
40 150 100 1500
Foundation surface 40 300 100 2000

All contact surfaces must be free from oil, grease, free
standing water or any loosely adherent material. Concrete
surfaces should be cut back to a sound base. All dust must
be removed and boltholes or fixing pockets blown clean of
any dirt or debris.
Steel surfaces
All steel surfaces should be shot blasted free of rust and flaky
mill scale SA 2½. Cleaned surfaces may be protected by the
application of Nitoprime 28.
Formwork
The formwork should be constructed to be leakproof as
Conbextra EP300 product is free flowing grout. Loss of grout
once the material is placed, but not hardened, will result in
incomplete filling of the gap.
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.
Cleaning
All tools and equipment should be cleaned immediately
after use with Fosroc Solvent 102. Spillages should be
absorbed with sand or sawdust and disposed in
accordance with local regulations.
Limitations
Grouts should not be placed in any unrestrained situation,
i.e. base plate plinths, etc. Failure to comply may lead to
crack development in the grout.
o
Conbextra EP300, at temperatures below 20 C the cure
rate may be slow, but will go to completion provided the
temperature remains above 5oC.
Careful planning of shuttering should be made to reduce
exposed surfaces of epoxy grout and shoulders to an
absolute minimum. Exposure to cyclic temperature
changes is likely to cause cracking and peeling in
unrestrained grout. Please contact Fosroc for further
details.

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Estimating Additional Information

Supply Yield Fosroc manufactures a wide range of products specifically

Conbextra EP300: 16 kg 8 litres designed for the repair and refurbishment of damaged
Conbextra EP300: 92 kg 46 litres reinforced concrete. This includes hand-placed and spray
grade mortars, fluid micro-concretes, chemical resistant
Bulk packaging is available. epoxy mortars and a comprehensive package of protective
coatings. In addition, a wide range of complementary
Storage products is available. This includes joint sealants,
waterproofing membranes, grouting, anchoring and
Conbextra EP300 product has a shelf life of 12 months if specialised flooring materials.
kept in dry conditions at 25oC.
Fosroc has produced several educational training videos
Precautions with provide more details about the mechanisms which
cause corrosion within reinforced concrete structures and
Health and Safety the solutions which are available to arrest or retard these
destructive mechanisms. Further information is available
Conbextra EP300 Contains resins which may cause from the publication: ‘Concrete repair and Protection - The
sensitisation by skin contact. Avoid contact with skin and Systematic Approach’, available in seven language formats.
eyes and inhalation of vapour. Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Barrier creams For further information about products, training videos or
provide additional skin protection. Should accidental skin publications, contact the local Fosroc office.
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.

Fire

Fosroc Solvent 102 is flammable. In the event of fire

extinguish with CO2 or foam. Fosroc Solvent 102
Flammable liquid. Flash point 33oC.

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.

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 di rect
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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