MasterBrace® Laminate

Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) system for structural strengthening of concrete and
timber structures
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION PROPERTIES
MasterBrace Laminate is a ready to use pultruded, MasterBrace
carbon fibre laminate, normally externally bonded to Laminate 170/3100 210/3300 165/3000
structures, to provide additional load bearing capacity. It (Grade)
provides a lightweight, high tensile strength material Mean Tensile
(higher than steel reinforcement used in the concrete strength 3100 3300 3000
industry) and is largely utilised for additional flexural σ(MPa)
reinforcement (ie plate bonding) of concrete and timber Mean Tensile
members, as part of the MasterBrace Laminate system. modulus E 170 210 165
(GPa)
AREAS OF APPLICATION Laminate Width 50, 80, 100 &120 typical
To add strength and reinforce structures with material that (mm) (90 & 150 on request)*
has a high tensile capacity, MasterBrace Laminate * Note: Other widths maybe
enables the traditional technique of plating (with steel manufactured to order
plates) to be replaced with extremely light materials, that
are far easier to install, and to: Laminate 1.4*
 Increase the flexural capacity of beams and slabs Thickness (mm) * Note: Other thicknesses
 Increase the general load-bearing capacity (e.g. maybe manufactured to order
structural conversion following an increase in loading Ultiimate
conditions) Elongation (at 1.6% 1.4% 1.4%
 Help reduce deflection of the overall structural element break)
(increase in rigidity) Fibre content % 70 70 70
 Help increase the fatigue strength (reduced
maintenance) Density g/cm3 1.6 1.6 1.6
 Help to increase the crack resistance of a structure Inter Laminar 80 MPa 80 MPa 80 MPa
(increase in durability) Shear Strength
Thermal
CHARACTERISTICS AND BENEFITS Expansion 0.6 x10-6 0.6 x10-6 0.6 x10-6
 Fast and easy installation - reducing overall m/m/°C
installation cost of strengthening. Note: Values given in the Performance Data table are
 Durable - non-corroding even if in contact with mean values obtained from regular, quality assurance
moisture. testing. Some variation may occur dependent on batch,
 Thin section compared to traditional methods - low size, and test method sensitivity. Allowance should be
profile (thickness) does not impact on architectural made for this in the design process.
aesthetics or reduce useable space. The structural designer is advised to satisfy themselves,
 Simple design - enables the amount of reinforcement by prior testing if necessary, that the grade chosen will
to be calculated in relation to the performance required conform to the performance criteria for their specific
or the flow of stress. design requirements.
 Customisable - a range of sizes and grades available
to optimize design requirements and suitable for near APPLICATION
surface mounting in grooves. Preparation of Substrate
 All laminates are supplied with a protective peel- The surfaces of elements that are still in good condition or
ply to both faces - reducing preparation costs, whilst restored with a leveling material from the Master Builders
delivering better adhesion to the substrate and to any Solutions range, should be sanded down and left clean
subsequent coatings. and dry. With degraded structures, the whole damaged
area should be removed by scarifying, hydro-demolition or
similar, and then structural restoration carried out with
mortar from the MasterEmaco or MasterBrace range of
products (eg MasterEmaco S 5400CI or MasterBrace
1444).
Remove oils, grease, dust or any other loose material
from the surface and leave dry.

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MasterBrace® Laminate
Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) system for structural strengthening of concrete and
timber structures
Application SHELF LIFE
To ensure maximum adhesion, apply one coat of MasterBrace Laminate has a shelf life of 36 months.
MasterBrace P 3500 by roller or brush. Store out of direct sunlight, clear of the ground on pallets
If necessary, apply a coat of MasterBrace 4000 or protected from rainfall.
MasterBrace 1444 using a putty knife, to fill any blow
holes or imperfections to the concrete or timber surfaces. WATCHPOINTS – DESIGN & INSTALLATION
Remove the protective peel-ply film from one surface of
Design and detailed specification should be carried out by
MasterBrace Laminate to be adhered. If the type of
appropriately qualified and competent person(s).
Laminate being used does not have a peel-ply surface,
Professional consulting engineers and designers may
then wipe clean the Laminate surface with a suitable
make use of a special design programme for the
solvent (MEK or Acetone).
MasterBrace Laminate system. Please contact your
Apply one layer of MasterBrace 4000 1 – 1.5 mm thick on
local Master Builders Solutions office for further details.
both the surfaces (concrete and Laminate). Apply
Installation should only be carried out by trained and
Adhesive on the Laminate so that it is a minimum of 1 mm
experienced specialist contractors. Site quality control
thick at each side, and 2 mm thick at the centre by using
(including tensile bond testing), should be the
an appropriately shaped spatula.
responsibility of an independent organisation appointed
Apply MasterBrace Laminate and using the correct hard
by the client or his representatives.
roller, exert a constant pressure by moving the tool
Surfaces exposed to U.V. rays should be protected within
backward and forward, in the direction of the fibres, along
two days (maximum seven days) with a selected product
the centre-line of the laminate. Expel any excess
from the MasterProtect range (eg MasterProtect 160), in
MasterBrace 4000 (and air) from under the Laminate,
order to ensure perfect bonding between the protective
leaving a nominal 1-3 mm layer of adhesive.
layer and CFRP. Remove the outer layer of peel-ply prior
Clean up the surfaces of the Laminate, taking care not to
to application of protective coating.
move the bonded material.
Technical details of adhesives, primers and coatings can
For detailed information about application, please obtain
be found on the technical data sheets of the respective
a copy of the Master Builders Solutions “Application Guide
products.
for MasterBrace” from your local representative.

PACAKGING
Available in rolls, typically 100 m long. (Approx 30kg in
weight, depending on size).

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