Technical Data Sheet

Edition 1, 2007
Identification no. xxx
Version no. 0010
Sikadur® 42 LE

Sikadur 42 LE
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Pre-Proportioned, Epoxy Base-Plate, Grouting System

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Description Sikadur 42 LE, is a high strength, multi purpose, three-component, low exotherm,
low dusting, solvent-free, moisture-insensitive, epoxy grouting system to seat base-
plates.
Where to Use „ Precision seating of baseplates.
Construction

„ Grouting under equipment, including heavy impact and vibratory machinery,

reciprocating engines, compressors, pumps, presses, etc.
„ Grouting under crane rails.

Advantages „ Meets API Standard 686.

„ Low peak exotherm.
„ Low dusting, ready-to-mix, pre-proportioned kits.
„ Moisture insensitive.
„ Non-shrink.
„ Corrosion and impact resistant.
„ Stress and chemical resistant.
„ High compressive, tensile and shear strengths.
„ High vibration resistance.
„ Low coefficient of thermal expansion; compatible with concrete.
„ Material does not require heated transportation.

Technical Data
Packaging / Yield Component A 10.28 kg (22.6 lb)
Component B 3.42 kg (7.5 lb)
Component C 6 x 19.4 kg (42.7 lb) bags
Yield (per kit) 56.6 L (2 ft³)

Colour Concrete grey

Shelf Life 2 years in original, unopened packaging. Store dry at 5º - 32ºC (41º - 89ºF).
Condition product to 23º - 35ºC (73º - 95ºF) before using.

Mixing Ratio
Ratio A:B:C by weight 3:1:34
Ratio solid/liquid by weight 8:5:1

Properties at 23ºC (73ºF) and

50% R.H.
Density 2300 kg/m³ (144 lb/ft³)
Pot Life, Mix 3:1 (A:B 300 g) 140 min
Compressive Strength
ASTM C 579, MPa (psi) 23ºC (73ºF)*
24 hrs 16 (2321)
2 days 50 (7255)
3 days 70 (10157)
7 days 81 (11753)
28 days 100 (14510)
*Product cured and tested at temperatures indicated
Tensile Strength 14.0 MPa (2031 psi)
ASTM D 638

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Elongation 0.75 - 1.00%
ASTM D 638
Flexural Strength 28 MPa (4062 psi)
ASTM C 580
Tangent Modulus of Elasticity
in Bending ASTM C 580 15 GPa (21.7 x 105 psi)
Coefficient of Thermal
Expansion ASTM C 531
-30ºC to 30ºC (-22º to 86ºF) 2.3 x 10-5/ºC (1.3 x 10-5/ºF)
24ºC to 100ºC (75º to 212ºF) 3.0 x 10-5/ºC (1.7 x 10-5/ºF)

Bond Strength ASTM C 882

Slant shear > 40 MPa (5804 psi) concrete failure
Creep Test ASTM C 1181
4.1 MPa, 60ºC (600 psi, 140ºF) 4.5 x 10-3
2.7 MPa, 60ºC (400 psi, 140ºF) 3.5 x 10-3
Linear Shrinkage
ASTM C 531 0.060%
Thermal Compatibility
ASTM C 884 No delamination/pass
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Exotherm at 23 C (73ºF)
ASTM D 2471 34.6ºC (94.3ºF)
How to Use
Surface Note: For optimum results when grouting in critical items of equipment, it is
Preparation recommended that the surface preparation requirements of the latest edition of
Chapter 5, API Recommended Practice 686 be followed. This document is the
“Recommended Practices for Machinery Installation and Installation Design”
published by the American Petroleum Institute.

Surface and base plate contact area must be clean and sound. For best results, the
substrate should be dry. Remove dust, laitance, oils, grease, curing compounds,
impregnations, waxes, foreign particles, coatings, and disintegrated materials by
mechanical means, i. e. chipping with a chisel, sandblasting. All anchor prockets or
sleeves must be void of water. Sandblast metal base plates to a commercial white
finish (SP-10) for maximum adhesion. Apply grout immediately to prevent
re-oxidizing.

Forming - The consistency of the epoxy grout system requires the use of forms to
contain the material around the base plates. In order to prevent leakage or
seepage, all forms must be sealed. Apply polyethylene film or wax to all forms to
prevent adhesion of the grout. Prepare form work to maintain more than 100 mm
(4 in) liquid head to facilitate placement. A grout box equipped with an inclined
trough attached to the form will enhance the grout’s flowability and minimize air
encapsulation.

Mixing Mix the entire contents of components A and B in the component A pail for 3 min
with a paddle attached to a low speed drill (300-450 rpm). During the mixing
operation, scrape down the sides and bottom of the mixing pail with a flat or straight
edge trowel at least once, to ensure complete mixing of A and B components.
Empty entire contents of mixed A and B components into an appropriate mortar
mixer ensuring that walls and bottom of mixing pail are scraped clean and all of
mixed epoxy resin is added to mortar mixer. Slowly add the entire content of
component C and mix until uniformly blended (approx. 5 min). Add all component C
unless a reduction is directed by the Sika Representative. Mixed grout should be
kept agitated prior to placement.

Application Pour the mixed grout into the prepared forms from one or two adjacent sides only,
to eliminate air entrapment. Maintain the liquid head to ensure intimate contact to
the base plate. Place sufficient epoxy grout in the forms to rise slightly above the
underside [3 mm (1/8 in)] of the base plate. The minimum void depth beneath the
base-plate should be 25 mm (1 in), but 38 mm (1.5 in) is preferred. Where the void
beneath the base plate is greater than 450 mm (18 in), place the epoxy grout in
successive 450 mm (18 in) lifts or less, once the preceding lift has cooled.

Clean Up Sweep into appropriate containers. Dispose of in accordance with applicable local
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regulations. Uncured material can be removed with Sika Equipment Cleaner /
Epoxy Thinner. Cured material can only be removed mechanically.

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 Limitations „ If material is subject to cold of freezing temperatures during transportation to job
site, care must be taken to properly pre-condition A, B and C components prior to
beginning grouting operations.
„ Grouting material must be stored in an area with an ambient temperature
between 23°- 35°C (73° - 95°F) for a minimum of 48 hours before using.
„ Cold ambient, substrate or material temperatures will inhibit the curing and flow
characteristics of Sikadur 42 LE. Ensure that all materials, substrate and ambient
temperatures are conditioned between 23-35ºC (73 - 95ºF) at the time of
grouting.
„ Do not thin with solvents. Solvents will prevent proper cure.
„ Material is a vapour barrier after cure.
„ Minimum grout depth: 25 mm (1 in).
„ Maximum grout depth: 450 mm (18 in) per lift. For grout depth between 300-450
mm (12-18 in), contact Sika Technical Service.
„ The last lift must be kept at 50 mm (2 in).
„ Component C must be kept dry.
„ For bolt grouting applications contact Sika Technical Service.
„ For proper seating, allow grout to rise above the bottom [3 mm (1/8 in)] of the
base plate.
„ Do not batch. Mix complete units only.
Construction

„ Do not subject cured epoxy grout to sudden temperature changes especially

during early curing stages.
„ Contact Sika Technical Service for control joint spacing on large base plate
grouting projects.

Caution Component A - Irritant - Prolonged contact to skin may cause irritation. Avoid eye
contact.
Component B - Irritant - Contact with skin may cause severe burns. Avoid eye
contact. Product is a strong sensitizer.
Component C - Contains silica. Avoid breathing dust. Use of safety goggles and
chemical resistant gloves recommended. Avoid breathing material. Use adequate
ventilation. Use of a NIOSH/MSHA dust mask recommended. Consult product label
for additional information.

First Aid In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. For eye contact flush
immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 min. Contact a physician. For
respiratory problems, transport victim to fresh air. Remove contaminated clothing
and wash before re-use.
For more information, consult Sika Material Safety Data Sheet.

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FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
Legal Notes The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika’s current knowledge and experience of the product when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordances with Sika’s recommendations.
In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such that no warranty in
respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal
relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from any written recommendations,
or from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the product’s suitability for the intended
application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its products. The proprietary
rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and
delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product
concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.

Branches
PT. Sika Indonesia Surabaya :
Jl. Raya Cibinong- Bekasi km. 20 Puri Niaga Blok G No. 29, Jl. Raya Rungkut Menanggal 11,
Surabaya
Limusnunggal- Cileungsi Tel : 031-8690202 ; Fax : 031-8682123
BOGOR 16820 - Indonesia Medan :
Kawasan Industrial " Medan Star ", Tanjung Morawa Km.19,2
Tel. +62 21 8230025 Jl. Pelita Raya Blok R No.32, Deli Serdang 20362
Fax +62 21 8230025 Tel : 061-7941200 ; Fax : 061-7940822
Batam :
Website : www.sika.co. id Jl. Laksamana Bintan,Komp. Bumi Riau Makmur Blok E No.3,
Sungai Panas, Batam
e-mail: [email protected] Tel : 0778-424928 ; Fax : 0778-450189

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