Sika EVA Backing Sheet 1000mm x 1000mm x 10mm

SEMI-RIGID CLOSED CELL CROSS LINKED CONSTRUCTION FOAM

DESCRIPTION

Sika® EVA Backing Strip is a semi-rigid closed cell cross linked construction foam. It is available in sheet form or as a rectangular cross sectional strip in a density of 105 kg/m3.

USES

Sika® EVA Backing Strip is designed as a back up support material for surface seals in load bearing joints,

e.g. pavements, water retaining/excluding structures,

industrial floors and bridge deck joints. Other uses include as a bedding seal under precast concrete panels,

as a grout dam to prevent grout loss when joining

precast concrete components and as a physical barrier

to prevent the ingress of water, dirt and dust.

CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

• Tough, flexible and resilient.
• Bitumen free.
• Non tainting.
• Low absorption of liquids.
• Insulation against both thermal and electrical energy flow.
• Non extruding.
• Will not rot.
• Easily joined on site.
• Quick recovery after compression.
• Flexible at low temperatures (-70°C to 70°C).
• No bond breaker required with elastomeric sealants

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Packaging 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm x 10 mm sheet

Other sizes and profiles are available on request

Appearance / Colour Light grey EVA foam

Shelf Life Sika® EVA Backing Strip has an indefinite shelf life when stored in accordance with stated conditions.

CODE: N30450949