Corkjoint Jointflex® Backer Rod Closed Cell Polyethylene Filler Jointflex Backer Rod 6MM

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• Corkjoint Jointflex® Backer Rod are manufactured from closed cell polyethylene, are non-absorbing, are U.V resistant and have excellent weatherability properties.. 
• Corkjoint Jointflex® Backer Rod are predominantly used as a bond-breaker, a joint sealant support and also a system to provide correct joint sealant geometry for the joint sealant application and are for use in expansion or construction joints in concrete.. 

Features 

• ​Diameter: 6mm. 
• Density: 33 kg/m³. 
• Packing: 500 metres pack. 
• Technical Data Sheet (TDS). 

Advantages 

• Non-absorbent. 
• Lightweight. 
• Excellent weatherability. 
• Resistant to ultraviolet light. 
• No bitumen content. 
• Ability to compress and recover. 
• Acts as a bond breaker. 
• Suitable for submerged or trafficable joints. 

Areas of Application 

Jointflex® Backer Rod are used in joints in pre-cast and cast-in-situ concrete elements to give support to the joint sealant application, aid in the corrrect joint sealant geometry (application depth and shape) and prevent the joint sealant from adhering to the top of the expansion joint filler board (3-way bonding), acting as a bond breaker. 

Available Sizes 

• Available in roll lengths for round shapes and available in lengths of 1 metre, 1.5 metre and 2 metre for square sections.. 
• Standard diameter sizes are 6mm up to 80mm.. 
• Section sizes are as follows:
  • 10mm x 10mm. 
  • 15mm x 15mm. 
  • 20mm x 20mm. 
  • 25mm x 25mm. 
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Physical Properties 

Choices of Section 

Typical Applications 

Written Specification 

Where shown in the drawings, the backer rod filler material shall be Jointflex Backer Rod closed cell polyethylene filler material, with a minimum density of 25kg/m³, as supplied by CORKJOINT. The application / installation of the product must be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. 

Installation Procedures 

Choose a diameter or square section which is approximately 20% to 25% bigger than the actual joint size so it can be compressed to fit inside the joint leaving a tight and firm it. Apply the backer rod to your specified depth for the sealant application. 

Health And Safety Information 

For further information or advice on health and safety precautions, safe handling, storage and correct disposal of products, please refer to the most recent product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), which is available upon request. 

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