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ID- MAR. 2017

Supercast SW10 constructive solutions

High performance swellable waterstop for in-situ

concrete

Uses Design criteria

Integral sealing for construction joints in concrete cast in- Supercast SW10 should be used to prevent the passage of
situ. water through non-movement joints in both new in-situ concrete
and between new and existing concrete. Supercast SW10
Convenient and problem solving in situations where a
increases in volume in the range of up to 300% and gives a
conventional waterstop would require complex shuttering.
resistance to hydraulic heads of up to 60 metres.
Typical uses include secant piled and diaphragm walled
Swelling of Supercast SW10 in fresh concrete is minimal,
basements, pile caps and casting against old concrete.
therefore maximising the positive pressure to seal the joint.
Supercast SW10 can provide simple solutions to detailing
Supercast SW10 is suitable for application between existing
pipe entries, construction joints in the vertical plane and to
and newly placed concrete where there is little or no steel
kicker joints. Can be linked to Supercast PVC*† waterstops
continuity and where up to 2mm movement may occur.
to give an effective combination of waterstops which maintain
network continuity. Supercast SW10 waterstops should be positioned to ensure
that a minimum of 80 mm cover of concrete is present to
Advantages accommodate pressure developed during the swelling
process.
 Easy to install
 Supercast SWX* † swellable adhesive enable full Typical Properties
integration of Supercast SW10 and Supercast PVC
networks Form : Rectangular section
 Solves detailing problems in conjunction with Supercast elastomeric strips
PVC range
Solids content : 100%
 Swelling properties unaffected by long term wet/dry cycling
Unrestrained volumetric
 Delayed swell action allows extra tolerance on site
expansion : Up to 200%
 Sustains effective seal in wet conditions Application temperature
Standards compliance range : -5°C to 50°C
Service temperature range : -30° to 70°C
Suitable for use in contact with potable water - Water Byelaws Hydrostatic pressure
Scheme Approved product. resistance : 30 metres
Description Water tightness : Seals up to 2mm gap if
used in conjunction with
The Supercast SW10 is a swellable waterstop which can be Supercast SWX or
installed and positively linked into conventional Supercast Supercast SW Adhesive
PVC waterstop networks.This allows the use of Supercast
PVC for expansion joints and Supercast SW10 for construction Specification
joints all the time maintaining an integrated network.
Supplier specification
The Supercast SW10 is made from high performance
synthetic elastomer strips. The swelling action is the result Water swellable - Basic Polymer - hydrophilic waterstop (and
of contact between water and hydrophilic groups which are attachments) where shown on the drawings, shall be Fosroc
part of the Supercast SW10 'Basic Polymer' molecular Supercast SW10 obtained from Fosroc. It shall be used in
structure. accordance with the manufacturer’s current application
instructions.
The hydrophilic groups are not subject to extraction or loss of
swelling performance by prolonged or repeated wetting. This
is a unique feature of the basic polymer. Expansion of the
waterstop creates a positive pressure against the face of the
concrete joint, thus preventing water passing through the
protected joint.
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ID- FEB. 2017
Supercast SW10

Performance specification Estimating

Water swellable - Basic Polymer - hydrophilic waterstop, Supply

where shown on the drawings, shall be made from a Supercast SW10 : 5 m x 10mm x 20mm rolls
preformed elastomeric strip which can integrate into
existing waterstop networks. It shall be free from rubber, Storage
bentonite or other inclusions. The waterstop shall have an
When stored in cool dry conditions, away from sunlight, in the
unrestrained volumetric expansion of up to 300%. It must
original, unopened containers Supercast SW products have
not deteriorate under prolonged wet/dry cycling. It must be
a shelf life of 12 months.
able to withstand a hydrostatic head of 60 metres (6 bars).
It shall be used in accordance with the methods given in
Precautions
the manufacturer’s current data sheet.
Health and safety
Instructions for use
There are no health hazards associated with Supercast SW10
Supercast SW10 may be positioned by bonding with in normal use.
Supercast SWX or Supercast SW adhesive. The
waterstop may be installed either into a groove cast in the Ancillary materials
concrete or directly onto the concrete surface. Supercast SWX
Form : Elastomeric water swellable paste
Limitations Colour : Grey
Tack-free time : Approximately 1hour (200C/50%
- Supercast SW10 should not be used for expansion joints
RH)
or those subject to significant repetitive movements.
Cure rate : 3mm in 24hours
- Supercast SW10 should not be installed with less than 80 Volume swell ratio : 200%
mm of concrete cover to ensure that the pressure arising Concrete pour : 2 to 8 hours
from the swelling action is accommodated. Adhesion : Can be used on damp concrete
provided it is rag dry
- Supercast SW10 should not be used in conjunction with
air-entrained concrete.
Supercast SW Adhesive
- Supercast SW10 should not be used in locations which
Form : Grey paste
allow free unrestrained swelling.
Application temp. : 50C to 450C
- Installation using nailing to augment fixing may be required Max open time : 30 minutes
if so ensure it is limited to both ends of the rolls. Use Concrete pour : 2 to 8 hours
Supercast SWX adhesive where nails are used to ensure Adhesion : Can be used on damp concrete
water tightness. provided it is rag dry

The above data represents typical values and should not be

considered as a purchase specification

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

†
See separate data sheet

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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,
PT.FOSROC recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct 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
Indonesia not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

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