Backer Rod

Backer Rod

Backer Rods are manufactured from closed cell polyethylene, are non-absorbing, are U.V resistant and have excellent weatherability properties.

A Backer Rod is a cylindrical kind of foam, designed to be used in constructional projects, mainly for filing gaps or joints where materials come together.

 

 

 

Advantages:

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

 

Application Area:

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 correct 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. Below are some more usages of Backer Rod:

  • Repairs
  • Partitions
  • Pavement Joints
  • Expansion Joints
  • Log Construction
  • Glazing Operations
  • Window And Door Applications

 

Technical Specifications:

Size

5,10,15,25,29 mm

Colour

White

Density

22-35 Kg/m3

Temperature Range

-30 to 120 ° C

Water Absorption

1.5% ~3.5%

Packaging Type

Roll

Contraction Percentage

0.4%

 

Available Sizes

Backer Rod are 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 and 25mm x 25mm. Custom diameter and section sizes can be easily manufactured to suit.

 

Typical Application (Technical Diagram):

Backer Rod
EXPANSION JOINT IN SLAB ON GROUND

 

Backer Rod
EXPANSION JOINT IN WALL

 

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