CRACKBOND® 2300 GEL
CRACKBOND® 2300 GEL is a two-component, high strength, non-sag, multi-purpose bonding agent which may be used in anchoring and doweling applications in temperatures between 60°F and 110°F (16°C and 43°C).
Product families
Applications
- Repair & Rehabilitation
Product Families
- Structural Adhesives
Other characteristics
- Brand
- CRACKBOND
- Product Type
2K (2 component) Adhesive, Epoxy Adhesive, Solvent free (100% Solids) Adhesive, Structural Adhesive; 2K (2 component) Adhesive; Epoxy Adhesive; Solvent free (100% Solids) Adhesive; Structural Adhesive
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Concrete
- Markets
- Building & Construction
- Clean Up
Always wear appropriate protective equipment such as safety glasses and gloves. Clean uncured materials from tools and equipment with mild solvent. Cured material can only be removed mechanically.
- Availability
Adhesives Technology Corp. (ATC) products are available online and through select distributors providing all your construction needs.
- Technology
- Ready-to-Use Products
- Cure Schedule
- Working Time
- Full Cure Time
- Specification
The bonding agent shall be a twocomponent, 1:1 mix ratio epoxy system supplied in premeasured containers. The adhesive must meet the requirements of C881-15 specification for Type I, II, IV, and V, Grade 3 Class C. When cured 7 days and at a temperature of 75 °F (24 °C), the bonding agent shall have a compressive strength of 10,220 psi (70.5 MPa) per ASTM D695 and a tensile strength of 3,316 psi (22.9 MPa) per ASTM D638. The bonding agent shall be CRACKBOND 2300 GEL from Adhesives Technology Corp., Pompano Beach , Florida.
- Labeling Claims
- Solvent-free
- Shelf Life Storage
24 months when stored in unopened bulk containers in dry conditions. Store between 40°F (4°C) and 95°F (35°C).
- Advantages and Features
Extended working time; High modulus; Non-sag; Convenient bulk mix ratio of 1:1 by volume; Bulk components clearly indicated by container color, resin (Beige) and hardener (Dark Gray)
- Standards and Approvals
- AASHTO M235 / ASTM C881-15
- Type I, II, IV & V Grade 3 Class C
- Limitations and Warnings
Do not thin with solvents, as this may prevent cure.; Not recommended for any anchoring and doweling application where there may be a sustained tensile load, including overhead applications.; For anchoring applications, concrete must be a minimum of 21 days old prior to anchor installation
- Installation and Coverage
Due to occasional updates and revisions, always verify the most current MPII usage. In order to achieve maximum results, proper installation is imperative.
- General Uses and Applications
Bonding hardened concrete to hardened concrete; Bonding freshly mixed concrete to hardened concrete; Repairing spalls; Adhering dowel bars and tie bars; Short term tensile anchoring and shear loading conditions in accordance with allowable stress design (ASD)
- Ready to Use Product Features
- Good Sagging Resistance
- High Modulus
- High Strength
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Concrete
Technical data
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13 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond Strength (14 day, 75°F) | 4,060 (28.0) | psi (MPa) | C882 |
| Bond Strength (2 day, 75°F) | 3,600 (24.8) | psi (MPa) | C882 |
| Compressive Modulus (7 day, 75°F) | 213,000 (1,468.6) | psi (MPa) | D695 |
| Compressive Yield Strength (7 day, 75°F) | 10,220 (70.5) | psi (MPa) | D695 |
| Consistency or Viscosity (75°F) | Non-sag | — | C881 |
| Gel Time - 60 Gram Mass (75°F) | 28.0 | min | C881 |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (7 day, 75°F) | 121 (49.4) | °F (°C) | D648 |
| Linear Coefficient of Shrinkage (75°F) | 0.0022 | % | D2566 |
| Pot Life (75°F) | 23.0 | min | — |
| Tack Free Cure Time [(30 mil Thin Film), 75°F] | 3.0 | hr | D2377 |
| Tensile Elongation (7 day, 75°F) | 2.9 | % | D638 |
| Tensile Strength (7 day, 75°F) | 3,316 (22.9) | psi (MPa) | D638 |
