Sika AnchorFix®-2020
Sika AnchorFix®-2020 is an epoxy acrylate, resin-based, two-part, thixotropic, non-sag, fast curing, chemical adhesive for anchoring threaded rods and reinforcing bars in both cracked and un-cracked concrete. The Product is both solvent- and styrene-free, is suitable for use in normal / moderate climate conditions, can be used in dustless and diamond drilling applications, and has a service life of 100 years.
- Fast curing.
- Standard guns can be used for application.
- High load capacity.
- ETA to EAD 330499-01-0601 for anchoring in cracked and uncracked concrete.
- ETA to EAD 330087-01-0601 for post installed rebar connections.
- Good adhesion to substrate.
- Suitable for cracked concrete.
- Drinking Water Certified.
- Seismic tested (C1 and C2).
- Non-sag, even overhead.
- Solvent- and styrene-free.
- Low emissions and odour.
- Low wastage.
- Can be used in hammer-drilled, dustless-drilled and diamond-core-drilled bore holes.
Usage
Fast curing anchoring adhesive for fixing of non-expanding anchors in the following:Structural work
- Rebar / steel reinforcement anchoring in new and refurbishment works.
- Threaded rods.
- Bolts and special fastening / fixing systems.
- Handrails, balustrades and supports.
- Railings.
- Window and door frames.
- Concrete (cracked and un-cracked).
- Solid masonry.
- Wood.
- Hard natural stone.
- Solid rock.
Advantages
- Fast curing.
- Standard guns can be used for application.
- High load capacity.
- ETA to EAD 330499-01-0601 for anchoring in cracked and uncracked concrete.
- ETA to EAD 330087-01-0601 for post installed rebar connections.
- Good adhesion to substrate.
- Suitable for cracked concrete.
- Drinking Water Certified.
- Seismic tested (C1 and C2).
- Non-sag, even overhead.
- Solvent- and styrene-free.
- Low emissions and odour.
- Low wastage.
- Can be used in hammer-drilled, dustless-drilled and diamond-core-drilled bore holes.
Packaging
| 300 ml standard cartridge | 12 cartridges per box Pallet: 75 boxes |
Refer to current price list for packaging variations.
Colour
| Part A | White |
| Part B | Black |
| A+B mixed | Grey |
Product Details
APPROVALS / STANDARDS
- Post-Installed Adhesive Anchors in Concrete Elements IBC/IRC, Sika AnchorFix®-2020, IAPMO UES, Evaluation report No. 601.
- CE marking and declaration of performance based on European Technical Assessment ETA 22/0892 09/01/2023. ETA issued on the basis of EAD 330087-01-0601 Post-installed rebar connections.
- CE marking and declaration of performance based on European Technical Assessment ETA-22/0893 07/01/2023. ETA issued on the basis of EAD 330499-01-0601 Bonded fasteners for use in concrete.
- European Technical Assesment ETA 22/0892 09/01/2023.
- European Technical Assesment ETA-22/0893 07/01/2023.
Shelf Life
12 months from date of production
Storage Conditions
The product must be stored in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5 °C and +25 °C. Always refer to packaging.
Density
| ~1,70 kg/l (Part A) | |
| ~1,55 kg/l (Part B) | |
| ~1,69 kg/l (A+B mixed) |
System Structure
Ancillary products are available on request. Please contact Sika® Technical Services for information.
Service Temperature
| Long term | -40 °C minimum / +50 °C maximum |
| Short term (i.e. 1 to 2 hours) | +80 °C |
Application
Mixing Ratio
Part A : Part B = 10 : 1 by volume
Layer Thickness
~5 mm maximum
Sag Flow
Non-sag, including overhead
Product Temperature
+5 °C minimum / +30 °C maximum
Ambient Air Temperature
+5 °C minimum / +30 °C maximum
Dew Point
Beware of condensation.
Substrate temperature during application must be at least +3 °C above dew point.
Substrate Temperature
+5 °C minimum / +30 °C maximum
Curing Time
| Temperature | Open Time - Tgel | Curing Time - Tcur |
| +30 °C to +35 °C | 2 minutes | 30 minutes |
| +25 °C to +30 °C | 4 minutes | 40 minutes |
| +20 °C to +25 °C | 5 minutes | 50 minutes |
| +15 °C to +20 °C | 6 minutes | 75 minutes |
| +10 °C to +15 °C | 8 minutes | 85 minutes |
| +5 °C to +10 °C* | 10 minutes | 145 minutes |
*Minimum cartridge temperature = +5 °C.
SUBSTRATE QUALITY
Mortar and concrete must be at the required design strength.
Substrate tensile / compressive strengths (concrete, masonry, natural stone) must be confirmed by testing.
The anchor hole must always be clean, dry, free from oil, grease, etc.
Loose particles must be removed from the holes.
Threaded rods and rebars must be cleaned thoroughly and free from dirt, oil, grease, corrosion products or any other substances and particles which could affect adhesion.
MIXING
Getting the cartridge ready:
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| 1. Unscrew the cap. |
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| 2. Cut the film. |
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| 3. Screw on the static mixer. |
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| 4. Place the cartridge into the gun and start application. |
Getting the cartridge ready:
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| 1.Unscrew the cap. |
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| 2. Remove the cap. |
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| 3. Screw on the static mixer. |
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| 4. Place the cartridge into the gun and start application. |
CLEANING OF TOOLS
Clean all tools and application equipment with Sika® Thinner C immediately after use. Hardened material can only be removed mechanically.