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Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier

A post applied, multi-layer, polyethylene membrane for below ground waterproofing and gas protection

Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier is a self-adhesive version of Sikaplan®-1651 Loose VOC Gas Barrier; composed of self adhesive with an upper surface finish of Sikaplan®-1651 Loose VOC Gas Barrier and a lower surface finish of siliconised polypropylene release film. Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier is used for the Gas/Waterproofing/Tanking of underground structures where harmful ground gases are anticipated, as a post-applied fully bonded membrane.

  • Quick and easy installation
  • A fully welded system
  • High resistance to ground gases
  • Exceptional Chemical Resistance
  • Manufactured to meet the most up-to-date British Standards and guidance
  • Long Term Durability (performance guaranteed for the lifetime of the building)
Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier
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Usage

  • Suitable for use as ground gas, hydrocarbon protection and waterproofing at ground level or below ground installations.
 

Advantages

  • Quick and easy installation
  • A fully welded system
  • High resistance to ground gases
  • Exceptional Chemical Resistance
  • Manufactured to meet the most up-to-date British Standards and guidance
  • Long Term Durability (performance guaranteed for the lifetime of the building)

Packaging

0.9m x 20m roll

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

  • Conforms to the requirements of EN13967:2012
  • NHBC Standards Compliant
  • CIRIA C748 Compliant (VOC Barrier)
  • BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019 Compliant (Methane and Carbon Dioxide Barrier)
  • BS 8102:2022 Compliant (Type A Waterproofing)
  • BBA Certified - Certificate No: 19/5681
Product Information

Shelf Life

24-48 months

Storage Conditions

Must be stored vertically, indoors in protective carton.

Length

20 m

(EN 1849-2)

Width

1 or 0.3 m

(EN 1849-2)

Thickness

Thickness

1.2 mm

Weight

1350 G/M2
Technical Information

Resistance to Impact

> 650 mm

(EN 12691-B)

Resistance to Static Load

> 20 Kg

(EN 12730-B)

Resistance to Static Puncture

> 2.0 kN

(EN 12236)

Tensile Strength

MD

> 550 N / 50 mm

CMD

> 400 N / 50 mm

Elongation

Tensile Elongation (MD)

> 550%

Tensile Elongation (CMD)

> 550%

Tear Strength

MD / CMD

> 300 N

Water Tightness

(60 kPa)   PASS

(EN 1928) 

(196 kPa - 20m Water Head) (Basement Application)  PASS(EN 1928)

Artificial Ageing

(Resistance to)   PASS

(EN 1296 / EN 1928)

Reaction to Fire

E Class

(EN 13501-1)

Application

Application steps

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier should be installed in accordance with the product installation guidelines, and in accordance with BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019 and Ciria C748.

Sika® Bituseal S-115 Primer should be used prior to applying Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier.

 


JOINTING AND SEALING

Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier must be heat welded on all laps, with welding carried out by competent personnel with suitable qualifications in accordance with best practice, and guidance contained within BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019. Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier should be overlapped by at least 50mm. Pre-formed corner pieces are available for sealing corners. A separate strip is available for detailing.

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