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Compressible, bitumen-impregnated, joint filler-board

WHERE TO USE RECOMMENDATIONS

Mapejoint FB is used as a compressible, filler-board for • For sealing of joints, use an appropriate product from
forming expansion joints in cast in-situ and precast the Mapeflex range.
concrete construction. • Isolate sealants from Mapejoint FB either with
bond-breaker tape or with foam backer rods.
Some application examples • Do not store Mapejoint FB under wet conditions for
Forming structural separation and expansion joints in long periods.
concrete:
• between old and new structures. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• slabs for highways and airport runways. Mapejoint FB can either be installed to the full depth of
• structures such as retaining walls and abutments. the slab and subsequently cut back to suit the sealant
• basement and underground structures. detailing, or it can be measured and cut to size prior to
• slabs for pedestrian traffic areas. installation with the sealant groove formed using timber
• floors of industrial buildings. beading.
• forming panel joints in roofing protective screeds.
For cast in-situ concrete, Mapejoint FB is fixed to the
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS formwork prior to casting.
Mapejoint FB is a compressible, joint filler board
manufactured from natural fibres and impregnated with For suspended slabs, fix Mapejoint FB with nails to
bitumen to resist water absorption. It is supplied in a prevent displacement.
range of standard thicknesses to suit most common
applications. PACKAGING
Mapejoint FB is available in standard board sizes of
Mapejoint FB is characterized by high compressibility 1.22 m x 2.14 m per piece.
with minimal extrusion and excellent recovery. It is easy
to handle, remains stable under temperature changes STORAGE
and severe environmental conditions, and the rough Store Mapejoint FB in a dry place away from direct
surface texture promotes good bonding with concrete. sunlight and sources of heat.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR merely indicative and subject to confirmation

e j PREPARATION AND APPLICATION after long-term practical application; for this

ap F Mapejoint FB is an article that does not require reason, anyone who intends to use the

M a Material Safety Data Sheet. When using this

product we recommend wearing gloves and
safety goggles, and to adhere to the safety
product must ensure beforehand that it is
suitable for the envisaged application. In
every case, the user alone is fully responsible
guidelines for the area in which work is carried for any consequences deriving from the use
out. of the product.

MY(11/2013)
PRODUCT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. Please refer to the current version of the
Technical Data Sheet, available from our
WARNING website www.mapei.com
Although the technical details and
recommendations contained in this product All relevant references
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TECHNICAL DATA (typical values)

PRODUCT IDENTITY

Nominal panel thickness (ASTM D1751, 10

tolerance± 1.6 mm)(mm): 12.5
20
25

Any reproduction of texts, photos and illustrations published

Panel size (m): 1.22 x 2.14

here is prohibited and subject to prosecution

Density (kg/m³) 315 ± 10

Solid content (%) 100

Compression (to 50% of the specimen’s original

thickness, ASTM D1751)
- stress applied (KPa): 2,400 – 2,700
- loss in weight after application of stress (%): ≤ 0.2
- extrusion (mm): 4 ± 0.5
- recovery 10 minutes after stress is removed > 75
(%):

Water absorption (ASTM D1751): < 11%

Compliance to Standards US Federal Specification HH-F-341a:Type 1,

Class B / American Association of State Highway
Officials, Standard Specification M 153-154 /
PSA Standard Specification Clauses for Airfield
Pavement Works / DTp Specification for Highway
Works, Dec 1991 series 1000 Clause 1015.
438-11-2013

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