Sikaplan 1651/1652/1653 Gas Barriers provide waterproofing, ground gas and VOC protection all in one system. Comprising a pre-applied bonded membrane, post-applied adhered membrane and loose-laid membrane for both ground-level and below-ground applications.

Sikaplan 1651 Loose VOC Gas Barrier:

• A loose laid VOC Gas Barrier which has exceptionally high resistance to ground gas and VOCs.
• Sikaplan 1651 Loose VOC Gas Barrier is typically used for the gas and waterproofing of ground-level structures where harmful ground gases are anticipated.

Sikaplan 1652 Bonded VOC Gas Barrier

• A pre-applied fully-bonded waterproofing membrane incorporating the Sikaplan®-1651 VOC Gas Barrier and a heavy-duty virgin polypropylene geotextile.
• The geotextile is laminated to the membrane to provide a dual function; protecting the membrane from damage, and providing an integrated bond to poured concrete, ensuring a fully-bonded waterproofing barrier which has exceptionally high resistance to ground gas and VOCs.
• Sikaplan®-1652 Bonded VOC Gas Barrier is used for the gas and waterproofing of underground structures where harmful ground gases are anticipated.

Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier

• A self-adhesive version of the Sikaplan® VOC Gas Barrier. It is composed of Sikaplan®-1651 VOC Gas Barrier with a self-adhesive bitumen surface finish covered by a protective release film.
• Sikaplan®-1653 Adhered VOC Gas Barrier is used for the gas and waterproofing of underground structures where harmful ground gases are anticipated, as a post-applied bonded membrane.

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Features & Benefits

• Quick and easy installation.
• Can be a fully welded system.
• High resistance to ground gases.
• Exceptional Chemical Resistance.
• Permanently elastic.
• Manufactured to meet the most up-to-date British Standards and guidance.
• Long Term Durability (performance guaranteed for the lifetime of the building).
• Suitable for use as ground gas, hydrocarbon protection and waterproofing.
• Must be heat welded.

Product Information

Shelf Life:

• Sikaplan 1651/1652: Indefinite.
• Sikaplan 1653: 24-48 months.

Storage Conditions:

• Sikaplan 1651/1652: Must be stored horizontally, indoors in original packaging.
• Sikaplan 1653: Must be stored vertically, indoors in protective carton.

Standards And Approvals

Sikaplan® VOC Gas Barriers are extensively tested to withstand the most aggressive of environments, and are approved to the standards below.

• CIRIA C748 – Guidance on the use of plastic membranes as VOC vapour barriers.
• BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019 – Code of practice for the design of protective measures for methane and carbon dioxide ground gases for new buildings.
• BR211 (2015) – Radon: Protective measures for new buildings.
Declaration of Performance (DoP)to EN 13967:2012.
• BBA certificate number 19/5681.

Application

• All the products in this range must be welded to provide a watertight and gas-resistant seal. Welding is an essential requirement because hydrocarbons can affect the long-term performance of butyl and bitumen tapes.
• In all cases, the installation of Sikaplan® VOC Gas Barrier membranes should be completed by a suitably qualified and accredited installer (NVQ level 2) and independently validated in accordance with CIRIA C735:2014.

Health And Safety

Further information about hazardous influences and protection are detailed in individual health and safety data sheets.

Please contact Rawlins Paints' Technical Support Team on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] for more information.

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