| Description |
Cem-FIL® 62 is a high integrity AR glass fiber chopped strand designed for use in dry mix systems or other premixing processes for subsequent molding into a GRC component |
Cem-FIL® 60 high integrity AR glass fibre chopped strand designed for premixing with other materials. The resulting mix is formed by vibration casting or other processes. It can also be used as a component of repair mortars to enhance their performance. |
Anti-Crak® HD (High Dispersion) is an engineered AR-glass chopped strand designed for mixing in concrete and all hydraulic mortars. |
Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ solution is a high‐performance composite macrofiber, based on an alkali‐resistant glass and engineered to provide high post‐ cracking strength to concrete. |
| Technical Data Sheet |
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| Benefits |
High integrity during mixing Low-Tex strand Easy incorporation High performance with low dosage Excellent reproduction of detail High level of workability Low water demand Improves mechanical performance of GRC elements Makes highly durable GRC elements Safe and easy to handle |
High integrity during mixing Low-Tex strand Easy incorporation High performance with low dosage Excellent reproduction of detail Good level of workability Reduced water demand compared to other fibers Improves mechanical performance of GRC elements Makes highly durable GRC elements Safe and easy to handle |
Excellent workability High Dispersion: 200 million filaments per kilogram in fiber length 12 mm Invisible on the finished surface Does not corrode Mitigation and reduction of cracking in fresh concrete Overall enhancement of durability and mechanical properties of concrete Effective at very low dosage Homogeneous mix Safe and easy to handle |
Improves post‐cracking mechanical properties of hardened concrete Fast and uniform dispersion during mixing Does not affect concrete pumpability when following recommended practices Allows for high dosages with minimum effect on processability (mix dependent) Does not corrode No additional water demand Easy to handle |
| Applications |
Sizing system optimized for abrasion resistance and strand integrity during blending with dry materials Low-Tex strand permits efficient reinforcement at low dosages: suited for the preparation of pre-bagged mixes of repair and top screed mortars Also may be used in the vibration-cast manufacture of standard GRC components |
The high integrity of the product makes it suitable for use in a variety of production processes including vibration-casting, pumping, spraying, or dry-blending with other materials. Cem-FIL® 60 chopped strands are designed for ease of incorporation even at high dosage and remain integral during mixing. It is used in the manufacture of repair mortars, standard GRC components such as drainage channels or meter boxes, or in architectural applications such as decorative screen walling and ornate moldings. Cem-FIL® 60’s hydrophobic behavior makes the mix more fluid and that ensures better compaction and easier release of trapped ai |
Anti-Crak® HD fibers are typically used at low addition level to limit cracking & improve the performance of concrete, flooring, renders or other special mortar mixes. They incorporate easily into mixes creating a tridimensional homogeneous network of reinforcement in the matrix. Anti-Crak® HD fibers can be added at the central mixing plant to the wet concrete mix; or directly into the ready-mix truck. Anti-Crak® HD fibers do not protrude through the surface and require no additional finishing procedures. The reinforcement is incorporated in the concrete mass and is invisible on the finished surface |
Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ solution has been specifically designed to reduce or replace secondary and/or primary steel reinforcement in many structural applications requiring flexural tensile and post‐crack performance (wall panels, pipes, water tanks, tunnel segments, marine structures, raft foundations, etc.) |
| Fibre Length-Tex |
6mm-12mm > 45Tex | 6mm-12mm-18mm > 82Tex |
6mm-12mm-18mm > 82Tex | 12mm-18mm > 135Tex |
3mm–6mm–9mm–12mm–18mm |
43 +/‐2 mm* |
| Filament Diameter |
14 Micrometres |
14 Micrometres (82Tex) | 18 Micrometres (135 Tex) |
14 µm |
0.70 mm |
| Loss on Ignition |
45 Tex Products 2.15% | 82 Tex Products 1.75% (ISO 1887 : 1995) |
0.95 Max. (ISO 1887 : 1995) |
0.60% |
N/A |
| Moisture(%) |
0.5% Max. |
0.5% Max. |
0.50 max |
N/A |
| Specific Gravity |
2.68 g/cm3 |
2.68 g/cm3 |
2.68 |
2.0 ± 0.1 |
| Softening Point |
860C |
860C |
860°C |
860C |
| Modulus of Elasticity |
72 GPa |
72 GPa |
72 GPa |
42 GPa |
| Tensile Strength |
1000-1700 MPa |
1000-1700 MPa |
1000 - 1700 MPa |
> 1000 MPa |
| General |
Chopped Strands, Alkali Resistant, Electrical Conductivity is very low, Chemical Resistance is very high |
Chopped Strands, Alkali Resistant, Electrical Conductivity is very low, Chemical Resistance is very high |
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Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ solution is a high‐performance composite macrofiber, based on an alkali‐resistant glass and engineered to provide high post‐ cracking strength to concrete while at the same time increasing toughness, impact and fatigue resistance of concrete. In this way, Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ macrofiber can be used as secondary and/or as primary reinforcement. Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ product disperses quickly and evenly throughout the concrete matrix, due to their specific gravity being similar to concrete. This promotes uniform performance throughout the concrete mass. |
| Dosage |
For repair mortars, recommended dosage is in between 1 to 2%, or 25 to 50 kg/m3 (42 – 84 lb/cu.yd). For Premix GRC, recommended dosage is from 2.5 to 3.5% by weight. |
For repair mortars, recommended dosage is in between 1 to 2%, or 25 to 50 kg/m3 (42–84 lb/cu.yd). For Premix GRC, recommended dosage is from 2.5 to 3.5% by weight |
Fibers can be introduced in the ready mix plant or directly in the concrete truck in the last stage, when all the aggregates have been added and mixed. Recommended dosage is 600 g/m3 (1 lb/cu.yd) of concrete to mitigate plastic shrinkage cracking. |
Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ fibers can be added to the wet mix at the batching plant or into the concrete truck at site. For optimum dispersion and performance, it is recommended to add the fiber gradually and not to mix too long. Dosage rates are dependent on the application and desired performance levels. |
| Packaging & Storage |
Cem-FIL® 62 chopped strands are packed in individual plastic bags, water-dispersible paper bags and carton boxes. Cem-FIL® 62 chopped strands should be stored away from heat and moisture, and in their original packaging. Optimum conditions are temperatures between 15°C and 35°C and humidity between 35% and 65%. If the product is stored at lower temperatures it is advisable to condition it in the workshop for at least 24 hours before use to prevent condensation. |
Cem-FIL® 60 chopped strands are packed in individual plastic bags (6–18 kg). Cem-FIL® 60 chopped strands should be stored away from heat and moisture, and in their original packaging. Optimum conditions are temperatures between 15°C and 35°C and humidity between 35% and 65%. If the product is stored at lower temperatures it is advisable to condition it in the workshop for at least 24 hours before use to prevent condensation. |
Anti-CRAK® HD chopped strands are packed in individual 600 g paper bags (water dispersible) or in plastic bags (18 kg). Anti-CRAK® HD chopped strands should be stored away from heat and moisture, and in their original packaging. Optimum conditions are temperature between 15°C and 35°C and humidity between 35% and 65%. If the product is stored at lower temperatures it is advisable to condition it in the workshop for at least 24 hours before use, to prevent condensation. |
Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ fibers in the 43mm (1.7 inch) length are packed in 10 kg (22 lbs) cardboard boxes, and 20 kg (44 lbs) in the 24 mm (0.95 inch) length. Cem‐FIL MiniBars™ solution should be stored away from heat and moisture in their original packaging. Optimum conditions are temperatures between 10°C (50ºF) and 35°C (95ºF) and relative humidity between 25% and 65% |
| Quality Standards-Certification |
Cem-FIL® 62 fibers are manufactured under a quality Management System approved to ISO 9001. Cem-FIL® fibers are not classified as dangerous by the Regulation 1272/2008/EC. For more information, please refer to our Safe Use Instructions Sheet. |
Cem-FIL® 60 fibers are manufactured under a quality Management System approved to ISO 9001. Cem-FIL® fibers are not classified as dangerous by the Regulation 1272/2008/EC. For more information, please refer to our Safe Use Instructions Sheet |
Anti-CRAK® HD fibers are manufactured under a quality Management System approved to ISO 9001. Anti-CRAK® and Cem-FIL® fibers are not classified as dangerous by the Regulation 1272/2008/EC. For more information, please refer to our Safe Use Instructions Sheet. |
Cem‐FIL MiniBar™ fibers are manufactured under a quality Management System approved to ISO 9001 |
