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MasterBrace Fibers (formerly known as MBrace fibers)

Carbon and Glass Fiber sheets used for FRP structural strengthening

DESCRIPTION Technical data of fiber E-Glass, 900 gsm


Modulus of elasticity 73 kN/mm
MasterBrace Fiber sheets are are Tensile strength 3400 N/mm
encapsulated in MasterBrace 4500 resin to Total weight of sheet 900 g/m in main directions
form a structural composite to yield a range of Density 2.6 g/cm
high performance features. Ultimate % 4.5
Thickness for static 0.342 mm
The MasterBrace Fiber range includes design weight / density
unidirectional carbon and glass fiber Safety factor for static 1.5 (recommended)
RECOMMENDED USES design

MasterBrace composites can be used to Values given in the Performance Data table are
increase flexural, shear, and axial load mean values obtained from regular, quality
capacity on number assurance testingThe structural designer is
Increased impact resistance and to provide advised to satisfy themselves, by prior testing if
blast mitigation necessary, that the grade chosen will conform to
Reduction of crack propagation and the performance criteria for their specific design
increased resistance to fatigue requirements.
MasterBrace is ideal for a variety of APPLICATION
structures including For detailed instructions, refer to the MasterBrace
Concrete/Masonry Walls, beams and slabs Application Guidelines for FRP Fabric (Sheet)
Columns and chimneys Materials document.
Silos and tanks Fibers must be completely saturated in resin.
Pipes and tunnels Carry out work only under appropriate
Strengthening of heritage structures. environmental conditions
Seismic Strengthening ESTIMATING DATA
FEATURES AND BENEFITS Follow the engineering design for material
quantities, lengths and section sizes.
High strength to weight ratio provides PACKAGING
additional strength without adding to the
MasterBrace Glass Sheet EU 900 Width 500mm
dead load of a structure
MasterBrace Carbon Fiber 230/400 system: Width
Carbon and Glass allows tailor made 500mm, Length 50M
designs for a wide range of applications
Lightweight easily applied using hand MasterBrace Carbon Fiber 230/200 system: Width
techniques 500mm, Length 100M
Fast curing quick installation avoiding
costly downtime of structures or buildings
Simple installation can be applied in-situ SHELF LIFE
on structures in use MasterBrace fibers have a shelf-life of more than
24 months if stored on warehouse conditions.
PROPERTIES
MasterBrace Carbon fiber sheet
Technical data of fiber 230 gsm 430 gsm
Modulus of elasticity 230 kN/mm 230 kN/mm
Tensile strength 4900 N/mm 4900 N/mm
Weight of C fiber 200 g/m 400 g/m
(main direction)
Density 1.8 g/cm 1.8 g/cm
Ultimate % 1.5 1.5
Thickness for static 0.112 mm 0.25 mm
design weight / density

MasterBrace - Unidirectional Glass fiber sheet


MasterBrace Fibers (formerly known as MBrace fibers)
PRECAUTIONS please make sure that you obtain a copy of the
For the full health and safety hazard information BASF Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from
and how to safely handle and use this product, our office or our website.

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