Roofing

Product Data Sheet

Edition Oct 2011
Version 001

Sarnafil® G 476
Polymeric membrane for roof waterproofing

Product Sarnafil® G 476 is a multi-layer, synthetic roof waterproofing membrane based on

Description premium-quality polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with an inlay of glass non-woven.
Uses Waterproofing membrane for:
„ Concealed flat roofs (green roofs, utility decks, ballasted roofs)
Characteristics / „ Outstanding root resistance
Advantages „ Excellent weldability
„ Good flexibility in cold temperatures
„ Excellent dimensional stability
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„ High resistance to mechanical impact

„ High water vapour permeability
„ Recyclable
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Approval / Standard Sarnafil G 476 is designed and manufactured to meet most international
recognised standards.
„ Polymeric sheets for roof waterproofing according to EN 13956, certified by
notified body and provided with the CE-mark.
„ Polymeric PVC sheets for waterproofing according to GB12952, Type G.
„ Official quality approvals and agreement certificates and approvals.
„ Monitoring and assessment by approved laboratories.
„ Quality management system in accordance with EN ISO 9001/14001.
Appearance / Colours Top surface: Orange
Bottom surface: Dark grey
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Packaging Sarnafil G 476 standard rolls are wrapped individually in a blue PE-foil. The roll
width is 2.0 m and the roll length depends on the membrane thickness:
1.2 mm 25.0 m (approx. 82 kg per roll)
1.5 mm 20.0 m (approx. 78 kg per roll)
2.0 mm 15.0 m (approx. 81 kg per roll)
Storage Conditions / Rolls must be stored in a horizontal position on pallet and protected from direct
Shelf-Life sunlight, rain and snow. Product does not expire if correctly stored.
Do not stack pallets of rolls during transport or storage.

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Technical Data
Unit Test Method Properties
G 476-12 G 476-15 G 476-20
Effective thickness mm EN 1948-2 1.2 1.5 2.0
Water tightness - EN 1928 Pass Pass Pass
Effects of liquid - EN 1847 On request On request On request
chemicals incl. water
Reaction to fire - EN ISO 11925-2 E E E
EN 13501-1
Water vapour - EN 1931 15’000 15’000 15’000
transmission properties
Joint peel resistance N/50mm EN 12316-2 - - -
Joints sheer resistance N/50mm EN 12317-2 ≥ 500 ≥ 500 ≥ 500
Tensile strength N/mm2 EN 12311-2 ≥ 8.5 ≥ 8.5 ≥ 8.5
Elongation % EN 12311-2 ≥ 180 ≥ 180 ≥ 180
Resistance to impact EN 12691
hard substrate mm ≥ 400 ≥ 500 ≥ 700
soft substrate mm ≥ 800 ≥ 1’000 ≥ 1’250
Resistance to static load EN 12730
rigid substrate kg ≥ 20 ≥ 20 ≥ 20
soft substrate kg ≥ 20 ≥ 20 ≥ 20
Dimensional stability % EN 1107-2 ≤ |0.2| ≤ |0.2| ≤ |0.2|
Foldability at low ºC EN 495-5 ≤ -25 ≤ -25 ≤ -25
temperature

Resistance to root Pass FLL

penetration

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System
Information
System Structure A wide range of tested and approved Sika accessories for the single ply roofing
system is available: vapour retarder, thermal insulation, separation layer, fasteners,
detailing membrane, contact adhesive, perimeter bars, welding cords, termination
bars, sealants, prefabricated parts (corners, roof drains, scuppers, walkway pads,
lightning conductor clips etc.) etc.

Application Details
Substrate Quality The substrate surface must be uniform, smooth and free of any sharp protrusions or
burrs. The supporting layer must be compatible to the membrane, clean, dry and
free of grease and dust.

Application
Conditions / Limits
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Temperature The use of Sarnafil G 476 membrane is limited to geographical locations with an
average monthly ambient temperature in the range of -30 °C to +50 °C.
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Compatibility Sarnafil G 476 is not compatible with direct contact to other plastics, e.g. EPS,
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XPS, PUR, PIR or PF. Sarnafil G 476 is not resistant to tar, bitumen, oil and
solvent containing materials. Use and approved separation layer to completely
separate Sarnafil® G 476 from any incompatible substrate.

Installation
Instructions
Installation Method / Refer to the Sika Installation Manuals for single ply PVC membranes.
Tools ®
Sarnafil G 476 is loosely laid onto the substrate and covered with ballast. The roof
perimeter has to be fixed mechanically to keep the membrane in place.
Overlap seams are welded by electric hot air welding equipment, such as manual
hot air welding machines and pressure rollers or automatic hot air welding
machines with controlled hot air temperature.
Recommended type of equipment: Leister Triac PID (manual welding) and
plus
Sarnamatic 661 (automatic welding)
Welding parameters including temperature, machine speed, air flow, pressure and
machine settings must be evaluated, adapted and checked on site according to the
type of equipment and the climatic situation prior to welding. The effective width of
welded overlaps by hot air should be minimum 20 mm.
The seams must be mechanically tested with screw driver to ensure the integrity /
completion of the weld. Any imperfections must be rectified by hot air welding.
Notes on Installation / Installation works must be carried out only by Sika instructed and approved roofing
Limits contractors.
Temperature limits for the installation of the membrane:
Substrate temperature: -30 °C min. / +60 °C max.
Ambient temperature: -20 °C min. / +60 °C max.
Installation of some ancillary products, e.g. contact adhesives / cleaners is limited to
temperatures above +5 °C. Please observe information given by Product Data
Sheets.
Special measures may be compulsory for installation below +5 °C ambient
temperature due to safety requirements in accordance with national regulations.

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 Value Base All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.

Local Restrictions Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of this
product may vary from country to country. Please consult the local Product Data
Sheet for the exact description of the application fields.

Ecology, Health A Safety Data Sheet following EC-Regulation 1907/2006, Article 31 is not needed
to bring the product to the market, to transport or to use it. The product does not
and Safety damage the environment when used as specified.
Information
Protective Measures Fresh air ventilation must be ensured, when working (welding) in closed rooms.
Local safety regulations must be observed.
Transportation Class The product is not classified as hazardous good for transport.
Disposal The material is recyclable. Disposal must be according to local regulations. Please
contact your local Sika sales organisation for more information.
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Legal note: The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-
use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sika's current knowledge and experience of the
products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sika's
recommendations. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such
that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability arising
out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from any written
recommendations, or from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the product’s
suitability for the intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its
products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product
Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.

Sika Sarnafil Waterproofing Systems (Shanghai) Ltd.

4555, Hua Ning Road, Xinzhuang Industrial Park Phone +86 21 3407 3788
Minhang District Telefax +86 21 3407 3799
Shanghai 201108, PR China Info.roofing@cn.sika.com | www.sika.cn

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