Sikashield w159 Ed15mm

PRODUCT DATA SHEET
SikaShield® W159 ED 1,5 mm

Bituminous waterproofing membrane wet applied
DESCRIPTION The Product is used as a:

▪ Single layer under heavy protection
SikaShield® W159 ED 1,5 mm is an adhesive bitumin- ▪ Base sheet in multi-layer systems
ous waterproofing membrane wet applied to the con- Please note:
crete surface by the adhesive mortar SikaShield® W1. ▪ The Product is not suitable for roofs permanently ex-
It has a thickness of 1.5 mm and is flexible at -15 °C. It posed to UV radiation.
is reinforced with a cross-laminated PE film, which
gives high mechanical properties to the membrane. FEATURES
The top surface and the underside have a removable
liner over the adhesive compound for an easy applica- ▪ No-torch application allows for safe installation in
tion. confined spaces
▪ Fully bonded system ensures reliable waterproofing
▪ Watertight against lateral water migration
USES ▪ Can be applied on wet concrete
The Product is used as a waterproofing membrane for: ▪ Fast and easy installation
▪ Basements and other below ground structures ▪ Flame-free application
▪ Vertical reinforced concrete walls ▪ Requires minimal surface preparation
▪ Single and strip foundations ▪ High impact resistance
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Composition Composition Polymer modified bitumen
Reinforcing material PE (a cross-laminated Polyethylene)
Packaging Roll width 1.0 m (EN 1848-1)

Roll length 20.0 m
Refer to the current price list for available packaging variations.
Shelf life 12 months from date of production
Storage conditions The Product must be stored in original unopened and undamaged pack-
aging in dry conditions and temperatures between +5 °C and +35 °C. Store
in a vertical position. Do not stack pallets of the rolls on top of each other,
or under pallets of any other materials during transport or storage. Always
refer to packaging.
Appearance and colour Top surface Removable foil
Bottom surface Removable foil
Effective thickness Effective thickness 1.5 mm ± 0.15 mm (EN 1849-1)
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Resistance to static puncture 240N ±10% (ASTM E154)
Tensile strength 3 N/mm2 ± 10% (ASTM D412)
Elongation 330 % ± 10 % (ASTM D412)
Resistance to tear 30 N (± 10 %) (ASTM D624)
Joint peel resistance 400 N/m (± 10 %) (ASTM D1876)

(At 23 °C)
Foldability at low temperature Low temperature flexibility Unaffected (ASTM D1970)
(At -29° C)
Resistance to lateral water migration 70 m ± 7 m (ASTM D5385 / D5385M)
Permeability to water vapour 0.008 g/m2/24hr/mm-Hg ±10% (ASTM E96)
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Ambient air temperature Minimum +5 °C
Maximum +50 °C
Relative air humidity Maximum 80 %
Substrate temperature Minimum +5 °C

Maximum +50 °C
BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA ▪ If used as a roof system, the complete system

must be designed to withstand and be secured
All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are against wind uplift loadings.
based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may SUBSTRATE CONDITION
vary due to circumstances beyond our control. The membrane is applied directly onto the adhesive
mortar SikaShield® W1. Refer to the PDS of that
product for information on substrate condition re-
ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY quirements.
This product is an article as defined in article 3 of regu- APPLICATION
lation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH). It contains no sub-
stances which are intended to be released from the IMPORTANT
article under normal or reasonably foreseeable condi- Unrolling at low temperatures
tions of use. A safety data sheet following article 31 of At low temperatures, the membrane becomes less
the same regulation is not needed to bring the flexible.
product to the market, to transport or to use it. For 1. Be careful when unrolling to avoid damaging the
safe use follow the instructions given in this product membrane.
data sheet.Based on our current knowledge, this IMPORTANT
product does not contain SVHC (substances of very Damage through footwear
high concern) as listed in Annex XIV of the REACH reg- Footwear with spikes or sharp protrusions may punc-
ulation or on the candidate list published by the ture the membrane.
European Chemicals Agency in concentrations above 1. Use footwear with a flat profile when walking over
0.1 % (w/w) the membrane.
IMPORTANT
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Application at less than +5 °C
When applying the membranes at temperatures lower
than +5 °C, use heating equipment to ensure that the
SUBSTRATE QUALITY substrate temperature is within the given temperature
range.
SYSTEM DESIGN Seasonal symbol
Consider the following when designing the system: Note: If a seasonal symbol is printed on the roll’s label,
▪ The supporting structure must be of sufficient struc- it is advisable to use the membrane during the indic-
tural strength to support all new and existing ated season.
layers of the system build-up.
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Tackiness at high temperatures LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
Note: When laying the membrane at high temperat-
ures, the integral adhesive will become 'tacky' and Please note that as a result of specific local regulations
may restrict laying operations. the performance of this product may vary from coun-
ALIGNMENT try to country. Please consult the local Product Data
IMPORTANT Sheet for the exact description of the application
Avoid coinciding joints fields.
To avoid coinciding joints, lay the membranes parallel
to one another. When applying on another bituminous
membrane, make sure to straddle the overlaps of the
LEGAL NOTES
previous layer. The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
1. Unroll the membrane. tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
2. Align the membrane. products, are given in good faith based on Sika’s cur-
3. Re-roll the membrane before application. rent knowledge and experience of the products when
WET APPLICATION properly stored, handled and applied under normal
Preconditions conditions in accordance with Sika’s recommenda-
Before the application of the adhesive mortar, the tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
concrete substrate has been saturated with water. strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
The adhesive mortar SikaShield® W1 has been applied ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
onto the substrate and is still wet. particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
1. Lay the membrane directly over the wet adhesive legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
mortar. from this information, or from any written recom-
2. At one end of the membrane, peel away part of the mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
release liner from the membrane's underside. user of the product must test the product’s suitability
3. Bond this end of the membrane to the adhesive and
for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
the substrate.
4. Continue to peel away the release liner sideways serves the right to change the properties of its
from the rest of the membrane's underside. products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
5. Bond the rest of the membrane to the adhesive and be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
the substrate. current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
6. IMPORTANT If the ambient temperature is below refer to the most recent issue of the local Product
+10 °C, seal the membrane overlaps by heating them Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which
with a gas torch or with hot air.Seal the membrane will be supplied on request.
overlaps to avoid trapping the adhesive under the
overlap, which can compromise the adhesion.
7. Roll the surface of the applied membrane with a
roller from the centre to the edge to remove any air
bubbles.
8. Push any excess of adhesive towards the opposite
direction of the sealed side overlap.
9. Allow the adhesive mortar to cure for at least 24
hours at +25 °C before you start backfilling.
10. Backfilling within 7 days after completion of applica-
tion.
DETAILING
1. Use a sharp knife to cut in all details such as internal
and external corners, upstands, vent pipes, drains,
support metalwork etc.
Refer to the relevant method statement for further in-
formation on detailing.
Sika (Thailand) Limited

700/37 Moo 5 Amata City Chonburi
Industrial Estate, T. Klong Tamhru
A. Muang, Chonburi 20000, Thailand
Tel : +66 3810 9500
E-mail : sikathai@th.sika.com
Website: tha.sika.com
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET

SikaShield® W159 ED 1,5 mm

DESCRIPTION The Product is used as a:

Packaging Roll width 1.0 m (EN 1848-1)

Effective thickness Effective thickness 1.5 mm ± 0.15 mm (EN 1849-1)

Product Data Sheet

Tensile strength 3 N/mm2 ± 10% (ASTM D412)

Elongation 330 % ± 10 % (ASTM D412)

Resistance to tear 30 N (± 10 %) (ASTM D624)

Joint peel resistance 400 N/m (± 10 %) (ASTM D1876)

Permeability to water vapour 0.008 g/m2/24hr/mm-Hg ±10% (ASTM E96)

Relative air humidity Maximum 80 %

Substrate temperature Minimum +5 °C

BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA ▪ If used as a roof system, the complete system

Product Data Sheet

Sika (Thailand) Limited

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