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QuakeWrap® U41C

Product Description

QuakeWrap® U41C is a high-strength unidirectional carbon fabric. The fabric is black and is impregnated in the field using QuakeBond™ 300SR Saturating Resin to form a carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) used to strengthen structural elements. The fabric weighs 41 oz/yd2 (1390 g/m2) and the fibers are oriented primarily in the longitudinal (0°) direction.

Typical Applications

  • Increased live load capacity in buildings, bridges, floors, roofs, etc.
  • Seismic retrofit of structural elements such as columns, unreinforced masonry walls, etc.
  • Repair of large diameter pipes to achieve strengthening and water-proofing.
  • Repair of damaged structural components caused by aggressive environments, fire, vehicle impact, aging, etc.
  • Changes in structural system: new openings in floors, removal of existing walls, etc.
  • Correction of design or construction errors: misplaced reinforcing bars, insufficient structural depth.

Features

  • High-strength and lightweight fabric ideal for confined spaces.
  • Used for flexure and shear strengthening as well as confinement.
  • Fully compatible and excellent adhesion to QuakeBond™ resins.
  • Non-corrosive.
  • Versatile; can be wrapped around complex shapes.
  • Light weight does not alter mass & dynamic loads on structure.
  • Alkali resistant.
  • Special manufacturing of the fabric makes it very stable & prevents fraying.

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