PRODUCT DATA SHEET

SikaShield® P24 PE 4 mm
Plastomeric bituminous membrane surfaced with PE foil and flexible at 0 °C

DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

SikaShield® P24 PE 4 mm is an APP modified bitumin- ▪ Easy to install by torching method
ous waterproofing membrane with a thickness of 4 ▪ Fully bonded
mm. It is reinforced with a non-woven polyester fabric ▪ Good durability
and is flexible at 0 °C. The top surface is coated with a ▪ Good mechanical properties (tensile, tear, shear)
polyethylene foil, which ensures the bond of the
overlying layer. The underside of the product has a APPROVALS / CERTIFICATES
burn-off film for easy torch-application.
IMPORTANT
USES This Product does not comply with the EU Construc-
tion Products Regulation
The Product is used as a waterproofing membrane for: Pursuant to Article 4 (1) of Regulation (EU) No
▪ Balconies and terraces under a heavy protection lay- 305/2011 (Construction Products Regulation) the
er such as tiles or gravel. manufacturer must draw up a Declaration of Perform-
▪ Flat and sloping roofs under protective layers or bal- ance when placing a product on the market which is
last covered by a harmonised standard (hEN) or conforms
▪ Car park decks to a European Technical Assessment (ETA) which has
▪ Wet areas been issued for it.
▪ Basements and other below ground structures This product is covered by a hEN or conforms to an
▪ Horizontal reinforced concrete slabs, decks, podiums ETA and no Declaration of Performance is existing for
and protrusions it.
▪ Vertical reinforced concrete walls 1. Do not make the product available on the market in
The Product is used as a: countries of the European Union, Switzerland, Nor-
▪ Base sheet in multi-layer systems way, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Turkey.
Please note: 2. Delete this section for publication in all other coun-
▪ The Product is not suitable for roofs permanently ex- tries
posed to UV radiation.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Composition Composition APP modified bitumen
Reinforcing material non-woven polyester fabric

Packaging Roll width 1.0 m (EN 1848-1)

Roll length 10.0 m
Refer to current price list for packaging variations.
Shelf life 12 months from date of production

Product Data Sheet

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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 Polyethylene film
Bottom surface Polyethylene film

Effective thickness Effective thickness 4.0 mm ± 0.2 mm (EN 1849-1)

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Maximum tensile force Longitudinal (MD) 600 N/50 mm ± 120 N/50 (EN 12311-1)
mm
Transversal (CMD) 400 N/50 mm ± 80 N/50
mm

Elongation at maximum tensile force Longitudinal (MD) 35% ± 20% (EN 12311-1)
Transversal (CMD) 40% ± 20%

Resistance to tear Longitudinal (MD) 150 N ± 45 N (EN 12310-1)

Transversal (CMD) 150 N ± 45 N

Joint shear resistance Longitudinal 500 N/50 mm ± 100 N/50 (EN 12317-1)
mm
Transversal 350 N/50 mm ± 70 N/50
mm

Flexibility at low temperature ≤ 0 °C (EN 1109)

Watertightness Method B: 24 hours at 60 Pass (EN 1928)

kPa

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Ambient air temperature Minimum +5 °C
Maximum +40 °C

Relative air humidity Maximum 80 %

Substrate temperature Minimum +5 °C

Maximum +40 °C

BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY

All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are This product is an article as defined in article 3 of regu-
based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may lation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH). It contains no sub-
vary due to circumstances beyond our control. stances which are intended to be released from the
article under normal or reasonably foreseeable condi-
FURTHER INFORMATION tions of use. A safety data sheet following article 31 of
the same regulation is not needed to bring the
▪ Guidelines and good practice for torch-applied mem- product to the market, to transport or to use it. For
branes safe use follow the instructions given in this product
▪ Method Statement - Roofing Build-up with Bitumin- data sheet.Based on our current knowledge, this
ous Membranes product does not contain SVHC (substances of very
▪ Method Statement - Bituminous membranes for be- high concern) as listed in Annex XIV of the REACH reg-
low ground ulation or on the candidate list published by the
European Chemicals Agency in concentrations above
0.1 % (w/w)

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT
Reduced adhesion through insufficient heating
Make sure to heat the membrane sufficiently. If it is
SUBSTRATE QUALITY not sufficiently heated, the adhesion to the substrate,
between layers or on the overlaps will be reduced.
SYSTEM DESIGN 1. If the membrane does not adhere to other elements,
Consider the following when designing the roof sys- lift and retorch the unbonded areas.
tem: Seasonal symbol
▪ The supporting structure must be of sufficient struc- Note: If a seasonal symbol is printed on the roll’s label,
tural strength to support all new and existing layers it is advisable to use the membrane during the indic-
of the roof build-up. ated season.
▪ The complete roof system must be designed to with- Tackiness at high temperatures
stand and be secured against wind uplift loadings. Note: When laying the membrane at high temperat-
▪ The wind uplift resistance of the adhered roofing as- ures, the integral adhesive will become 'tacky' and
sembly is limited by the adhesion strength of the may restrict laying operations.
Product to the substrate. ALIGNMENT
SUBSTRATE CONDITION IMPORTANT
The substrate surface must be uniform, firm, smooth Avoid coinciding joints
and free of any sharp protrusion or burrs, clean, dry, To avoid coinciding joints, lay the membranes parallel
free of grease, laitance, oil, dust and loosely adhering to one another. When applying on another bituminous
particles. membrane, make sure to straddle the overlaps of the
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION previous layer.
1. Unroll the membrane.
PRIMING 2. Align the membrane.
Primer selection 3. Re-roll the membrane before application.
Note: For information on selecting the appropriate MEMBRANE OVERLAPS
primer, contact Sika technical service. 1. Overlap the membranes by a minimum of 100 mm
1. Apply the appropriate Sika® primer with the required on the sides and 150 mm on each end.
consumption onto the prepared dry surface. 2. At the end overlap, cut off a corner measuring 100
Note: Refer to the individual Product Data Sheet of mm per side at an angle of 45°.
the primer. 3. Weld the overlaps with great care until you see a
2. Allow the primer to dry before membrane installa- trickle of melted mixture about 10 mm wide coming
tion. out along the line of the overlap.
TORCHING
APPLICATION 1. Heat the substrate and the backing film on the un-
derside of the membrane with a gas burner.
IMPORTANT 2. When the backing film starts to melt, the membrane
Unrolling at low temperatures is ready to stick.
At low temperatures, the membrane becomes less 3. Roll the heated membrane forward and press it
flexible. firmly against the substrate to bond it.
1. Be careful when unrolling to avoid damaging the 4. Make sure a bead of melted bitumen is visible along
membrane. the full length of the overlap sides and ends when
IMPORTANT laying.
Damage through footwear Suitable substrates for torching
Footwear with spikes or sharp protrusions may punc- ▪ Concrete
ture the membrane. ▪ Perlite screed
1. Use footwear with a flat profile when walking over ▪ Bituminous membranes with a smooth surface
the membrane. ▪ Coatings (check the compatibility)
IMPORTANT ▪ Brick masonry
Damage through overheating ▪ Cementitious screeds
The polyester reinforcement melts at +260 °C. If it is DETAILING
damaged through overheating, the membrane be- 1. Use a sharp knife to cut in all details such as internal
comes unusable. and external corners, upstands, vent pipes, drains,
1. Keep moving the flame while torching to avoid over- support metalwork etc.
heating the membrane. Refer to the relevant method statement for further in-
formation on detailing.

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

LEGAL NOTES
The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika’s cur-
rent knowledge and experience of the products when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal
conditions in accordance with Sika’s recommenda-
tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
ranty 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 recom-
mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
user of the product must test the product’s suitability
for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
serves 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. It may be necessary to ad-
apt the above disclaimer to specific local laws and reg-
ulations. Any changes to this disclaimer may only be
implemented with permission of Sika® Corporate Legal
in Baar.

Sika Egypt
1st Industrial Zone (A)
Section #10, Block 13035
El Obour City, Egypt
TEL: +202 44810580
FAX: +202 44810459
egy.sika.com

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