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CSS-EP Epoxy Paste and Filler

CSS-EP

CSS-EP is a two-component, high-strength, high-modulus epoxy paste system used to fill and transition irregular substrates and adhere Simpson Strong-Tie® Composite Strengthening Systems™ (CSS) laminates in both surface mounted and near surface mounted (NSM) applications. This product has been evaluated per ICC-ES AC125 for concrete and unreinforced masonry strengthening using externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite systems. This product is NSF-listed safe for potable water. Please refer to the NSF listing for the NSF 61–listed application. This product is part of the tested assembly in UL Design No. N861, which achieved a four-hour fire rating when subjected to ASTM E119 / UL 263 full-scale fire testing. Please refer to UL Online Certifications Directory for the UL listing.

Key Features

  • Long working time
  • High elongation
  • Ambient cure
  • Minimal odor
  • High versatility
  • VOC compliant
  • NSF listed
  • UL listed

Applications

  • Seismic retrofit
  • Load rating upgrade
  • Damage repair
  • Defect remediation
  • Blast mitigation

    Mixing Ratio

    • 2A:1B by volume

    Storage Conditions

    • Store material in a dry area between 45°F (7°C) and 95°F (35°C) with no exposure to moisture.

    Shelf Life

    • 2 years in unopened container

    Options

    Kit Size / Model No.

    • 3 US gallon (11.4 L) / CSS-EP-3KT

    Warranty

    • This product is covered by the Simpson Strong-Tie RPS Product One-Year Limited Warranty, which is available at strongtie.com/limited-warranties or by calling Simpson Strong-Tie at (800) 999-5099

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