Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Aslan 200
CFRP REBAR

Aslan 200 Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) Rebar is the newest member of the Aslan FRP family. Aslan 200 allows designers to utilize the greater modulus and tensile strengths of carbon fiber in a non-metallic reinforcing bar. Aslan 200 can be used for both new construction and as a strengthening material for the novel new technique known as Near Surface Mount or NSM strengthening.

Benefits of Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar

Aslan 200
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CFRP REBAR

Impervious to chloride ion and chemical attack Tensile strengths greater than steel Modulus approaching that of steel and three times that of GFRP Rebar Better utilization of fiber properties as dictated by ACI440.1R-01 1/5th the weight of steel reinforcing Surface treatment to enhance bond to portland cement for new construction, and grout or structural epoxies when used for NSM strengthening.

Features of Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar

While more costly than the Aslan 100 family of GFRP Rebar, Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar allows the civil engineer the ability to optimize the design of a structure using all non-metallic reinforcing. Aslan 100 GFRP may be used in areas of the structure that are considered secondary load bearing members or as temperature and shrinkage reinforcing. Aslan 200 with its greater modulus of elasticity and better fiber utilization based on ACI440 design guidance can be used in areas of the concrete structure subjected to greater loads and larger long-term stresses. For strengthening of existing structural elements, Aslan 200 may be used to increase the flexural or shear capacity of a member. In this technique, the Aslan 200 is placed in a groove cut into the surface of the element. The rod is embedded in a cementitious grout or high strength structural epoxy adhesive. NSM strengthening is appropriate for concrete, masonry or wood structural elements. Unlike Aslan 100 GFRP, Aslan 200 CFRP bars are semi-conductive of thermal, electrical and radio-frequency energy.

Physical Properties
Bar Diameter (mm) 6 9 12 (in) #2 #3 #4 Cross Sectional Area* (mm2) 29.9 65.2 108.3 (in2) 0.0464 0.1010 0.1679 Nominal Diameter Tensile Strength (MPa) 2068 2068 2068 (ksi) 300 300 300 (mm) 6 9 12 (in) 0.254 0.362 0.470

Tensile Modulus Ultimate of Elasticity Strain (Gpa) 124 124 124 (psi 106) (%) 18 18 18

Hughes Brothers reserves the right to make improvements in the product and/or process which may result in benefits or changes to some physical-mechanical characteristics. Please refer to our web site at www.hughesbros.com for the most current values. The data contained herein is considered representative of current production and is believed to be reliable and to represent the best available characterization of the product as of December 2002.

Nominal Diameter The nominal diameter of the rebar is the average diameter and assumes the shape of the rebar is a circle. Tensile Stress Tensile stress values shown are determined as the average failure load divided by the nominal bar diameter minus three standard deviations. Per ACI440 definition, this is the Guaranteed Tensile Strength, f*fu. *Measured Cross Sectional Area The cross sectional area of the rebar as determined by immersing a sample in water and measuring the volume displacement of the piece. When calculating the cross sectional area, the cross section is assumed to be a circle. The published value represents the actual measured value, which may differ slightly from the nominal diameter. Tensile Modulus of Elasticity This value is the mean modulus of a sample of test specimens. Unlike steel materials, the stress-strain curve of FRP is linear elastic to failure.

Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar

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Bond Stress to Concrete The bond stress to concrete is based on pull out tests performed at the University of Missouri Rolla. This method is used as it is easily repeatable and gives an indication of relative performance. (Photos courtesy of University of Missouri Rolla.) Research has shown that the bond strength does not vary significantly with varying concrete strength, provided the concrete block is properly sized to prevent splitting. In order to control the embedment length within the block, the rods are prepared with a bond breaker, which consists of soft plastic tubing placed around the rods to prevent contact between the rod and the concrete. The embedment length is 5 bar diameters.

For ACI440 crack width equations, the variable kb bond-dependent coefficient for Aslan 200 should be kb = 1.2.

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: Typical Values - Based on ACI440.1R-01 Transverse Direction Longitudinal Direction.. Barcol Hardness: 48 - 55 per ASTM D2583 41 to 58 X 10-6/F (74 to 104 X 10-6/C) -4 to 0.0 X 10-6/F (-9 to 0.0 X 10-6/C)

Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar

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Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Maximum Bond Stress of Aslan 200 CFRP bars . 1225 psi (8.45MPa)

Stirrups, Shapes and Bends Design Considerations New Construction

The ACI440.1R-01 includes provisions for: Flexure Shear Temperature and Shrinkage Reinforcing Lap Splice and Development Lengths The 440 design guide does NOT allow the use of FRP bars for: Compression Reinforcement Seismic Zones Moment Frames Zones where moment redistribution is required Structures subject to high temperatures

Bent shapes with FRP bars are readily available in the Aslan 100 GFRP family, but at this time are not available for the Aslan 200 series CFRP bars. Please see the Aslan 100 literature for information about GFRP stirrups and bent shapes.

Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Direct substitution between CFRP, GFRP or steel bars is not possible due to various differences in the physical and mechanical properties of the materials. The recently publish ACI440.1R-01 Guide for the Design and Construction of Concrete Reinforced with FRP Bars provides the design engineer with the latest information necessary to perform a conservative and safe implementation of the Aslan FRP family of reinforcing.

To aid the designer in the use of this new design guide, Hughes Brothers and CoForce International Consultants offer at no charge a software implementation of the 440.1R-01 design guide to simplify the design process.

Handling and Placement of CFRP Bars for New Construction

When necessary, cutting of the CFRP rebars should be done with a masonry or diamond blade, grinder or fine blade saw. A dust mask is suggested when cutting the bars. It is recommended that work gloves be worn when handling and placing CFRP rebars. CFRP rebar has a low specific gravity and may float in concrete during vibration. Care should be exercised to adequately secure CFRP bars in formwork using chairs, plastic coated wire ties or nylon zip ties. Care should be taken to avoid abrading the CFRP bars by dragging them or rubbing against other surfaces. This may degrade the tensile strength of the bar.

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Design Considerations NSM Strengthening

Structural strengthening using Aslan 200 is based on the principles of ACI440.2R-02 Guide for the Design and Construction of Externally Bonded FRP Systems for Strengthening Concrete Structures and ACI440.1R-01 Guide for the Design and Construction of Concrete Reinforced with FRP Bars. As of this writing, ACI committee 440 has not yet addressed the new and novel techniques described by researchers involved in NSM strengthening. A companion document to this product literature, Guide to Flexural and Shear Strengthening of RC members using Near Surface Mounted FRP Composites describes proposals under consideration but not yet adopted by committee 440. (Oct 2002). In addition to the proposed design guideline, design software is available at no charge that implements the design philosophy described in the companion document for both Aslan 500 CFRP Tape and Aslan 200 CFRP bars. The program requires the user to provide geometry, material properties and loading configurations. The ultimate flexural strength and shear strength are evaluated by separate software routines. The software was developed by CoForce International Consultants. The software modules are based in MATHCAD.
The programs are intended for use only by structural and analysis professionals and do not, nor are intend to, replace formal training with respect to the design, construction, repair or strengthening of concrete structures. While every attempt has been made to verify and validate the accuracy and contents of this program, no guarantee or warranty either expressed or implied, is offered regarding the universal adoption of the results of the program. It is the responsibility of the structural design and analysis professionals to substantiate their conclusions drawn from the results of the program. The authors and Hughes Brothers, Inc will not be held responsible for the conclusions, interpretations, recommendations or analyses of others using this program. Design guidelines published in the companion document are adapted from a paper to be published in the Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE by Parretti and Nanni. The role of Hughes Brothers is simply as manufacturer of the materials used in these techniques and to assist the practitioner in the adoption and use of the materials produced.

A companion product to Aslan 200 is the Aslan 500 CFRP Tape. Aslan 500 is intended for flat surfaces and is embedded in a saw kerf cut. See the Aslan 500 literature for more details. Use of Aslan 200 Rebar & Aslan 500 Tape for structural strengthening in the NSM technique is licensed under US Patent #5,894,003.

Aslan 200 CFRP Rebar

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Hughes Brothers, Inc.

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Phone: 800-869-0359 402-643-2991 210 N. 13 Street Fax: 402-643-2149 Seward, NE 68434 www.hughesbros.com Email: doug@hughesbros.com

Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Installation of Aslan 200 for NSM Strengthening

After assessment of the condition of the existing structure and design by a competent professional, installation of the CFRP Tape is performed according to the following general outline. (photos courtesy of Univ of Missouri Rolla) 1. Using a diamond blade concrete saw or grinder, a groove of 1.5 times the bar diameter is cut. 2. The groove is thoroughly cleaned using a vacuum and/or compressed air. 3. The slot is masked to prevent excess adhesive from marring surface. 4. Structural adhesive Gel is filled in the slot. Care should be made to avoid entrapped air voids. 5. The CFRP Bar is seated on edge in the groove. 6. General clean up and removal of any masking.

Aslan 200

CFRP REBAR

Recommended Structural Adhesives include:

- Master Builders Concresive 1420

Groove is cut into element

Filling groove with structural adhesive

Inserting CFRP

Strengthened installation with clean appearance

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