CSS V-Wrap™ HMCA
CSS V-Wrap HMCA is a high-strength, high-modulus unidirectional carbon fiber anchor. This fiber is designed to be field laminated with CSS V-Wrap 770 epoxy to create a carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composite. The composite can be used as a standalone reinforcement or for improving force transfer.
Key Features
- Manufactured using ICC-approved raw materials
- High tensile modulus and strength
- Lightweight
- Noncorrosive
Product Details
Key Features
- Manufactured using ICC-approved raw materials
- High tensile modulus and strength
- Lightweight
- Noncorrosive
- Flexible
- Various finish options
Applications
The CSS V-Wrap HMCA carbon fiber anchor is combined with CSS V-Wrap epoxies and can be used as a standalone reinforcement or to improve end details and anchorage of various CSS V-Wrap designs.
- Load increases
- Seismic strengthening
- Repair of structural elements
- Change in structural system
- Design or construction defects
Color
- Black
Storage Conditions
- Store dry at 40°F – 90°F (4°C – 32°C)
Shelf Life
- 10 years in unopened, undamaged packaging
Options
CSS V-Wrap HMCA are special-order carbon-fiber anchors available in the diameters listed below in custom lengths in folded versions for termination anchoring and unfolded versions for through anchoring. Please contact Simpson Strong-Tie for ordering instructions.
| Part # | Diameter | Saturating Rates1 |
| CV-HMCA25X | 1/4″ (6.4 mm) | 0.2 US gal. (0.8 L) |
| CV-HMCA37X | 3/8″ (9.5 mm) | 0.5 US gal. (1.7 L) |
| CV-HMCA50X | 1/2″ (12.7 mm) | 0.8 US gal. (3.1 L) |
| CV-HMCA62X | 5/8″ (15.9 mm) | 1.3 US gal. (4.8 L) |
| CV-HMCA75X | 3/4″ (19.1 mm) | 1.8 US gal. (7.0 L) |
| CV-HMCA87X | 7/8″ (22.2 mm) | 2.5 US gal. (9.5 L) |
| CV-HMCA100X | 1″ (25.4 mm) | 3.3 US gal. (12.4 L) |
| CV-HMCA112X | 1 1/8″ (28.6 mm) | 4.1 US gal. (15.7 L) |
| CV-HMCA125X | 1 1/4″ (31.8 mm) | 5.1 US gal. (19.4 L) |
| CV-HMCA137X | 1 3/8″ (34.9 mm) | 6.2 US gal. (23.4 L) |
| CV-HMCA150X | 1 1/2″ (38.1 mm) | 7.4 US gal. (27.9 L) |
- 1. Saturating rates based on 100 anchors (12″ long) saturated with CSS V-Wrap 770 and are highly dependent on saturating method, waste, etc.
Literature
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Strengthening Brochure
CRB Article
Code Reports & Compliance
| Product Series | Compliance/Certification | Report/Approval |
CSS V-Wrap™ HMCA | International Building Code International Residential Code Hazard Communication Standard | ER-836 Safety Data Sheet for CSS V-Wrap™ HMCA |