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[Link]®

CEMENTITIOUS FLEXIBLE WATERPROOFING SLURRY

DESCRIPTION
TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
[Link]® is a ready to use flexible slurry based on a special
2 kg/m2/mm thick/coat
synthetic resin dispersion and a blend of selected cements mixed Nominal coverage
(2 coats required)
with carefully graded aggregate.
@ 10 ºC – 2 hours
USES Pot life @ 20 ºC – 1 hour
[Link]® is used for: @ 30 ºC – 0.5 hours
• Protection and repair of balconies, terraces and haunching Resistant to mechanical stress: 3 days
Hardening time
concrete of roads and bridges Full cure: 7 days
• Waterproofing of new and old buildings (internal Attained after 7 days cure
Resistance to
and external) Positive pressure: 10 bar
water pressure
Negative pressure: 4 bar
• Waterproofing of tanks, containers and water reservoirs
Equivalent concrete cover 180 mm
ADVANTAGES
• Excellent waterproof barrier MIXING
• Effective on negative or positive side It is essential to use a mechanical mixer, such as a slow speed electric
• High bond strength drill fitted with a suitable paddle. Our technical bepartment will be
• Excellent freeze/thaw resistance pleased to supply details of blade design.

• Excellent resistance to chloride ion penetration Fill approximately three quarters of component A (milky liquid) into
a pail and, with continuous stirring, slowly add component B (greyish
• Brush, trowel, or spray applied
powder). Mixing must be continued until the mix is homogeneous
• Reliable application and free of lumps.
• Self-curing
For horizontal surfaces such as the base of reservoirs, add the
• Low in place cost remaining component A. For other applications add only sufficient
• Non-toxic component A to provide a suitable consistency. When the two
• Good abrasion resistance components are mixed together, a plastic thixotropic liquid results
which is easy to apply.
• Approved for use in potable water systems
The very finely dispersed resin component imparts excellent
BONDING/PRIMING adhesion to concrete, plaster, and natural stone surfaces.
No priming required.
Once cured, [Link]® is waterproof and resistant to weathering.
SURFACE PREPARATION It exhibits a high degree of impermeability to water vapour and
carbon dioxide. The cured coating is highly flexible and may be used
All surfaces that are to receive the coating must be free from oil,
to overbridge hairline cracks up to 0.2 mm in width. [Link]® is
grease, wax, dirt or any other form of foreign matter that might
non-toxic and contains no chlorides.
affect adhesion. Typically concrete may require grit blasting.
Spalled surfaces or those containing large blowholes and other COVERAGE
such defects should be repaired using [Link]® or an a.b.e.®
Nominal coverage rate: 8 m2/15 kg for 1 mm wet film thickness.
approved repair mortar. Care must be taken when choosing the
The coverage figure given is theoretical due to wastage factors
repair mortar to ensure that it has all necessary approvals for
and the variety and nature of possible substrates, practical
contact with potable water. If the surface contains small blow
coverage figures will be reduced. A minimum coverage of 2 kg/m2/
holes, typically less than 1 mm wide, the coating can be applied
mm applied in not less than two coats which is recommended.
directly onto the substrate without the need for a treatment.
Cracks which are less than 0.3 mm in width can be over coated as PRE-DAMPENING THE SUBSTRATE
long as the crack is not likely to open up to greater than
Thoroughly dampen the substrate surface with clean water using
0.3 mm (this is greater than the maximum permissible crack widths
a brush, roller or spray. Substrates having a high porosity will
recommended in BS 8007:1987, the British Standard Code of
require more dampening. Do not apply the coating when the
Practice for the design of concrete structures for retaining aqueous
substrate is wet, but allow the water to soak in until the substrate
liquids). Cracks that are greater than 0.3 mm in width should be
is just visibly damp before proceeding. Any excess water must
chased-out to 4 mm in width and approximately 15 mm in depth.
be removed using a sponge. The surface should be SSD (surface
This should be filled with [Link]® (applied using less liquid
saturated dry).
providing a thicker consistency). When the material in the crack has
hardened the coating should be applied over the crack.
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APPLICATION TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE HUMIDITY

Brush: using a block brush, [Link]® should be applied in three MODEL SPECIFICATION
coats to provide a final dry film thickness of between 2 – 3 mm on
Two component, flexible waterproofing slurry. The waterproofing
the surface. Alternate coats should be applied at right angles to
compound shall be [Link]®, a two component, polymer
each other. Allow a minimum of 4 hours at 20 oC/50% RH curing
modified, cementitious coating applied in accordance with
between coats.
the manufacturers recommendations, a.b.e.® Construction
Trowel: horizontal surfaces – the first layer of [Link]® should Chemicals (Pty) Ltd. The coating shall conform to the
be applied to a thickness of 1 – 1.5 mm. Allow a minimum of 4 requirements of EMPA test 235’528, EMPA test 162’475/2 and UK
hours at 20 oC/50% RH curing between coats then apply a second Water Byelaws Scheme (WRc Listed). The compound shall have
layer using a steel float. [Link]® should not be applied thicker a resistance to positive pressure of 10 bar and a resistance to
than 1.5 mm per coat. negative pressure of 4 bar.
The first coat must be allowed to cure, hard to the touch, before PACKAGING
the second coat is applied. There is no maximum over coating time
[Link]® is supplied in 15 kg kits.
but the surface must be kept clean.
The temperature and humidity will have an effect on the rate of HANDLING AND STORAGE
curing, at lower temperatures and humidity curing may take up to This product has a shelf-life of 12 months if kept in a dry cool
16 hours. place in the original packaging. In more extreme conditions this
Pre-dampening of the surface of subsequent coats is not necessary. period might be shortened.

Spray: contact our Technical Department for details of the special HEALTH AND SAFETY
equipment required. [Link] powder is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
The appropriate PPE must be used when mixing and applying the skin. Avoid inhalation of dust and wear suitable respiratory
[Link]®. See the MSDS for further information. protective equipment. [Link]® liquid is not classified as
dangerous. [Link]® when mixed becomes highly alkaline.
REINFORCEMENT WITH ABE.®MESH Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye protection. For
abe.®mesh may be incorporated to reinforce the [Link]®. at both components and mixed material avoid contact with skin and
joints and cracks. eyes. In case of contact with eyes or skin rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
abe.®mesh should be bedded into the first coat while still wet.
Immediately after placing apply a further thin coat of [Link]®. IMPORTANT NOTE
to ‘wet’ out the abe.®mesh.
This data sheet is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s)
Allow the first coat to set before applying the second coat. concerned. Whilst a.b.e.® Construction Chemicals endeavors
to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or
CLEANING
information is accurate and correct, the company cannot – because
Tools, brushes and mixing equipment should be cleaned a.b.e.® has no direct or continuous control over where and how
immediately after use and before material has set with a.b.e.® products are applied – accept any liability either directly or
abe® super brush cleaner followed by washing with soap indirectly arising from the use of a.b.e.® products, whether or not
and water. in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation, or
information given by the company.
PROTECTION ON COMPLETION
[Link]® may be left as is, or: FURTHER INFORMATION
1. Be tiled over. Where other products are to be used in conjunction with this
material, the relevant technical data sheets should be consulted to
2. Painted with high quality PVA acrylic paint.
determine total requirements.

DATE UPDATED: 07/04/2022

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