Rebar Primer/Bond-Ci: Cementitious Corrosion Protection and Bonding Agent

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AQUAFIN Inc.

505 Blue Ball Rd. #160


Elkton, MD 21921
p: 410-392-2300
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Technical Datasheet

REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI
Cementitious corrosion protection and bonding agent

CSI Div. 03 Technical Properties:


03 01 00 Maintenance of Concrete
Physical state Cement powder
LEED Points Color Red
MR Credit 5.1, Regional Materials..........................Up to 2 Points
IEQ Credit 4.2, Low-Emitting Materials Paints and Coatings...1 Point Components One
Using this AQUAFIN product can help contribute to LEED certification of projects in the
categories shown above.
Bulk density 1.2 kg/dm3
Working time ~60 minutes @ 68°F (20°C)
Product Description: Application temperature 40°F (5°C) to 95°F (35°C)
REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI is a one-component, cementitious, anti-
corrosion coating for protection of steel reinforcement and as a Physical Properties: The values stated are applicable with
bonding agent for concrete surfaces. ambient temperatures of 73° F (23° C) and 50% relative air humidity.
Higher temperatures shorten the processing time, lower temperatures
extend processing times.
Typical Applications:
• As an anti-corrosion, protective coating for steel rebar in concrete Flexural Strength ~1,400 psi @ 28 days
restoration. ASTM C 348
• As a bonding agent for concrete repair mortars or fresh concrete. Splitting Tensile Strength ~500 psi @ 28 days
ASTM C 496
Advantages:
• Mixes with water only Slant Shear ~2,600 psi @ 28 days
• Extended pot life and contact time ASTM C 882
• VOC compliant (solvent free) Yield as a Bonding Agent:
• Resistant to penetration of water and chlorides ~60 ft2/mixed gal. (one coat at 20 mils)
• Excellent workability with long pot life Yield on Reinforcing Steel
• Very easy to use even on vertical and overhead areas ~30 ft2/mixed gal. (two coats at 20 mils each)
• Extended open time allowing for repair mortars up to 3 days
after application Bar Size Linear Feet (m) Covered
• Can be applied by brush or spray #4 230 (70)
• Active corrosion inhibitor
#5 184 (61)
Substrate Preparation: #6 153 (47)
• Before application of REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI, exposed steel #7 131 (40)
reinforcement must be cleaned by abrasive blasting.
• Concrete reinforcement must be dry, dust and grease free. Follow #8 115 (35)
abrasive blasting by removing all dust (refer to SSPC-SP-10 or
NACE-2)
Mix REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI with a suitable drill (max. 300 rpm)
• Concrete surfaces must be clean and free from laitance, dirt, dust
and mixing paddle (mixing time approx. 2 – 3 minutes) until a
and any other bond inhibiting substances.
homogenous and lump free consistency is achieved. Allow material
• Prepare surface by mechanical means to obtain a surface
to sit approx. 2 minutes then remix 15 – 30 sec. Only mix as much
profile of CSP 3 - CSP 5 per ICRI Guideline No. 310.2-R2013,
material as can be used within working life of the material (1 hour
Selecting and Specifying Concrete Surface Preparation for
depending on temperature).
Sealers, Coatings, Polymer Overlays and Concrete Repair.
• Concrete surfaces must be left in a saturated surface dry (SSD)
Application:
condition immediately prior to the application of REBAR PRIMER/
• Steel reinforcement anti-corrosion coating:
BOND-CI.
Apply REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI by brush or spray at a thickness
of 20 mils to properly prepared steel reinforcement. Take care
Mixing Ratio:
to properly coat the underside of the exposed steel. Apply the
• 10 lb.( 4.5 kg) pail: 1.4 qts. (1.32 L) of water
second coat, at the same rate, after the first coat has dried
(yield of 0.75 mixed gallon)
(approx. 2 hours). Place repair mortar after primer has dried and
within 7 days of application.

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REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI
• Concrete bonding agent: Note:
Apply REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI by brush or spray at a thickness Proper application is the responsibility of the user. Field visits by
of 20 mils to a properly prepared and SSD concrete surface. AQUAFIN personnel are for the purpose of making technical
recommendations and not for supervising or providing quality
Application of repair mortar or fresh concrete is best while the control on-site.
REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI is wet. Place repair mortar or fresh
concrete immediately after application of bonding agent, or after Health & Safety:
it has dried (2 to 4 hours), but within 3 days of application. Refer to SDS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI contains cement that forms an alkaline
Clean-up: reaction with moisture. Therefore contact with the eyes and skin is
Thoroughly clean tools with water (before material hardens). to be avoided and mortar splashes are to be thoroughly washed
off immediately with plenty of water. On contact with the eyes, seek
Shelf Life: medical attention from an eye specialist.
12 months when stored dry in the original unopened packaging.
LIMITED WARRANTY: AQUAFIN, INC. warrants this product for a
period of one year from the date of installation to be manufactured free of defects and to
Packaging: be consistent with its technical properties as stated in our current Technical Data Sheet.
22 lb (10 kg) pails (yield of ~1.65 mixed gallons) This product must be used as directed and within its stated shelf life. AQUAFIN INC.
will replace or at our discretion refund the purchase price of any product, excluding cost
Limitations: of labor, which is proven to be defective. Our product recommendations are based on
industry standards and testing procedures. It is the buyer’s obligation to test the suitability
• Ensure that the substrate and ambient temperatures are between of the product for an intended use prior to using it. We assume no warranties written,
40°F (5°C) and 90°F (32°C). expressed or implied as to any specific methods of application or use of the product.
• Minimum thickness for corrosion protection is 40 mils. AQUAFIN INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
• Minimum thickness for bonding agent is 20 mils. WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. AQUAFIN, INC. shall not be liable for damages
• Pre-condition material to 70°F (21°C) for 24 hours before using. of any sort including remote or consequential damages, down time, or delay. Any claim
• Protect from freezing for 24 hours after application. for a defective product must be filed within 30 days of discovery of a problem, and must
• Cover treated areas with suitable sheeting to protect against rain, be submitted with written proof of purchase.

contamination with bond-breaking substances (i.e. construction


dust), and corrosion causing salts (i.e. ocean air). For Professional Use Only.
• If material is exposed to the elements, the surface must be
cleaned with water prior to the placement of mortar or concrete.
• Areas not being treated are to be protected from the effects of
REBAR PRIMER/BOND-CI.
• Do not re-temper.

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