Masterseal - 551

MasterSeal® 551 (Formerly known as Masterseal 550EL)
Elastomeric acrylic reinforced cementitious, waterproofing coating for concrete and masonry
DESCRIPTION Recoatable: 8-12 hours

MasterSeal 551 is an elastomeric flexible, two Elongation >42% (air)
component acrylic modified cementitious coating >31% (under water)
applied by brush, roller or trowel to waterproof and 2
resurface concrete, masonry, and most other Tensile strength >20 kg/cm
construction materials. VOC content 0.5 g/L
When cured, a 2mm thick MasterSeal 551 (HK prod code P10-17)
membrane shall accommodate movements up to
0.5mm, or up to 1.2mm when reinforced with STANDARDS
100% virgin polypropylene woven fabric. BS 1881 Part 208: 1996 - I.S.A.T.
RECOMMENDED USES DIN 1048 water penetration test
MasterSeal 551 is ideal: APPLICATION
 Waterproofing of Roofs, Decks, Balcony, etc
Surface preparation
 Water-retaining structures subjected to
movements Correct substrate preparation is critical for
optimum performance. Surfaces should be
 Basement-waterproofing
structurally sound direct tensile strength of more
 To protect concrete from water, carbonation than 1.5MPa via a pull off tester with a load rate of
and de-icing salts. 100N/s), clean, and free from laitance, loose
FEATURES AND BENEFITS particles, oil and grease, old coatings, curing
 Protects against carbonation – A 1mm compounds or any other contaminants.
coating provides anti carbonation cover Mechanical wire brushing may be appropriate for
equivalent to over 80cm of concrete small areas.
 Waterproof – Suitable for internal and external Prior to priming use MasterEmaco repair mortars
waterproofing to achieve a smooth and level surface by filling
 Excellent adhesion – Bonds to porous and holes and irregularities
non-porous surfaces Mixing
 Flexible – Copes with the thermal movement of MasterSeal 551 is supplied in premeasured units
concrete structures and should be mixed on site utilising clean
 Suitable for contact with potable water – containers. Slowly add the powder to the liquid and
Can be used for lining concrete water tanks mix, using a slow speed (300rpm) drill fitted with a
 Vapour permeable – Whilst repelling water, suitable paddle. MIX and USE; do not mix more
allows concrete to breathe thus preventing material than can be used in one hour.
osmosis
Do not apply to dry concrete.
 Compatable with moist surfaces – Can be
applied to 24 hour-old concrete thereby giving Saturate concrete surfaces with clean water and
immediate protection apply whilst still damp (saturated surface dry),
 Robust – suitable for occasional foot traffic using a short, stiff bristle brush or roller. Trowel
application can be undertaken as necessary.
PROPERTIES For heavy 6-10mm depressions, honeycombs etc.
use less gauging liquid and mix to the desired
Density 1850kg/m³ consistency. Where more than one coat is found
Mix ratio (Powder to liquid) 3:1 by weight necessary to achieve the desired thickness, apply
Water penetration the second or subsequent coats after the previous
1.5 Bar no leakage
Din 1048 coat has dried.
Potlife @ 25°C 2 hours
@ 40°C 30 minutes
MasterSeal® 551 (Formerly known as Masterseal 550EL)
Spray application is recommended for large areas, SHELF LIFE

details of suitable equipment can be provided by
BASF’s Technical Service Dept. MasterSeal 551 can be kept for 6 months in
original unopened packing when stored indoors.
ESTIMATING DATA Do not store in direct sunlight and avoid allowing
1.8 kg / m² in two coats to achieve 1 mm thickness. the material to freeze which will render the material
unusable.
3.6 kg / m² in three coats to achieve 2 mm thickness.
PRECAUTIONS
Recommended thickness of 2mm DFT.
For detailed Environmental, Health and Safety
PACKAGING information, please consult and follow all
MasterSeal 551 is available in 20kg pack instructions on the product Material Safety Data
Sheet. Contact your local BASF office for the latest
consisting of:
version.
5 Kg liquid Part A
15 Kg powder Part B
MasterSeal 551/01/0313
The technical information and application advice given in this BASF Construction Chemicals publication are based
STATEMENT OF on the present state of our best scientific and practical knowledge. As the information herein is of a general
RESPONSIBILITY nature, no assumption can be made as to a product's suitability for a particular use or application and no warranty
as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness either expressed or implied is given other than those required by law.
(Disclaimer) The user is responsible for checking the suitability of products for their intended use.
® = registered trademark of BASF group in many countries
Field service where provided does not constitute supervisory responsibility. Suggestions made by BASF
NOTE Construction Chemicals either orally or in writing may be followed, modified or rejected by the owner, engineer or
contractor since they, and not BASF Construction Chemicals, are responsible for carrying out procedures
appropriate to a specific application.
BASF India Limited

Construction Chemicals Division
Plot No.37, Chandivali Farm Road, Chandivali, Andheri(East)
Mumbai – 400072 India
Tel: +91 22 28580200, Fax: +91 22 28478381
e-mail: [email protected] www.basf-cc.co.in

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DESCRIPTION Recoatable: 8-12 hours

Spray application is recommended for large areas, SHELF LIFE

BASF India Limited

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