Fosroc Nitobond SBR constructive solutions

Polymer bonding aid and additive for mortars, screeds

and renders

Uses Properties
For improving the physical properties of cementitious The results listed below were achieved by assessing the
mixes. Typical uses include, but are not limited to, the mechanical properties of a 3:1 sand:cement mortar contain-
following : ing Nitobond SBR in the proportions 10 litres per 50 kg
cement against a 3:1 sand:cement control mortar. The test
 Bonding concrete repair mortars
methods used were in full accordance with BS 6319 at 28
 Floor toppings and screeds days - air cured.

 Waterproof renders and cementitious slurries Test method Typical result Control
Compressive strength
 Bonding agent for slip bricks, ceramic tiles, etc.
(BS 6319, Pt 2) : 35 N/mm2 28 N/mm2
Tensile strength
Advantages
(ASTM C-190) : 5.5 N/mm2 2.7 N/mm2
 Single component liquid can be easily gauged as Flexural strength
required (BS 6319, Pt 3) : 11.5 N/mm2 7.9 N/mm2
 Improves cohesion and workability Slant shear bond
(BS 6319, Pt 4) : 18 N/mm2 2.6 N/mm2
 Improves mortars to provide waterproof repairs, renders
Chemical resistance : Cementitious materials have
and toppings which are highly resistant to freeze/thaw
limited chemical resistance.
cycling
The addition of Nitobond
 Improved tensile and flexural properties allow thin SBR to cement mortars
applications reduces permeability and
 Excellent bond to concrete, masonry, stonework, therefore helps reduce the
plaster and blockboard rate of attack by aggressive
 Contains no chloride admixtures chemicals, acid, gases and
water.
Specification
Design criteria
Polymer bonding aid and mortar additive
The application parameters for mortars modified by the use
The polymer bonding aid and site-batched mortar shall be
of Nitobond SBR will differ depending on the actual mix
modified by the use of Nitobond SBR, a single component
design used, but should always be subject to a minimum
styrene butadiene rubber emulsion.
applied thickness of 6 mm.

Description Nitobond SBR-modified mortars can generally be applied in

Nitobond SBR is a modified styrene butadiene rubber sections of up to 40 mm thickness in horizontal locations and
emulsion which is supplied as a ready to use white liquid. It 15 mm in vertical locations, without the use of formwork.
is designed to improve the quality of site-batched cementi- In overhead locations the thickness achievable without the
tious mortars and slurries. Being resistant to hydrolysis, it is use of formwork is largely dependent on the profile of the
ideal for internal and external applications in conjunction substrate. Consult the local Fosroc office for further
with cement. information.
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Instructions for use Mix designs

Preparation Guidelines on Mix designs available on request.

Form the extremities of the application area to a depth of at Mixing

least 10 mm to avoid feather-edging and to provide a square
edge. Ensure a minimum depth of 6 mm is observed in the Care should be taken to ensure that Nitobond SBR mortars
remaining area, up to the previously formed edge. are thoroughly mixed. A forced-action mixer is essential for
large volume applications. Mixing in a suitably sized drum
Clean the surface and remove any dust, unsound or using an approved spiral paddle in a slow speed (400/500
contaminated material, plaster, oil, paint, grease, corrosion
rpm) heavy-duty drill is acceptable for minor areas.
deposits or algae. Oil and grease deposits should be
removed by steam cleaning, detergent scrubbing or the use Weigh the cement, sand and, where required, aggregate into
of a proprietary degreaser. the mixer and dry blend together for one minute. With the
Where breaking out is not required, roughen the surface and machine in operation, add the pre-mixed Nitobond SBR and
remove any laitance by light scabbling or grit-blasting. The clean water. Continue mixing for 3 minutes to ensure com-
effectiveness of decontamination should then be assessed plete dispersal into the sand and cement.
by a pull-off test.
Make any small adjustment to the quantity of clean water but
Substrate priming do not significantly exceed the literage shown above, addi-
tional water should be kept to a minimum.
The substrate should be thoroughly soaked with clean water
and any excess removed prior to commencement. A slurry Continue mixing up to a maximum of 5 minutes until a smooth
primer should be prepared consisting of 1 volume Nitobond and fully homogeneous consistency is achieved with the
SBR to 1 volume clean water to 3 volumes fresh cement. To required workability and application properties. It is critical
obtain a smooth consistency, the cement should be blended that allowance is made for the moisture content of the sand
slowly into the premixed liquids. The slurry primer should be and aggregate, particularly where stored on site.
stirred frequently during use to offset settlement.
Application
The slurry primer should be scrubbed well into the surface
of the substrate, being careful to avoid ‘ponding’. The repair For application to all surfaces, Nitobond SBR mortars,
mortar, topping or render must be applied on to the wet toppings and renders must be well-compacted on to the
slurry primer. If the slurry primer dries before application of primed substrate by trowel. It is frequently beneficial to work a
the mortar, it must be removed and the area reprimed before thin layer of the mortar into the slurry primer and then build
continuing. the mortar on to this layer. Exposed steel reinforcement
Preparation of reinforcement (repairs only) should be completely encapsulated by the mortar.

Expose fully any corroded steel in the repair area and Nitobond SBR mortars can be applied at a minimum thick-
remove all loose scale and corrosion deposits. Steel should ness of 6 mm and up to 40 mm thickness, dependent on the
be cleaned to a bright condition paying particular attention to location and configuration of the repair zone. Refer to the
the back of exposed steel bars. Grit-blasting is recommend- recommended thicknesses shown in the ‘Mix design’ section
ed for this process. above.

Where corrosion has occurred due to the presence of If the recommended thickness is exceeded and sagging
chlorides, the steel should be high-pressure washed with occurs, the affected section must be completely removed and
clean water immediately after grit-blasting to remove reapplied in accordance with the procedure described above.
corrosion products from pits and imperfections within its The use of formwork may facilitate achieving the required
surface. build. If formwork is used, it should have properly sealed
faces to ensure that no water is absorbed from the repair
Reinforcing steel priming material.
Apply one full coat of Nitoprime Zincrich to any exposed Where thicker sections (up to a total thickness of 40 mm) are
steel reinforcement and allow to dry before continuing. If any to be built up by hand or trowel application, the surface of the
doubt exists about having achieved an unbroken coating, a intermediate layers should be scratch-keyed and cured with
second application should be made and, again, allowed to Nitobond AR. Application of the slurry primer and a further
dry before continuing. application of Nitobond SBR mortar may proceed as soon as
this layer has set.

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Finishing Cleaning

Nitobond SBR mortars can be finished with a steel, plastic or Nitobond SBR and Nitobond AR should be removed from
wood float, or by a damp sponge technique, to achieve the tools, equipment and mixers with clean water immediately
desired surface texture. The completed surface should not be after use. Cured material can only be removed mechanically.
overworked.
Equipment used with Nitoprime Zincrich and Concure RB90
Low temperature working should be cleaned using Fosroc Solvent 102.

In cold conditions down to 5oC, the use of warm water (up to

Limitations
30oC) is advisable to accelerate strength development. Normal
precautions for winter working with cementitious materials  Nitobond SBR mortars, toppings and renders should not
should then be adopted. be applied when the temperature is below 5oC and falling.

High temperature working  Nitobond SBR mortars should not be exposed to moving
water during application. Exposure to heavy rainfall prior
At ambient temperatures above 35oC, the material should be
to the final set may result in surface scour.
stored in the shade and cool water used for mixing.
 If any doubts arise concerning temperature or substrate
Curing
conditions, consult the local Fosroc office.
Nitobond SBR mortars, toppings and renders are ce-
ment-based. In common with all cementitious materials, they Technical support
must be cured immediately after finishing in accordance with
Fosroc offers a comprehensive technical support service to
good concrete practice.
specifiers, end users and contractors. It is also able to offer
The use of Nitobond AR or Concure RB90, sprayed on to the on-site technical assistance, an AutoCAD facility and dedicat-
surface of the finished mortar in a continuous film, is recom- ed specification assistance in locations all over the world.
mended. In harsh drying conditions, supplementary curing with
polythene sheeting must be used. Estimating
Overcoating with protective decorative finishes Supply
Nitobond SBR : 25 and 200 litre drums
Nitobond SBR mortar repairs are extremely durable and will
Nitoprime Zincrich : 1 litre cans
provide excellent protection to the embedded steel reinforce-
Nitobond AR : 1 & 5 litre cans
ment within the repaired locations.
Concure RB90 : 25 and 200 litre drums
The surrounding parts of the structure will generally benefit Fosroc Solvent 102 : 5 litre cans
from the application of a barrier/decorative coating to limit the
advance of chlorides and carbon dioxide, thus bringing them Coverage
up to the same protective standard as the repair itself. Nitobond SBR : Refer to mix designs
Nitobond SBR : Approx. 2 to 3 m2/litre
Fosroc recommend the use of the Dekguard range of protec- (as slurry primer)
tive, anti-carbonation coatings. These products provide a deco-
rative and uniform appearance as well as protecting areas of Note: The actual usage of Nitobond SBR will depend on the
the structure which might otherwise be at risk from the environ- mix design used. The coverage figures for liquid
ment. products including the Nitobond SBR slurry primer are
theoretical - due to wastage factors and the variety
Dekguard products may be applied over the repair area and nature of possible substrates, practical coverage
without prior removal of the Nitobond AR curing membrane. figures will be reduced.
Concure RB90 curing membrane must be removed prior to the
application of Dekguard products. This is best achieved by
light grit or sand-blasting.

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Storage In case of skin contact with Nitoprime Zincrich and Concure

RB90, remove immediately with resin removing cream
Shelf life followed by washing with soap and water. Do not use
All products have a shelf life of 6 months if kept in a dry store solvent. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
in the original, unopened bags or packs. plenty of clean water and seek medical advice. If swallowed,
seek medical attention immediately - do not induce vomiting.
Storage conditions
Fire
Store in dry conditions in the original packs. If stored at high
Nitobond SBR and Nitobond AR are non-flammable.
temperatures and/or high humidity conditions the shelf life
may be reduced. Nitobond SBR and Nitobond AR should be Nitoprime Zincrich, and Fosroc Solvent 102 are flammable.
protected from frost. Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking. In the
event of fire, extinguish with CO2 or foam. Do not use a water
Precautions jet.

Health and safety Flash points

Nitoprime Zincrich : 16oC
Cementitious mortars and slurries modified with Nitobond
Fosroc Solvent 102 : 33oC
SBR contain cement powders which, when mixed or become
damp, release alkalis which can be harmful to the skin. During For further information, refer to the Product Material Safety
use, avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Data Sheet.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, eye protection and
respiratory protective equipment. The use of barrier creams
provide additional skin protection. In case of contact with skin,
rinse with plenty of clean water, then cleanse with soap and
water. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of clean water and seek medical advice. If swallowed,
seek medical attention immediately - do not induce vomiting.

Nitoprime Zincrich, Nitobond products, Concure RB90 and

Fosroc Solvent 102 should not come in contact with the skin
and eyes, or be swallowed. Ensure adequate ventilation and
avoid inhalation of vapours. Some people are sensitive to
resins, hardeners and solvents. Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves and eye protection. If working in confined
areas, suitable respiratory protective equipment must be
used. The use of barrier creams provide additional skin
protection.

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