BASF Masterseal 530
BASF Masterseal 530
Fast curing surface applied capillary waterproofer for concrete and mortar
The rate and penetration of crystalline coat whilst the first is firm, but ‘green’ – usually 1-
development will vary with the density and surface 3 hours after first coat (dependant on
absorption of the concrete. temperature). Plugging leaks:
In powder form, the product may be used as a dry Leaks and holes drilled to relieve water pressure
shake on horizontal construction joints. . can be sealed permanently using MasterSeal
Surface Preparation: 590. Slow drying of MasterSeal 530 membrane
ensures homogeneous curing and high
Surfaces to be treated must be free from dust, oil,
waterproofing characteristics. MasterSeal 530
grease, paint, residual curing compound, mould
must be protected against rapid drying due to
oil or any previous surface treatment that will
high temperatures or wind. Cure by wet burlap,
impair adhesion of MasterSeal 530 treatment or
plastic sheet or mist spraying. Curing compounds
inhibit penetration of the chemicals into the
are unsuitable for use with MasterSeal 530
surface. These include polymer modified renders
system technology. Tanks and other water
and those substrates treated with silicon or silane
retaining structures may be filled 24 hours after
water repellents. Areas of weak or honeycombed
final MasterSeal 530 application as crystal
concrete must be repaired. Hollow de-bonded
growth is accelerated by water pressure.
renders must be removed and made good.
Surfaces to be treated that are not damp must be ESTIMATING DATA
pre-wetted and still be damp at the time of The recommended coverage of MasterSeal 530
application. per coat is:
Mixing: By brush : 1 – 1.5 kg/m2
Mechanical mixing is necessary. Mix 25kg of By trowel: 2 – 2.5 kg/m2
MasterSeal 530 with 7 to 8L of water using a Actual consumption depends on the porosity and
slow speed (600rpm), heavy duty electric drill surface profile of the substrate and wastage.
fitted with a grout stirrer.
PACKAGING
When the mixer is running, add clean mixing
water to the MasterSeal 530 powder to achieve MasterSeal 530 is available in 25kg bags.
the consistency required. Mix for at least 3 SHELF LIFE
minutes to get a lump-free, homogeneous and
creamy consistency. If applying to vertical MasterSeal 530 has a shelf life of 12 months.
surfaces, water may have to be reduced to Store out of direct sunlight, clear of the ground on
achieve the desired consistency to minimise the pallets protected from rainfall
run off on the surface. Do not add additional PRECAUTIONS
water after initial mixing.
For the full health and safety hazard information
Placing: and how to safely handle and use this product,
MasterSeal 530 mixes are applied by brush or please make sure that you obtain a copy of the
spray onto the dampened substrate. Apply the BASF Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from
material in 2 coats at right angles, the second our office or our website.
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