PRODUCT DESCRIPTION CRACK AND JOINT PREPARATION

Crack-Rite™ DF is a superior quality, hot-applied, polymer

modified sealant which has the unique capability of being Existing
melted and heated to application temperatures in a direct fired Remove all existing crack sealant, fillers, dirt, sand, dust or
or single walled melting kettle. It consists of a special blend of other loose impediment from joint interfaces. Loosen and
the highest quality virgin oils, resins, polymers, plasticizers, remove by plowing, cutting, blowing, wire brushing, sand
stabilizers and asphalt cement. Crack-Rite™ DF is furnished blasting, applying high pressure water, heatlancing or a
as a solid and forms an elastomeric, self-leveling seal at combination of all techniques. The cracks/joints can be
application temperatures. It is a low viscosity sealant which prepared, utilizing one or more of the following tools or
melts quickly and can be used in both asphalt and concrete equipment:
pavements. When properly applied, it combines tenacious
adhesive power with exceptional flexibility and resiliency. • Hand tools, (i.e., shovels, metal bars with chisel-shaped
Crack-Rite™ DF provides a permanent seal against the ends, stiff bristle broom, wire brushes or scrapers)
infiltration of moisture or incompressibles through repeated • Heatlance/TaFa Unit which operates @ 3000°F
thermal cycles of expansion and contraction. It exhibits • Router - vertical spindle or rotary type
superior low temperature ductility, weather resistance, low • Oil free compressed air, capable of furnishing (90 PSI)
oxidation breakdown and hardening characteristics. The pressure at nozzle. The compressor shall be equipped with
modifier system contained in Crack-Rite™ DF allows the • Sawing equipment
material to withstand temperatures up to 550°F without
experiencing degradation, tracking or bleeding. All joints and cracks must be free of moisture and thoroughly
cleaned prior to sealing.
PRODUCT USE
Crack-Rite™ DF is recommended for sealing cracks and joints New Construction
in Portland Concrete and asphaltic cement pavements. It is Joints to be sealed must be clean and dry. Curing compound on
primarily a maintenance sealant, highly recommended for joint interfaces must be removed by sandblasting. Dust, dirt
sealing cracks in asphaltic pavement prior to coal tar sealing, and debris should be blown out of the joints with oil free
slurry asphalt sealing, chip sealing and asphalt overlay. Crack- compressed air immediately prior to sealing operation.
Rite™ DF has incredible flexibility and resiliency to create a
permanent bond between asphalt to asphalt, asphalt to concrete
and concrete to concrete.
Crack & Joint Configuration
The ideal Crack & Joint Configuration is a 1:1 depth to width
ratio.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TEST TEST
RESULTS
Cone penetration @ 77°F (25°C) 150g., 5S 35-45 Re-Shaping
Resilience @ 77°F (25°C) (ASTM D-3407) 70% It is recommended that all cracks 1/4” and less should be routed
Flow @ 140°F (60°C) 0mm to a minimum width of 1/2” and minimum depth of 1/2”.
Asphalt compatibility (ASTM D-3407) pass Cracks over 1/2” in width that have an adequate sealant
Softening point (ASTM D36) 210°F reservoir and intact joint interface, do not require widening or
(99°C) reshaping.
Elongation 1800%
Drying Time (Traffic ready) 20 Min

Weight per Gallon 9.2 lbs

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Backer Rod Method of Application
Cracks over 1” in depth and over 3/4” in width shall be pre- Crack-Rite™ DF is a low viscosity, self-leveling sealant that
filled with bituminous treated hemp, jute roving or a non- can be applied by a pressure feed wand system, wheeled pour-
shrinking, non-absorbent material with a melting point higher pots, (complete with rubber shoe and control valve) or hand-
than sealant temperature. Backer rod should be 25% wider than held pour-pots. Joint sealant shall be applied uniformly from
crack so that it does not slip down or float out of the crack after bottom to top and shall be installed without formation of
installation of sealant. entrapped air or voids. Cracks and joints should be filled full
and tight. To minimize tracking by vehicle tires and/or plow
Melting Equipment abrasion, sealant height should not exceed 1/8” above the
pavement. Unless otherwise directed, the cracks shall be filled
Crack-Rite™ DF may be melted in direct fired or oil jacketed to refusal or not more than 1/8” below pavement surface. Care
kettles equipped with thermometers to control sealant should be taken to minimize or eliminate lumps or unnecessary
temperature within the recommended application range. The surplus of sealant on pavement.
sealant must be agitated continuously during the melting and
pouring process. Crack-Rite™ DF can be reheated several
times to the application temperature range of 325° - 400°F, but
it is recommended to add new blocks prior to the reheat Cure Time
process. Crack-Rite™ DF will exhibit no tracking within 20 minutes
after being installed at 77°F ambient temperature. If vehicle
traffic must pass over crack sealant prior to curing, Boiler Slag,
Material Temperature Recommendations Black Beauty or equivalent should be applied to crack/joint to
minimize tracking.
Crack-Rite™ DF will flow readily when heated to the
following temperature range: Packaging and Availability
Crack-Rite™ DF is packaged in 50 lb. split pack cartons. The
Recommended pouring temperature 325-400°F individual triangular blocks are designed to minimize the
Safe heating temperature 400°F (205°C) hazard of material splashing that can occur when blocks are
Maximum heating temperature 550°F (274°C) loaded into a melter.
It is not recommended to heat sealant to more than 20°F
below the safe heating temperature.
Coverage 1/2" x 1/2" Joint Size
Weight per gallon = 9.2 lbs.
Material Limitations Sealant required per 100 lineal feet /11.5 lbs.

Crack-Rite™ DF may experience degradation if sealant is

heated for a long period of time over 550°F. Sealant will either
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become very thin or it will gel and become stringy. Degraded Crack & Joint Sealant
material should be removed immediately from melter and
discarded in accordance with all Federal, State and Local
Regulations. No crack sealing material shall be applied in wet
cracks or where frost, snow or ice is present. The pavement
temperature shall be above 40°F (4°C) at the time of
installation.

Important: Application of sealant to damp or improperly

cleaned surfaces may result in a low degree of adhesion which
can cause the sealant to pull out of the cracks/joints.

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