Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
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Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Advantages
Advantages: • Self curing, 2-component waterproofing membrane • Solvent Free - 0g/L VOC • Potable water NSF/ANSI 61certified by WQA • Does not support the growth of mold & mildew • Meets or exceeds ANSI A118.10 and 12 • UV, weather & freeze/thaw resistant • Breathable (not a vapor barrier) • Applied to moist/damp substrates • Resists strong positive side hydrostatic pressure • Active barrier to carbon dioxide (CO2 ) • Carbonation protection and carbon dioxide-screen: 40 mils (1 mm) 2K/M thickness warrants same protection as 12” (300 mm) of concrete,/p>
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Area
- Leed Points
MR Credit 5.1, Regional Materials:…..................…. Up to 2 Points IEQ Credit 4.2, Low-Emitting Materials, Paints and Coatings: 1 Point Using this AQUAFIN product can help contribute to LEED certification of projects in the categories shown above.,/p>
- Typical Applications
1. Standard Application: Apply 2K/M in two coats as specified. High ambient temperatures can create flash setting when product leaves the spray nozzle, creating pinholes in the applied layer. If applied in full sunshine product can skin-up on the surface and de-bond, resulting in post-bubbling. • Apply 1st coat by brush to force material into the substrate. • Apply 2nd coat (or multiple coats) as soon as the 1st coat has sufficiently hardened (approx. 4–6 hrs @ 68°F (20°C)/63% RH) or max. 24 hours. Do not pre-dampen 1st or following coats. (If longer than 24 hours, 2KM surface must be prepared by high pressure water blasting or sanding/roughening and allowed to dry). Apply by brush, roller, trowel or appropriate compressed-air spray equipment. If sprayed, even out and seal surface by back-troweling, brushing, rolling to achieve a void-free membrane. • Thickness: 60 mils = 2x30 mils (2x0.8 mm) 80 mils = 2x40 mils (2x1.0 mm) 90 mils = 2x45 mils (2x1.1 mm). 2. Negative Side Waterproofing, 60 mils (1.6 mm): Apply two coats AQUAFIN-1K at 30 mils (0.8 mm) per coat to a very well saturated substrate. Pre-wetten substrate several times with potable water. Follow instructions on the AQUAFIN-1K TDS. 3. CMU Block Substrates, 120 mils [1/8”] (3.2 mm): Positive or negative waterproofing side: • Apply AQUAFIN-1K at 60 mils (1.6 mm) total as per item 2. • Apply 2K/M in two coats at total 60 mils (1/16” (1.6 mm))thickness as per item 1. Note: wait minimum 24 hours before top coating 1K with 2K/M. 4. Potable water holding tanks. Can be carefully filled after 3 days. Do not fill large tanks faster than 6½ feet per 24 hrs. (2 m/24 hrs). 5. Marine aquarium and zoo tanks: • Structure coat containing waterproofing admixtures: verify with admixture manufacturer that cementitious top coatings will bond to the concrete surface prior to installation of 2K/M. Aquafin recommends AQUAFIN-IC-ADMIX (liquid or powder). • Overlaying texture coat: Let 2K/M cure for at least 3—5 days before applying texture coat. Ensure that proper measures are taken to avoid shrinkage of the overlaying “texture coat”. Internal stresses of shrinking “texture coat” can negatively affect the bond to 2K/M, or the integrity of the 2K/M.,/p>
- Substrate Preparation
The substrate must be sound, clean, and free from voids, bug holes, gaping cracks, honey combs, or ridges and open pored (like medium grit sand paper). • Remove bond breakers, such as oil, grease, dirt, loose particles, remains of form oils, water repellents, rust or other coatings by high pressure waterblasting (>5000 psi (34.5 MPa)) or wet or dry sandblasting. • Prepare surfaces by mechanical means to obtain a surface profile of CSP 3 - CSP 5 per ICRI Guideline No. 310.2-R-2013. • Repair holes, defects, irregular surfaces, weak mortar joints, etc. with MORTAR-V/O or MORTAR-LN. • Round edges at vertical external joints. • Close large open pores and joint recesses of CMU blocks and joint unevenness in brick walls with MORTAR-V/O. • Dampen substrate with clean water to saturated surface dry (SSD) condition, with no standing surface water. • Roughen fiberglass substrates using diamond grinding, zek/wire wheel, etc. and clean with acetone prior to applying 2K/M.,/p>
- Mixing
Mixing: (SEE LAST PAGE FOR STEP-BY-STEP ILLUSTRATION) Mixing ratio by volume: ~5:3 (powder to liquid) • Pigmenting: Add and mix liquid pigments with liquid Component-B prior to mixing Component-A with Component-B. • Pour 2/3 liquid Component-B into a clean container, add 2K/M powder (Comp-A) and mix to a lump free creamy consistency. Add remaining 1/3 liquid and mix total 2 - 3 minutes with a strong, slow speed (300 rpm) mechanical mixer. NOTE: In hot weather conditions water can be added after initial mixing to adjust application consistency as follows: max. 10 fl.oz. (0.3 L) per 46 lb (21 kg) unit max. 16 fl. oz. (0.5 L) per 77lb (35 kg) unit,/p>
- Application
Application: NOTE: Do not apply 2K/M at temperatures below 40°F (5°C) or to frozen substrates. Can be applied to 3 day old concrete at >86°F (>30°C) temperature and 5 day old at 60-70°F (15-21°C), or when concrete reaches minimum 2,000 psi (13.8 MPa). • Application tools: 2K/M may be applied by brush, roller, trowel or appropriate compressed-air spray equipment. Do not pre-dampen brush or roller with water. • Static cracks: Repair static (non-moving) cracks with AQUAFIN CRACK SEALING TAPE (80% elongation), or rout (cut) out and fill with MORTAR-V/O and cover with 2K/M, reinforced with 4x4-MESH. Note: 2K/M applied over all tapes in visible areas will crack over the tape due to substrate movement. However, the tape and the structure will still be waterproof. Therefore, wherever esthetics are important (i.e. walkways, decks, patios, etc.) honor all joints & cracks with an appropriate elastomeric joint sealant or pre-manufactured joint profile • Dynamic cracks: Seal dynamic (moving) cracks with JOINT SEALING TAPE-2000-S (600% elongation). • Horizontal and vertical control joints: Seal horizontal wall-floor joints and internal vertical corners with JOINT SEALING TAPE 2000- S. Alternative: form cove (minimum 1.5“ x 1.5“ [38 x 38 mm] with MORTAR-LN or MORTAR-V/O and embed 4x4- MESH in 2K/M coating. • Expansion joints: Seal non-traffic bearing expansion joints with JOINT SEALING TAPE-2000-S. Note: 2K/M applied over all tapes in visible areas will crack over the tape due to substrate movement. However, the tape and the structure will still be waterproof. Therefore, wherever esthetics are important (i.e. walkways, decks, patios, etc.) honor all joints & cracks with an appropriate elastomeric joint sealant or pre-manufactured joint profile,/p>
- Limitations
• Do NOT use 2K/M in pools, hot tubs, or fountains. • Do not use as an adhesive to install ceramic tile or natural stone. • Do not use as a roofing membrane or in lieu of a roofing membrane. • Do not install directly over single layer wood floors. • Protect application from direct sunlight and wind to prevent premature surface drying, bubbling and shrinkage cracks. • Do NOT directly apply 2K/M over AQUAFIN-IC or similar crystalline waterproofing products. • Do not use solvent based adhesives, epoxies, etc. directly on 2K/M. • Do not expose the application to water during the setting time. • Soft water: contact our office if water hardness is <30 mg CaO/L. • Product can be tinted (pigmented), however, color uniformity can not be guaranteed. Note: color fading of pigmented product will occur in submerged zones with water containing increased chlorine or ozone concentrations.,/p>
- Exposure(At 68°F {20°C} And 60% Humidity) Of Application To
• Rain: vertical surfaces after ~3 hrs, horizontal surfaces min. 6 hrs. • Foot traffic: after ~24 hrs. • Flexible tile mortar and tiles: after ~1 day. • Hydrostatic pressure: after 2K/M reaches min. Shore A Hardness 80, check with “finger-nail test”. Typically 3–7 days • Back filling: after ~3 days.,/p>
- Clean-Up
Clean tools and equipment with water immediately after use. Cured material can only be removed mechanically or with a soy based paint remover.,/p>
- Curing & Protection
• Self curing, do NOT use water. It may discolor pigmented applications during the fresh stage. Provide suitable protection against extreme weather conditions while curing. • Expect prolonged setting and hardening time in rooms with high humidity, poorly ventilated areas and corners (i.e. water tanks, etc.). The use of fans will accelerate the setting and curing time. • Attach drainage and protection boards after full curing (3 days). DO NOT mechanically attach,/p>
- Maintenance
Mechanically damaged 2K/M can be easily repaired by thoroughly cleaning (sanding) the surface and reapplying a new coat of 2K/M.,/p>
- Note
Installer is responsible for proper product application. Site visits by Aquafin personnel or representatives are solely for the purpose of making technical recommendations, not for providing supervision or quality control.,/p>
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Quality Standards
Safety & Health
- Shelf Life
Approx. 12 months for powder Component-A and up to 24 months for liquid Component-B in unopened packaging, stored dry, cool and frost-free. ,/p>
- Sealing & Protecting
• Clear sealer: In areas such as walkways, balconies, etc. where higher than usual surface contamination can be expected, the surface of 2K/M can be sealed with a clear acrylic sealer. The 2K/M should be cured for min. 24 hrs. before applying sealer. • Painting: Cured 2K/M can be painted with a water-based, “breathable” acrylic paint after 3 days (at 68°F (20° C).,/p>
- Safety
Refer to SDS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. A-Component (powder) contains sand (crystalline silica) and Portland cement and is highly alkaline (irritant) in contact with water. Prevent inhalation of dust before and during mixing with liquid Component-B. B-Component (liquid) contains no hazardous materials. Use rubber gloves and goggles during mixing and application. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. After contact with skin, wash with plenty of water. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of handling large quantities, provide good ventilation if indoors.,/p>
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
• 46 lb (21 kg) Comb-unit: 5 gal pail containing bag + pail A-Component (powder): 33 lb (15 kg) bag B-Component (liquid): 1.5 gal / 13 lb pail (5.7 L /6 kg). • 77 lb (35 kg) Unit: bag + pail separate A-Component (powder): 55 lb (25 kg) bag B-Component (liquid): 2.5 gal / 22 lb pail (9.5 L /10 kg). • Pigments for tinting 2K/M are packaged seperately,/p>