- Product Type:Primer
- Application Area:Bridges
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Concrete
- Features:Low Water Absorption, Low Volatility, Water Resistant
- Chemical Family:Silanes
SILRES® BS 1601 is n-octyltriethoxysilane, which is used undiluted as a water-repellent primer and impregnating agent for normal and reinforced concrete. It offers significant benefits such as the reduction of chloride and water absorption by the concrete, minimizing concrete loss due to freeze/road salt attack, and exhibiting low volatility. Once applied to the concrete, SILRES® BS 1601 reacts with atmospheric moisture or pore water present in the concrete, resulting in the generation of the active ingredient. This active ingredient effectively reduces the water absorbency of the treated concrete while maintaining a high level of water vapor permeability. Importantly, the treatment does not block pores or capillaries within the concrete.