Emaco R303: Single Component Polymer Modified Fairing Coat / Cosmetic Mortar For Concrete Surfaces

Emaco®R303
Single component polymer modified fairing coat / cosmetic mortar for concrete
surfaces
Description
Emaco®R303 is a single component acrylic polymer • Excellent resistance to freeze / thaw action and
modified repair mortar for use as a "fairing coat" or carbonation
cosmetic mortar. When mixed with water, as • Ingress of water borne salts, such as chloride
directed, a fine grey trowellable mortar results which and atmospheric / chemical attack.
can readily be applied to fill in pores, blowholes and • Subsequent paint coats can be applied with
blemishes on a concrete surface. greater economy.
Emaco®R303 can be used as a 'skim' coat prior to
the application of protective coatings. Packaging
Emaco®R303 is supplied in 25kg bags.
Emaco®R303 is specially formulated to produce a
shrinkage compensating mortar with no cracking Typical properties*
when applied in a thin section. Adhesion to concrete Plastic density: 1700kg/m³
and flexibility are excellent. Compressive strength at 28 days 27N/mm²
* Properties listed are only for guidance and are not a
guarantee of performance.
Primary uses
As a fairing or skim coat to cover and make good Application
blemishes in concrete surfaces such as slight Emaco®R303 should be applied to the complete area
honeycombing, blowholes, defects caused by 'sand with the minimum of trowelling. Leave for a short
runs', patch repairs, shutter movement and grout period before final trowelling. Finishing may be aided
loss. by flicking a small amount of water onto the surface,
• Preparatory treatment to concrete to receive a using a paint brush before final trowelling.
thin film protective coating.
• To produce a uniform surface over repaired When used as a "scraper coat" Emaco®R303 can be
areas. applied with a brush or roller and then the excess
scraped off with the edge of a steel float. In this way
Advantages blow holes and minor blemishes in an otherwise fair
• Precision made, consistent results. faced concrete can be hidden.
• Requires only the addition of mixing water.
• Shrinkage compensating.
• Excellent adhesion to concrete.
• Flexible.
• Smooth, easily produced finish.
• Low permeability
• Light Grey colour available
Emaco®R303
Curing Coverage
Good curing practice is essential even though One 25kg bag of Emaco®R303 will typically yield 16
Emaco®R303 is specially formulated to prevent litres of mortar and will cover approximately 6.3m² at
shrinkage and cracking. Particular care is required 2.5mm thickness.
in hot and windy conditions. Cure with a single coat
of Masterkure 181 which is compatible with most Equipment care
subsequent protective coatings, or by covering the Tools should be washed with water immediately after
work with a properly secured plastic sheeting. use.
Preparation Specification clause

It is essential that the surfaces to be bonded are Surface finishing
sound, clean and uncontaminated. All loose All slight surface imperfections should be made good
powdering material must be removed. Concrete by the application of Emaco®R303 as manufactured
surfaces should be thoroughly soaked prior to by BASF Construction Chemicals SA. Applications
application of Emaco®R303, to ensure a saturated, should be strictly in accordance with the
but surface dry condition. manufacturer's instructions.
Void filling Storage

Deeper voids should be filled prior to the application Store under cover, out of direct sunlight and protect
of a cosmetic coating by reducing the amount of from extremes of temperatures.
water added when mixing to produce a trowellable
Failure to comply with the recommended storage
putty like mortar.
conditions may result in premature deterioration of
the product or packaging. For specific storage
Mixing advice consult BASF Construction Chemicals SA’s
Emaco®R303 is formulated to give an easily mixed Technical Services Department.
material. For full bag quantities, it is preferable to
mix the material in a Crete angle or similar forced Safety precautions
As with all chemical products, care should be taken
action mixer. Alternatively, a slow speed, hand held
during use and storage to avoid contact with eyes
electric mixer with a suitable paddle can be used. mouth, skin and foodstuffs (which can also be
Over mixing should be avoided. The powder should tainted with vapour until product is fully cured or
be placed in the mixing vessel and mixing dried). Treat splashes to eyes and skin
commenced. Clean water should be slowly added immediately. If accidentally ingested, seek
immediate medical attention. Keep away from
up to the recommended maximum or until the
children and animals. Reseal containers after use.
required consistency is achieved. No more than 4.75
litres of water per 25kg of Emaco®R303 should be
added.
Emaco®R303
Note Quality and care
Field service, where provided, does not constitute All products originating from BASF Construction
supervisory responsibility. For additional information Chemicals’ SA facility are manufactured under a
contact your local BASF Construction Chemicals SA management system independently certified to
representative. BASF Construction Chemicals SA. conform to the requirements of the quality,
reserves the right to have the true cause of any environmental and occupational health & safety
difficulty determined by accepted test methods standards ISO 9001:2000.
Whilst any information contained herein is true, accurate and represents our best knowledge and experience, no warranty is given or
implied with any recommendations made by us, our representatives or distributors, as the conditions of use and the competence of any
labour involved in the application are beyond our control.
As all BASF’s technical datasheets are updated on a regular basis it is the user's responsibility to obtain the most recent issue.
BASF Construction Chemicals South Africa (Pty) Ltd
852 Sixteenth Road, Midrand
P.O. Box 420, Westonaria, 1780
PO Box 2801, Halfway House, 1685
11 Pullinger Street, Westonaria, 1779 Tel: +27 11 203 2405
Tel: +27 11 754 1343
Fax: +27 11 754 1105 Website : basf-cc.co.za

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