EMACO® R1
Cementitious trowel applied lightweight polymer modified repair mortar
DESCRIPTION Density Approx. 1.5 g/cm3
Emaco R1 is a non-structural, single component, Temperature for Between +5°C and +35°C
polymer modified, repair and re-profiling mortar. Emaco application (support
R1 is a ready-to-use material that contains special and material)
cements, well graded sands, carefully selected polymers
to improve physical and application properties. When APPLICATION
mixed with water, it forms a mortar with a wide range of
applications. Emaco R1 can easily be hand or trowel Surface preparation - Concrete must be fully cured,
applied in thicknesses from 5 up to 100 mm. clean and sound to ensure good adhesion. All loose
traces of concrete or mortar, dust, grease oil, etc. must
FIELD OF APPLICATION be removed. Damaged or contaminated concrete
should be removed to obtain a keyed surface. Non-
Emaco R1 is used for the non-structural repair of impact/ vibrating cleaning methods, e.g. grit or high
concrete elements like balconies edges, building water pressure blasting are recommended. Aggregate
facades, parapet walls, precast panels, beam edges and should be clearly visible on the surface of the concrete
stair nosings. Emaco R1 is ideal for general, non- structure after surface preparation. Cut the edges of the
structural patch repairs where high build properties repair vertically to a minimum depth of 5 mm. If
allowing up to 100 mm thickness in one layer are reinforcing steel is visible, clean to a minimum grade of
required. Emaco R1 can be applied as a smoothing or SA 2 according to ISO 8501-1 / ISO 12944-4. For extra
levelling coat at only 5 mm thick on large vertical and protection, or when the steel is left exposed before
overhead areas to achieve a more aesthetic finish e.g. repair work is completed, apply Emaco Nanocrete AP
prior to painting. Emaco R1 can be applied inside and active protection cement based primer (see technical
outside, on horizontal, vertical and overhead surfaces, in data sheet).
dry and wet environments.
Priming - The prepared substrate should be pre-
FEATURES AND BENEFITS soaked, preferably for 24 hours, but at least 2 hours
before applying Emaco R1. The surface must be mat-
• Formulated with shrinkage compensation systems damp, but without standing water. For improved build
to minimise crack tendency by controlling the thicknesses or when working on large areas, apply bond
Nanostructures in the matrix or contact layer of the Emaco R1 mortar. Alternatively a
bonding coat of Emaco Nanocrete AP can be applied.
• Smooth, creamy, non-slump mortar - easy to create Always apply Emaco R1 mortar wet-in-wet onto the
profiles and corners without formwork bond or contact layer.
• High build capacity - can be applied 80 - 100 mm in Mixing - It is strongly recommended that only full bags
horizontal or vertical applications in one layer, or are mixed. Damaged or opened sacks should not be
even 70 – 80 mm overhead used. Mix Emaco R1 with a suitable paddle attached to
a powerful, slow speed electric drill for 3 minutes until a
• Multi-use- reprofiling and patch repair mortar in one
lumpfree, plastic consistency is achieved. Only use
• Good strength development exceeding requirement clean uncontaminated water. Mixing water needed: 4.5
of Class R1 of EN1504 part 3 to 5 litres per 25kg bag depending upon consistency
required. (Use stiffer consistency for overhead and
• Low modulus of elasticity vertical patching application and softer more creamy
• Low chromate (Cr[VI] < 2 ppm ) consistency for use as a levelling coat at 5mm thick).
Allow the mortar to rest for 2 - 3 minutes and then remix
• Chloride-free. briefly, adjusting the consistency as required. NB:
Never exceed the maximum water demand.
PROPERTIES
Mortar application - The minimum temperatures must
PROPERTY VALUES be maintained during application and for at least 12
Appearance Grey powder hours thereafter for optimum curing of the product. The
surface must be mat-damp, but without standing water.
Grain size Max 1.0mm Emaco R1 can be hand or trowel applied. Apply mixed
Layer thickness Min. 5mm product directly to the prepared damp substrate, or wet
on wet onto the primed surface. A thin scrape coat or
Max. 100mm (vertical &
contact layer before building up to the required
horizontal), 80mm (overhead)
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thickness, wet on wet, will improve the wet adhesion and Hardening times are measured at 21ºC ± 2°C and 60%
cohesion of the mortar. ± 10% relative humidity. Higher temperatures will reduce
Apply to the desired layer thickness of 5 to max. 100 these times and lower temperatures will extend them.
mm. Smoothing with a trowel or finishing by float or Technical data shown are statistical results and do not
sponge can be done as soon as the mortar has begun to correspond to guaranteed minima. Tolerances are those
stiffen, typically after approximately 45 - 60 minutes at described in appropriate performance standards
20°C. In these environmental conditions, Emaco R1 CLEANING
can be over-coated, after 7 days, with Masterseal as
required. While still wet clean with water. Once dry/cured the
NB: At lower temperatures and/or higher humidity these materials can only be removed mechanically.
times will be extended
PACKAGING
NOTE
Emaco R1 is available in 25kg bags.
• Do not add cement, sand or other substances that
could affect the properties of the material. SHELF LIFE
• Never add water or fresh mortar to a mortar mix
which has already begun to set. Emaco R1 can be kept for 12 months if store in original
unopened bags in cool and dry warehouse conditions.
CURING
PRECAUTIOUS
Emaco R1 has been formulated to withstand too rapid
water loss under normal conditions. In high Usual preventive measures for the handling of chemical
temperatures with low humidity and windy conditions, products should be observed when manipulating this
repairs should be cured by application of a suitable product, for example do not eat, smoke or drink while
BASF Construction Chemicals curing compound or working and wash your hands when taking a break or
cover with plastic sheeting in order to avoid plastic when the job is completed. Specific safety information in
shrinkage cracking. the handling and transport of this product can be found
in the Material Safety Data Sheet.
ESTIMATING DATA
Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin.
One 25kg bag will yield approximately 20 litres of In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush with
mortar. plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
Approx. 1.6 kg of mixed product per m2 and mm layer In case of contact with skin, wash skin thoroughly.
2
thickness (approx. 1.3 kg of dry powder per m and mm The disposal of the product and its container should be
layer thickness). This consumption is theoretical and carried out according to the legislation in force.
depends on the roughness of the support, for which Responsibility for this lies with the final owner of the
reason it should be adjusted in each particular job by product.
means of “in situ” tests.
For detailed Health, Safety and Environmental
TECHNICAL DATA recommendations, please consult or follow all
instructions on the product Material Safety Data Sheet.
Compressive strength AS 1478.2
- after 7 days Appendix A ≥ 20 MPa
- after 28 days (Restrained) ≥ 25 MPa
Electrical resistivity ASTM C305 14100 ohms
@ 28 days
Elastic Modulus AS 1012 pt 17 10 GPa
AN/EmacoR1/v4/241110
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