TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

WATER-TITE 400
PU BLACKLINE
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
WATER-TITE 400 PU BLACKLINE is a one component non- Parameters Results
exposed non-tar type waterproofing membrane used for VOC 80 g/L
long lasting waterproofing, cold applied and cold curing. It Substrate Temperature 5°C - 35°C
has a wide range of uses and wide tolerance to expansion Substrate Moisture Below 5%
and shrinkage of substrate. *Typical data only. Information on this data should not be used for
writing specifications.

CHARACTERISTICS
INSTRUCTION FOR USE
Water-tite 400 PU Blackline is ideally suited in:
 Waterproofing of roofs with inverted insulation
Surface Preparation
 Balconies and Terraces 1. The surface must be clean, dry and sound, free of any
 Wet areas (under-tile) such as Bathrooms, contamination, which may harmfully affect the
Balconies and Kitchens, swimming pool, tank adhesion of the membrane.
 Flowerbeds and Planter Boxes 2. Maximum moisture content should not exceed 5%. New
 Building’s Basement concrete structures need to be dry for at least 28 days.
 Bridge-decks, tunnels, etc. 3. Old, loose coatings, dirt, fats, oils, organic substances
and dust need to be removed by a grinding machine.
TECHNICAL DATA 4. Possible surface irregularities need to be smoothened.
Table 1: Physical Properties: UNCURED STATE*
Parameters Results Method
Appearance Black liquid 1. All preparatory work must be completed before
Viscosity (20°C) 4000-7000 cps application begins. Make sure that the substrate
Pot Life 30~65 mins is clean, dry, stable and properly outlined sealants
Curing Time (25°C) 1 day and pre-striping should be properly cured.
Consumption Rate/sqm 1.62kg in two coats 2. Apply the primer by roller or brush, until the
surface to be primed, is covered. For larger
Coverage Rate/23Kg pail 16 sqm.
surfaces, airless spray application is possible.
Solid Content 90±2
3. After 3 hours (not later than 4 hours) and white
Color Availability Black
the first coat is still a bit tacky, apply the Water-
tite 400 PU Blackline, mid and finish coats using
Table 2: Physical Properties: CURED STATE* an appropriate size of squeegee to arrive on the
required mil thickness.
Parameters Results 4. The best method to ensure the proper wet film
Service temperature 5°C - 35°C thickness is the use of a grid system. Divide the
Shelf Life 12 months surface to be coated into grids and calculate the
Tensile Strength 1.96 N/mm² square footage of each. Refer to the coverage
Tear Strength 1.27 N/mm² chart to determine the quantity of Water-tite 400
Elongation >500% PU Blackline needed for each grid to arrive on the
Crack bridge >1mm required mil thickness. For example, one pail of
Hardness (Shore A) 40±10 Water-tite 400 PU Blackline will cover an area of
approximately 15-16 square meter per 20kg pail
in 1.0mm thickness. The mil thickness of all coats
can also be verified by the use of a wet-mil
thickness gauge.
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5. Allow curing time overnight (16 hour minimum).
Slightly extend the curing time in cool or dry weather
conditions. The surface of the base coat should have
a slight tack. If the coating has been exposed for a
prolonged period, consult Technical Service for
recommendations.
Cleaning:
Clean all tools or equipment used while coating is still
in its uncured state. Use lacquer thinner or reducer to
clean tools and spills.
HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
Precautions for Safe Handling: Make sure the work rooms
have sufficient air exchange or well ventilated. The air
should be drawn away from the personnel handling
the product. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes, and
clothing. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing,
eye protection, face protection. Do not breathe fumes,
gas, vapours, spray. Wash hands thoroughly after
handling.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any
Compatibilities: Keep container tightly closed, dry, and
in a well-ventilated place. Purge with nitrogen and
close container when not in use. Incompatible with
water, moisture, alcohols, strong bases, oxidizing
agents, substances or products that react with
isocyanates.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem – like causes:
 Irregular Appearance – Substrate is too rough,
uneven coating application, and uneven aggregate
distribution.
 SOLUTION: Recoating may improve
appearance. The number of additional coat(s)
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depends on the degree of irregularity. A
sample recoat should be done
 Premature Wear Over High Spots - Failure to grind
down the concretes or junctions of slabs that is not
evenly line up.
 SOLUTION: Grind high areas. Recoat affected
area with entire Water-tite 400 PU Blackline.
 Uneven Aggregate Distribution – Casting of coats
was aggregate unevenly and inconsistently.
 SOLUTION: Aggregate should be evenly
distributed before encapsulation. If the
surface cures unevenly, a recoat may improve
appearance. Use a sample area to gauge
results of recoat.
 Inadequate Slip Resistance – Inconsistent coating
application failure to properly embed aggregate
overly heavy finish coat.
 SOLUTION 1: When putting aggregate into
refusal method, incorporate an additional
10lb/100 ft² (0.5kg/m²) aggregates into the
final lock coat.
 SOLUTION 2: Start with a sample area.
Lightly abrade surface to expose
aggregates.
 Blister – Coating application is too heavy or
substrate is wet
 SOLUTION: Cut blisters and repair spot as
needed.
 Poor Adhesion to Concrete – Concrete surface
too is smooth (not properly outlined) or friable;
concrete contaminated by dirt, oil or moisture,
etc.
 SOLUTION: Fix underlying problem, then
reapply Water-tite 400 PU Blackline.
 Inter-coat Adhesion is Poor - Preceding coat is
contaminated by dirt or moisture; topcoat applied
passed critical recoat time.
 SOLUTION: Fix underlying problem, then
reaaply Water-tite 400 PU Blackline.
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 Sagging in Vertical Applications
 SOLUTION: Apply multiple thin coats of
both base and top coats to achieve
desired film thickness. If sagging occurs,
backroll as soon as possible.

PACKAGING

25 Kg in Metal Pail

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