MCI®-2241/MCI®-2242 Watertight Coat

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS AND FEATURES

Features Benefits
Acrylic-emulsion- Ensures bond to substrate; re-
based pels water; provides flexibility
Flexible Bridges static hairline cracks
Breathable Allows substrate to breathe
naturally; can be used on
grade
Fiber-reinforced Provides improved tensile
strength
Solvent-free VOC compliant; environmen-
Product Description tally friendly; tools clean up
MCI® -2241/2242 are flexible and breathable water- with water
proofing membranes based on a unique combination of Pre-measured packag- Provides improved job-site
acrylic emulsion, Portland cement and fine fibers. Use ing quality control; adds conve-
them to waterproof all types of above- or below-grade nience and efficiency to mixing
concrete and masonry including foundations, block walls,
balconies, parapets, planter boxes, water ranks, and COVERAGE
fountains. MCI®-2241 is a gray color, MCI®-2242 is Each kit covers 88-100 ft2 when applied at 1/16 in
white. thickness (8 m2 per 15.2 L at 1.6 mm thickness)

MCI®-2241/2242 Watertight Coat were designed for MIXING

water-proofing above- and below-grade concrete and Use both components at a preconditioned temperature of
masonry. Their precise blend of acrylic emulsion, Portland 70 +/- 50F (21 +/- 30C). Use one 2.3 gal pail (8.9 L) of
cement and fine fibers makes them ideal for waterproof- Component A per one 25 lb. bag (11 kg) of Component
ing a wide range of vertical or horizontal surfaces. This B. Alternatively, batch mix in 1/2 units.
unique combination of ingredients creates a breathable
waterproofing membrane that is both flexible and abra- Mixing must be achieved mechanically using a slow-
sion-resistant. Watertight coat can be used in combina- speed drill and a mixing paddle. Mix thoroughly for
tion with a variety of pedestrian or light traffic durable at least 3 minutes to a uniform, lump-free consistency.
coatings offered by Cortec Corporation to achieve a Once mixed, the working time is approximately 30-90
highly durable, aesthetically pleasing waterproof horizon- minutes, depending upon material, ambient and surface
tal finish system for concrete and masonry substrates. conditions.

SURFACE PREPARATION APPLICATION

Remove loose or damaged material by sand-blasting or Apply only to sound and clean, dry, properly prepared,
high-pressure (>3000 psi (20.7 MPa)) water-blasting. frost-free surfaces.
Make sure surfaces are sound, clean and free of all bond-
inhibiting materials, including oil, dust, dirt, laitance and
standing water.
Apply in one 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) thick coat with a PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
stainless-steel trowel. Alternately, apply to a 1/16 inch Test Criteria
Metric
(1.6 mm) total thickness using a spray device. Immediately Report Test Method Results Equivalent
trowel the product level. Adhesion to ASTM 7 days 150 psi 103 Mpa
Concrete D-4541 28 days 177 psi 1.22 Mpa
Use Repair Mesh to reinforce areas such as: static hairline ASTM w/o mesh 0.470 psi 3.24 Mpa
Tensile Strength
D-412 w/mesh 3800 psi 26.2 Mpa
cracks, transitions between materials (i.e., concrete floor to
CMU wall or EIFS trim to stucco wall) and changes in plane ASTM w/o mesh 11.0%
Elongation
D-412 w/mesh 9.0%
(tops of knee walls and parapets). Immediately embed
Repair Mesh into the material. Using a stainless-steel Flexibility ASTM passes 1/8” passes 3mm
28 days
Mandrel Bend D-522 @ 77oF at 25oC
trowel, smooth out any wrinkles in the mesh forcing it down
before covering it with MCI®-2241/2242. ASTM D-
Abrasion 3000 cycles weight loss
4060 Taber
Curing/Drying Resistance
CS-10 wheel
6000 cycles 0.20 g 0.34g
Allow a minimum drying time of 24 hours before
Water ASTM 24 hour
overcoating. Protect from rain, freezing, and continuous 4.5%
Absorption D-570 immersion
high humidity until completely dry.
Waterproofing Untreated
Clean Up 1.45 psi 0.01 MPa
(hydrostatic CMU Water
>101.5 psi 0.70 MPa
Clean tools and equipment with water immediately after pressure) tight Coat
use. Cured material can only be removed mechanically.
ASM E-96
Vapor Procedure 3.9 U.S.
LIMITATIONS Permeability B (wet) perms 220 ng/
Apply only when surface and ambient temperature are 45- Procedure A 0.6 U.S. Pa*m*s 33.1
500F (7-100C) and rising or 850F (290C) and falling. (dry) perms ng/Pa*m*s
Mix Component A and Component B only in the specified Chloride Ion
Modified
89.9%
ratios. Never add water to the mixture. NCHRP
Penetration reduction
Report 244
Cold or damp conditions retard drying and require
additional time before overcoating or opening to traffic. Rapid Chlordie ASTM C Watertight 550
Permeability 1202 Coat Coulombs
Not recommended for bridging joints or dynamic cracks in
concrete or masonry. PACKAGING
Not recommended for roofing applications or as a primary MCI® -2241/2242 Component A is available in 2.3 gal-
waterproofing over occupied space. lons (8.9L) packaged in 5 gallon (19 liters) pail. Com-
Not recommended for use on wood decks or wood ponent B is available in 25 lb (11 kg) bags. Each kit
balconies.o yields 4 gallons (15 L). Shelf life is 12 months in original,
properly stored, in unopened container.
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Store in a dry area between 500F (100C) and 850F (290C).
KEEP CONTAINER TIGHTLY CLOSED Protect from direct sunlight, extreme heat, and freezing.
NOT FOR INTERNAL CONSUMPTION
CONSULT MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR MORE INFORMATION
LIMITED WARRANTY
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