Mapelastic AquaDefense
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IN COMPLIANCE WITH EUROPEAN STANDARD LIQUID-APPLIED WATER IMPERMEABLE PRODUCTS Ready-to-use, ultraquick drying, flexible liquid membrane for internal and external waterproofing applications WHERE TO USE To form waterproofing layers before applying ceramic, stone and mosaic coatings in: • alconies and terraces; b • athrooms and shower cubicles; b • aundry rooms; l • aunas and damp environments in general. s Mapelastic AquaDefense may be applied on: • concrete; • ementitious screeds and screeds made using c special binders (Topcem, Topcem Pronto, Mapecem or Mapecem Pronto); • lasterboard (for internal applications only); p • xisting coatings in ceramic, terrazzo and stone; e • ementitious render. c ADVANTAGES • Mapelastic AquaDefense is supplied ready to use. • Mapelastic AquaDefense is a rapid product: – resists rainwater 1 hour after applying the first coat and 3 hours after applying the second coat. – ceramic may be bonded after 4 hours (at +23°C and 50% R.H. when applied on a dry screed with less than 3% residual moisture). • Mapelastic AquaDefense is elastic: at +23°C it has 3.2 mm crack-bridging capacity without reinforcement. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Mapelastic AquaDefense is a totally solvent-free, ready-to-use, ultra-quick drying, one-component light blue, synthetic resin based paste in water dispersion. Mapelastic AquaDefense is easy to apply using a long-haired roller, brush or trowel on horizontal, sloping and vertical surfaces. Mapelastic AquaDefense dries very quickly to form a flexible membrane without a sticky surface. It is resistant to light pedestrian traffic after just 3 hours and forms an excellent grip with all types of adhesive for laying ceramic, stone material and mosaic of all kinds. The flexible nature of Mapelastic AquaDefense helps it withstand normal movements caused by expansion and shrinkage of the substrate due to temperature variations and vibration. Tiles laid on floors waterproofed with Mapelastic AquaDefense by using C2F-class MAPEI adhesives (such as Granirapid, Elastorapid, etc.) and grouted with Ultracolor Plus may be opened to pedestrian traffic within 12 hours of starting the work. Mapelastic AquaDefense is resistant to water, lime-water (ph > 12), and detergents commonly used for cleaning residential environments. RECOMMENDATIONS • Do not apply Mapelastic AquaDefense if the temperature is lower than +5°C. • Mapelastic AquaDefense must always be covered with ceramic, mosaic or stone.

Impregnating Drain Vertical fabric with Mapelastic AquaDefense Application of Mapeband on a wall-floor fillet joint with Mapelastic AquaDefense • o not apply Mapelastic AquaDefense D on cementitious substrates or on substrates with residual humidity higher than 3% and recurring rising damp. • o not apply Mapelastic AquaDefense D on crumbly cementitious substrates, old floors which are not well bonded to the substrate or surface treatments which impede a good bond. • o not use Mapelastic AquaDefense D to cover cracks. • rotect the surface from rain for at least P 1 hour after applying the...

TECHNICAL DATA (typical values) PRODUCT IDENTITY Consistency: light blue Density (g/cm³): Brookfield Viscosity (mPa·s): 45,000 (spindle 6 - 10 rpm) Application by roller of Mapelastic AquaDefense second coat APPLICATION DATA (at +23°C - 50% R.H.) Minimum filming temperature: Recommended application temperature: Waiting time between first and second coat: approximately 60 minutes (when dry to the touch) Waiting time before laying coating: Complete drying of 1 mm thick layer: FINAL PERFORMANCE Performance figures for Mapelastic AquaDefense Initial bond strength EN 14891-A.6.2 (N/mm²): Bond...

beforehand that it is suitable for the envisaged application. In every case, the user alone is fully responsible for any consequences deriving from the use of the product. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARATION AND APPLICATION Mapelastic AquaDefense is not considered dangerous according to the current regulations redarding the classification of mixtures. It is however recommended to wear protective gloves and goggles and to take the usual precautions for handling chemicals. For further and complete information about the safe use of our product please refer to the latest version of our Material...