Dynasylan®BSM 40%

Product description Areas of application

® For waterproofing of absorbent mineral façade
Dynasylan BSM 40% is a free-flowing, colourless
liquid based on a monomaniac alkylalkoxysilane in construction material such as:
ethanol. It is specifically intended for the water- § Brickwork
repellents impregnation of absorbent mineral § Slightly absorbent clinker masonry
facede construction materials. Dynasylan BSM
® § Prefabricated concrete elements
40% is supplied ready for application. § Exposed-aggregate concrete
§ Mineral plaster facades
Product Characteristics § Sand-lime brickwork
§ Water-vapor-permeable,colorless § Ceramic tiles
impregnation § Autoclaved aerated concrete
§ Non film-forming Waterproofing of façade construction materials with
®
§ Effective on hairline cracks up to 0.3mm Dynasylan BSM 40% can contribute significantly to
§ Significantly reduces the absorption of water reducing heating energy, as the reduction in water
and water-borne contaminants (chlorides) absorption also reduces the thermal conductivity of
§ Very good penetration the facade.
§ High alkali resistance
§ Suitable for waterproofing under topcoats
§ Frost resistant

Technical data
Property Value Unit Method
Appearance Free-flowing, colourless liquid - -
Active ingredient Alkylalkoxysilane - -
Solvent Ethanol - -
Strength 40 % -
Odour Of alcohol - -
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Density (20 C) 0.824 g/cm DIN 51757
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Boiling point 81 C -
Viscosity 1.12 mPa.s DIN 53015
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Flash point <21 C DIN 51755
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Application rate ®
with Dynasylan BSM 40%. Glass, wood and metal
Depending on how absorbent the substrate is, ®
is not attacked by Dynasylan BSM 40%. Neither is
experience has shown that concrete requires
2 most plastics used in construction. Therefore
approx. 0.4 – 0.6 l/m and sand lime brickwork
2 covering is normally not necessary. To make it
approx. 0.7 l/m . Porous façade tiles, on the other
2 sure we recommend carrying out a test. In the
hand, can require well in excess of 1 l/m
® worst case, product not absorbed by the substrate
Dynasylan BSM 40%. The amount to be applied
may react with atmospheric moisture to form a
has to be determined by a trial application.
greasy, glossy silicone resin film, which can easily
be removed if cleaned immediately using
Directions for use
conventional cleaning agents, or alcohol.
The substrates to by treated should by dry and
®
clean in order to ensure deep penetration of the Dynasylan BSM 40% reacts with the interface in
active ingredient. During application the outside pores and capillaries of the mineral surface and
temperature and the temperature of the substrate forms invisible, water-repellent interfacial
o compounds. However, since it is frequently
should be within the range from 0 to 45 C. The
material should not be applied if there is a strong unknown whether the material has been previously
wind or if it is raining. The material must not come treated, and the exact type of treatment, a test
into contact with water either before of during use. should always be performed on a small area to
® make sure that not undesired secondary
Dynasylan BSM 40% must be applied by flow-
phenomena occur. Plants in the vicinity of the
coating to the saturation point. This is achieved by
substrate to be treated should be protected against
allowing it to flow without pressure against the ®
contact with Dynasylan BSM 40%.
surface to be treated. All liquid delivery devices are
suitable (airless spray guns, for example). The
Safety information
material must not be atomized to applied with a
Before considering the use of any chemical read its
brush.
Safety Data Sheet thoroughly for safety and
®
Dynasylan BSM 40% must remain in contact with toxicological data as well as for information on
the substrate for several seconds as a liquid film. proper transportation, storage and use. The Safety
Horizontal surfaces should have a shiny, wet Data Sheet is available upon request from your
appearance for 3-5 seconds. Vertical surfaces local BASF Construction Chemicals SA
should exhibit a 30-50cm shiny curtain of liquid. representative.

All equipment and containers must by clean and

dry. After use they can be cleaned with any
organic solvent (methylated spirit, petrol or
thinners.).

Non-absorbent substrates such as, for example,

glass, wood, plastic and metal cannot be treated
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Storage
Store under cover, out of direct sunlight and
protect from extremes of temperatures.
Failure to comply with the recommended storage
conditions may result in premature deterioration of
the product or packaging. For specific storage
advice consult BASF Construction Chemicals
SA’s Technical Services Department.
Note
Field service, where provided, does not constitute
supervisory responsibility. For additional
information contact your local BASF Construction
Chemicals SA representative. BASF Construction
Chemicals SA. reserves the right to have the true
cause of any difficulty determined by accepted
test methods

Safety precautions Quality and care

As with all chemical products, care should be
taken during use and storage to avoid contact with
eyes mouth, skin and foodstuffs (which can also
be tainted with vapour until product fully cured or
dried). Treat splashes to eyes and skin
immediately. If accidentally ingested, seek
immediate medical attention. Keep away from
children and animals. Reseal containers after use.
All products originating from BASF Construction
Chemicals’ SA facility are manufactured under a
management system independently certified to
conform to the requirements of the quality,
environmental and occupational health & safety
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.
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