Bituproof 12

General purpose fiber reinforced rubberized bitumen emulsion (Formerly known as

Setcrete 12)

Description
Technical Properties @ 250C:
Bituproof 12 is a dark brown emulsified bitumen liquid
Form: Thixotropic liquid
reinforced with rubber, formulated from selected raw
materials to form a high build elastomeric water proof Solid content: > 52%
and protec ve coa ng for concrete and masonry.
3 hr @ 25oC
Over coa ng me:
2 hr @ 35oC
Applications
Applica on
Bituproof 12 provides a water proofing and protec ve 5 to 45°C
temperature:
coa ng for:
Density: 1 ± 0.02 gm/ cm³
 Retaining walls. Drying me:
 Shaded or led roofs. 2 - 3 hr @ 25oC
(for thickness < 0.4
 Under ground concrete founda ons. 1 - 2 hr @ 35oC
mm)
 Wet floor areas such as bathrooms and kitchens.
 Where minor live crakes may occur in concrete Service temperature: -20 to 60oC
substrates, Bituproof 12 will bridge such minor cracks. Resists to all water based
 Basement walls. salts, mild alkaline and acid
 Concrete slabs. Chemical resistance: solu ons, detergents and
most common aqueous
Advantages minerals

 Elastomeric will bridge minor cracks which may occur Tensile strength:
0.2 MPa
in concrete substrates. ASTM D412, Die C
 Resists a ack by chloride and sulphate ions present in
VOC: < 40 gr/ ltr.
ground water.
 Single component.
 Easily applied by brush, roller, broom or squeegee. Note: Drying me is affected by applied thickness,
 Economical. temperature of substrate and wind condi ons
 Solvent free, non flammable.
 Asbestos free. Method of Use
 Rot resistant.
Surface Preparation
Standards
Surface prepara on is very important to get the highest
 Bituproof 12 complies with ASTM D1227 Type II, Class performance of Bituproof 12. Any surface to be coated
1. must be clean, sound and free of oil or grease. Any oil or
 Bituproof 12 complies with ASTM C309 as a curing grease contamina on should be removed with a chemical
compound when applied with two coats at a rate degreaser.
of 4 m2/litre per coat.
All holes should be filled with a suitable cemen ous
mortar before applica on of Bituproof 12.

Primer Coat

There is generally no need for primer coat. Dusty surfaces

should be primed with a coat of Bituproof 12, diluted with
an equal quan ty of cool, clean water and allowed to dry.
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Application Cautions

It is recommended that two coats of Bituproof 12 be Health and Safety

applied. The second coat should be applied at a right
angle to the first coat. Allow a minimum of 3 hours As with all bituminous products, care should be taken
between coats. S r well before use. Bituproof 12 may be during use and storage to avoid contact with skin, eyes
applied by brush, roller, broom or squeegee. and mouth. Wear suitable protec ve clothing, gloves
and eye/face protec on. Should accidental skin contact
Cleaning occur, remove immediately with plenty of clean water. If
swallowed, seek medical a en on immediately - do not
Tools and equipment can be cleaned with water when induce vomi ng.
s ll wet. Dried Bituproof 12 may be removed with DCP
Solvent. For further informa on refer to the Material Safety Data
sheet.
Packaging
Fire
Bituproof 12 is available in 18 and 200 litres drums.
Bituproof 12 is non-flammable.
Coverage DCP Solvent is flammable. Ensure adequate ven la on.
Do not use near a naked flame and do not smoke during
Coverage rate depends on surface roughness and the use.
method of applica on.
 3 - 5 m²/litre per coat, as protec ve coa ng. Flash Point:
 1 - 1.5 m²/litre per coat, as waterproof coa ng giving a DCP Solvent: 37°C.
dry film thickness of 350 - 500 microns per coat. Two
coats recommended. More from Don Construction Products
Storage A wide range of construc on chemical products are
manufactured by DCP which include:
Store away from direct sunlight, and protect from
freezing.  Concrete admixtures.
 Surface treatments
Shelf Life  Grouts and anchors.
 Concrete repair.
Bituproof 12 has a shelf life of 12 months if stored in  Flooring systems.
proper condi ons.  Protec ve coa ngs.
 Sealants.
If these condi ons are exceeded, DCP Technical  Waterproofing.
Department should be contacted for advice.  Adhesives.
 Tile adhesives and grouts.
 Building products.
 Structural strengthening.
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