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    Hydrocem 2K Pro two part elastomeric cementitious waterproofing mortar kit by MATEX

    Hydrocem 2k pro

    Two Part Elastomeric Cementitious Waterproofing Mortar

    HYDROCEM 2K PRO is a high-performance, two-component, polymer-modified flexible cementitious waterproofing mortar. It is composed of special cements, bonding agents, selected fillers, additives, and a water-based synthetic acrylic co-polymer. HYDROCEM 2K PRO is ideal for waterproofing retaining structures, swimming pools, water reservoirs, and protecting concrete structures exposed to chemical attack. It can be applied horizontally or vertically on both old and new surfaces, bonding excellently to green or damp concrete. Highly flexible, UV-resistant, and breathable, it offers outstanding chemical resistance, crack bridging up to 2.0 mm, and is safe for use with potable water.

    Technical data:
    • Color : Cement grey or white
    • Wet Density : 1.60 ± 0.03 kg/lit
    • Bond Strength : 1.50 N/mm²
    • Elongation : >110% unbonded
    • Tensile Strength : >2.5 N/mm²
    • Water impermeability : positive: >5 bar, Negative: 3 bar
    • Crack Bridging : 2.0 mm
    • Packaging : 30 kg kit

    How to Apply Hydrocem 2k pro

    Hydrocem 2K Pro is a pre-measured two-component kit mixed on site and applied by brush or spatula in at least two coats.

    1. Prepare the substrate. Surfaces must be sound, clean and free from loose material, efflorescence, laitance, curing compounds, dirt, oil and grease, and concrete must be cured for at least 14 days. Level and smooth the surface, remove hard laitance by captive or sand blasting, repair degraded concrete, and treat exposed reinforcement with Lavafer.
    2. Form fillets and treat cracks. Create a 45° fillet at wall-floor junctions with Lavarep F40 or Lavarep F60. Fill superficial cracks with cementitious repair mortar or a paste of Hydrocem 2K Pro, fill dynamic penetrating cracks with flexible injection resins, and plug concentrated seepage with Hydroplug.
    3. Pre-wet the surface. Saturate the substrate with clean water until a saturated surface dry (SSD) condition is reached.
    4. Mix. Pour the liquid (part B) into the container and slowly add the powder (part A). Mix with a low-speed mixer (300-400 rpm) and paddle for 3-5 minutes until homogeneous and lump free, then leave for 4 minutes to release entrapped air.
    5. Treat joints in tanks and pools. For internal waterproofing of water tanks and swimming pools, fix Hydrojoint Tape at joints and penetrations. Brush a strip of Hydrocem 2K Pro 75 mm wider than the tape on both sides, embed the tape with a steel spatula, and let the strip dry before coating the whole area.
    6. Apply the coats. Apply with brush or spatula in at least two coats in opposite directions, no more than 1 mm per coat, letting the first harden sufficiently before the second. A build-up of 3.2 kg/m² gives a 2.00 mm membrane. Where movement or cracking is expected, embed a reinforcing fiber mesh in the first coat while wet and fully cover it with the second.
    7. Protect, cure and clean. Protect from rain and water spillage for the first 24 hours and shade the work area in peak summer heat. Allow 48 hours curing before tiling, using an adhesive of similar flexibility. In drinking water tanks, wash and sponge-scrub the coating thoroughly before use; clean tools with water before the product hardens.

    Summary of the method in the Hydrocem 2k pro Technical Data Sheet. Always follow the full TDS on site.

    Standards & Test Methods

    StandardTitleReferenced for
    ASTM D412Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—TensionElongation >110% (unbonded); tensile strength >2.0 N/mm²
    EN 12390-8Testing hardened concrete — Depth of penetration of water under pressureWater impermeability: positive >5 bar, negative 3 bar
    ASTM E96Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of MaterialsMoisture vapor transmission <25 g/m²/day
    ASTM D2240Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer HardnessShore A hardness 30
    ASTM D4060Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by the Taber AbraserAbrasion resistance, wear index 1
    BS 6920Suitability of non-metallic materials and products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the waterToxicity: NIL
    EN 14891Liquid applied water impermeable products for use beneath ceramic tiling bonded with adhesives — Requirements, test methods, assessment and verification of constancy of performance, classification and markingListed in the TDS
    ASTM C836Standard Specification for High Solids Content, Cold Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane for Use with Separate Wearing CourseListed in the TDS
    DIN 1048Testing methods for concrete (Prüfverfahren für Beton)Listed in the TDS

    Standards and test methods as referenced in the Hydrocem 2k pro Technical Data Sheet. Values in the TDS are typical laboratory results under standard conditions.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What crack bridging does Hydrocem 2K Pro provide?

    Hydrocem 2K Pro bridges cracks up to 2.0 mm at breakage (BS EN 1062), with elongation above 110% unbonded per ASTM D412.

    What water pressure can Hydrocem 2K Pro resist?

    Per EN 12390 part 8, water impermeability is above 5 bar on the positive side and 3 bar on the negative side.

    How long before tiling over Hydrocem 2K Pro?

    The TDS gives a curing time of 48 hours before tile application. Use a tile adhesive with a similar degree of flexibility.

    What is the coverage of Hydrocem 2K Pro?

    The TDS states 8.5-9.0 square meters per 30 kg kit at 2.00 mm thickness, with a build-up of 3.2 kg/m² for a 2.00 mm membrane.

    Can Hydrocem 2K Pro be used in drinking water tanks?

    The TDS describes it as non-toxic and suitable for drinking water. Wash the applied coat thoroughly with plenty of water while scrubbing with a sponge before using the tank.

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