Cempatch FL

Shrinkage compensated free flowing micro concrete

DESCRIPTION
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Cempatch FL is a single component polymer modified
repair system. Cempatch FL is composed of a blend of dry Colour: Grey & white
powders and selected aggregates which when mixed with Compressive Cempatch FL
water produce a shrinkage compensated, self compacting strength:
and free flowing micro-concrete suitable for large volume BS EN 12390-3 STD 90 100
concrete repairs. @ 1 day > 27 MPa > 35 MPa > 40 MPa
@ 3 days > 42 MPa > 55 MPa > 60 MPa
APPLICATIONS @ 7 days > 52 MPa > 70 MPa > 80 MPa
@ 28 days > 62 MPa > 80 MPa > 90 MPa
Repair of all types of structural concrete elements such as
walls, columns, beams and floors. Flexural strength: Cempatch FL
BS6319, Part 3:
1998 STD 90 100
ADVANTAGES
@ 28 days ≥ 9 MPa ≥ 11 MPa ≥ 13 MPa
» High initial and ultimate strength development. Cempatch FL
» Very high flow, suitable for repair of steel congested Length change:
areas. ASTM C157 STD 90 100
» Shrinkage controlled polymer modified cementitious @ 56 days up to up to less than
repair eliminates cracking. 0.008% 0.01% -0.02%
» Easy to apply, single component, requires only addition
20 – 25 min @ 20°C
of water. Working time:
» Extremely low permeability, providing excellent 12 – 17 min @ 35°C
protection to steel reinforcements and host concrete. Setting time:
» Self compacting and self priming, with high bond BS4550 :
strength. Initial 6 – 7 hr @ 25°C
» Suitable for internal and external applications. Final 9 – 10 hr @ 25°C
» No independent primer is required.
Water penetration:
≤ 10 mm
METHOD OF USE DIN1048
Cempatch FL STD
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION 3.35 litre of water for 25 kg bag of
Cempatch FL STD
All damaged and weak concrete shall be cut back to reach
sound concrete or to a minimum depth of application. Cempatch FL90
Corroded steel reinforcement should be grit blasted to Mixing ratio: 3 litre of water for 25 kg bag of
remove all rust traces. Steel loss up to 25% of original Cempatch FL90
section shall be compensated, where loss of section
exceeds 25%, steel reinforcement shall be replaced. Cempatch FL100
2.30 litre of water for 25 kg bag of
Remove all concrete form around exposed steel Cempatch FL100
reinforcements by 20 mm thickness. The perimeters of
the repair area should be saw cut to a minimum depth of
10 mm. The prepared area should be cleaned thoroughly
by brush and/or compressed air. A water tight formwork
should be used to avoid material loss.

Areas to be repaired with Cempatch FL should be soaked

with clean water for several hours before applying the
Cempatch system. All excess water should be removed.
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PRIMING
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
All grit blasted steel reinforcements should be primed
within 2 to 4 hours with one or two coats of zinc rich epoxy Reaction to fire:
coating Repcoat ZR. BS EN 1504-3, Class A1
Clause 5.5
Provided that the substrate has been thoroughly soaked Minimum
with clean water, and is damp on application of product a application 5°C
primer is not normally required. temperature:

For concrete highly contaminated with soluble salts, it is Note: Cempatch FL is available in 3 ranges.
recommended to use Quickmast 108, an epoxy bonding Compressive strength results are evaluated by using
agent, which prevents migration of salts such as chloride 150 mm cubes.
ions and sulphate to the repair patch, as well as providing Compressive strength and Flexural strength @ 1 day
bond for Cempatch FL to host concrete. are under restrain.
Compressive strength and Flexural strength@ 3, 7 & 28
MIXING days are under wet cure.

To ensure proper mixing, a mechanically powered mixer PACKAGING

or drill fitted with suitable paddle should be used. For
Cempatch FL standard (3.35), Cempatch FL90 (3.0) litre of Cempatch FL is available in 25 kg bags.
clean water should be added to clean container, and (2.30)
litre for Cempatch FL100. The powder is then added slowly
THICKNESSES AND SIZE LIMITATIONS
to the water while mixing continuously with low speed
mixer/drill (400 – 600 rpm). Mixing should be continued for
3 minutes until a uniform consistency is obtained. Cempatch FL can be applied in a single application for
large repair voids at thicknesses greater than 50 mm and
up to 200 mm for Cempatch FL STD and FL90, while for
PLACING AND FINISHING
FL100 it can reach up to 400 mm.
For large areas, DCP Technical Office should be consulted.
Cempatch FL should be poured in a single continuous
operation, within 25 minutes of mixing. The mixed materials
YIELD
should be poured slowly to prevent air entrapment.
Cempatch FL STD: Approximately 12.5 litre per 25 kg bag.
CURING
(80bags/m³).
Cempatch FL90: Approximately 12.0 litre per 25 kg bag.
As Cempatch FL is a cementitious based material, it should (83bags/m³).
be cured in a similar method to concrete. Curing can be Cempatch FL100: Approximately 11.5 litre per 25 kg bag.
conducted by using a good concrete curing compound (87bags/m³).
such as Setseal A.
STORAGE
CLEANING
Cempatch FL has a shelf life of 12 months from date of
All tools shall be cleaned immediately after application manufacture if stored at temperatures between 2°C and
using fresh water. Hardened materials must be cleaned 50°C in original unopened bags.
mechanically.
If these conditions are exceeded, DCP Technical
Department should be contacted for advise.
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CAUTIONS MORE FROM DON CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS

HEALTH AND SAFETY A wide range of construction chemical products are

manufactured by DCP which include:
Cempatch FL may cause irritation to skin or eyes. In case
of accidental contact with eyes, immediately flush with » Concrete admixtures.
plenty of water and seek medical advise. » Surface treatments
» Grouts and anchors.
For further information refer to the Material Safety Data » Concrete repair.
Sheet. » Flooring systems.
» Protective coatings.
FIRE » Sealants.
» Waterproofing.
Cempatch FL is nonflammable. » Adhesives.
» Tile adhesives and grouts.
» Building products.
» Structural strengthening.
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