Fixativ C50

Structural R4-class, Normal-setting thixotropic mortar for repairing deteriorated concrete

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Specifications

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Product Description

Fixativ C50 is a one-component, thixotropic mortar with very low emission of volatile organic compounds made from special hydraulic binders, fine selected aggregates, synthetic poly acrylonitrile fibers, synthetic polymers and special admixtures. After mixing with water, the product forms a mortar with good workability. It is applied by trowel in a single layer from 3 to 40 mm thick to repair and smooth over concrete. Fixativ C50 hardens without shrinking and is characterized by its excellent adhesion to concrete substrates. After hardening, Fixativ C50 has the following characteristics:
· Excellent bond strength to both old concrete
· High dimensional stability and, therefore, low risk of cracking
· Thermal compatibility to freeze/thaw cycles
· Low permeability to water.

Field of Application

· Restoring and repairing deteriorated concrete around steel reinforcement in concrete members.

· Restoring string courses, eaves and the front edges of balconies on concrete structures near the sea.

· Restoring concrete beams and pillars.

· Refurbishing steps, boundary walls and access ramps.

· Repairing precast RC structures.

Product Details

Product identity

Class according to EN 1504-3: R4

Type: PCC

Consistency: powder

Color: grey

Maximum diameter of aggregate (EN 1015-1) (mm): 0.4

Bulk density (kg/m³): 100

Ion chloride content (%): ≤ 0.05 ≤ 0.05

PACKAGING

Fixativ C50 is supplied in:

– 25 kg paper bags

COVERAGE / CONSUMPTION

The consumption is approximately 1.5kg/m2 at 1 mm thickness.

Application Procedure

Preparation of the substrate

· Remove all deteriorated and loose concrete to form a solid, rough and strong substrate. Any areas previously repaired and which are not perfectly bonded must also be removed.
· Remove all dust, rust, cement laitance, grease, oil and paint from the concrete and reinforcement rods by sandblasting or hydro-sandblasting.
· Treat reinforcement rods with Ferroprimer 1K or 2K, according to the procedure given in the Technical Data Sheet of product.
· Saturate the substrate with water.
· Before carrying out repairs, wait until excess water has evaporated.

Preparing the product

Pour approximately 5.5 liters of clean water into a container and slowly add a 25 kg bag of Fixativ C50 while mixing. Carefully mix the blend for several minutes then remove any powder which has stuck to the sides and bottom of the container. Add more water to obtain the consistency required without exceeding the recommended amount, approximately 6-6.5 liters. Mix again for several minutes to form a well-blended, plastic consistency, lump-free mixture. Fixativ C50 remains workable for around 15 minutes at +10°C to +25°C.

Applying the product

Apply a layer of mortar from 3 to 40 m thick with a trowel or putty knife; no formwork is required. As soon as the mortar starts to set, tamp the surface with a sponge float. The waiting time required before carrying out this operation depends on surrounding weather conditions. To paint and protect the surface, apply a coat of an elastomeric product or an acrylic product.