Heavy Duty Bitumen Coating, Vapour Barrier & Flooring System Binder
Thixotropic water dispersed bitumen emulsion.
Uses
flintkote 3 is a general purpose bituminous coating and vapour barrier and flooring system binder. See abe.®co mastic and tank base mastic.
Advantages
- Waterproof coating and vapour barrier.
- Easy to apply and cost effective.
- Waterproof binder for mastic flooring which is easily repairable.
- Suitable for waterproofing membrane (with fabric and UV protection).
- Potable water containment.
Colour
Surface Preparation
Steel – must never be coated directly with flintkote 3.
abe® bitu.®prime should be used as a first coat and preparation of the steel must be as specified for the primer. Galvanised steel – must be free of oil, grease and anti-white rust treatment. Scrub the surface thoroughly with a paste made from abe® super brush cleaner and an abrasive soap. This may be applied with a cleaning pad (e.g. Scotchbrite). Thoroughly wash away all residues using clean water.
Concrete and other porous surfaces must be free of all dust and laitance. The first coat of flintkote 3 should be diluted 1:1 with clean water. See data sheet.
Properties of Wet Material
| Density (typical) | 1,0 g/cm3 |
| Colour | Brown, drying to black |
| Finish | Matt |
| Flash point | None |
| Dilution | Clean water |
| Consistency | Smooth thixotropic paste |
| Toxicity | Mildly toxic while liquid |
Properties During Application
| Volume solids (typical) | 55% |
| Recommended average DFT per coat | 550 µm |
| Theoretical coverage for above DFT | 1 m2/l on smooth surfaces |
| Wet film thickness at above | 1 mm |
| Maximum recommended WFT | 1,25 mm |
| Drying time @ 25°C | 24 hours but determine by inspection. Rub film with wet finger |
| Overcoating time @ 25°C | 24 hours |
| Application temperature range | 5°C – 50°C |
| Do not apply if | Surface is less than 2°C above dew point |
| Fire resistance of wet film | Non-flammable |
Properties Of Dry Film
| Service temperature | Maximum dry: 60°C Minimum: -10°C |
| Solvent resistance | Not resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Water tainting | Non-tainting |
Bonding / Priming
Dilute 1:1 with water for porous surfaces. Application rate 6.7 m2/L.
The coverage rate may change subject to the surface texture and absorption properties. Use bitu.® prime on steel.
Mixing
Stir flintkote 3 well before use, using a flat paddle.
Coverage
1,25 m2/l as coating;
7 l/m2 as binder.
Application
flintkote 3 is normally applied by brush and generally should not be applied thicker than specified. The first coat should be thoroughly dry before application of a second coat. This can be easily determined by rubbing the surface with a wet finger. If the finger remains clean, the surface is dry enough to overcoat. flintkote 3 can be used in conjunction with a glass fibre membrane to build up and reinforce thicker coats. The membrane must be set into the still wet film of flintkote 3 and ideally all bubbles and wrinkles should be removed by means of a laminating roller. The film is allowed to dry and then a second coat is applied at a sufficient thickness to completely obliterate the weave and pattern of the membrane.
Where the flintkote 3 film is finally to be exposed to the effects of sunlight and ultra-violet radiation, it is recommended that, some 3 – 4 weeks after being applied, it be overcoated with abe® silvakote.
Protection on Completion
Protect against traffic and spillage until cured. If exposed to direct extensive sunlight, overcoat with abe® silvakote.
Cleaning
Ordinary clean water or abe.® super brush cleaner.
Temperature and Relative Humidity
High humidity slows evaporation of water dispersant.
Model Specification
Water dispersed single-component, general purpose bitumen emulsion supplied by a.b.e.® Construction Chemicals, installed to manufacturer’s instructions.
Packaging
5 L, 25 L and 200 L yield metal containers.
Handling & Storage
Flintkote 3 has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry, cool place in the original, unopened container. If stored at high temperatures and/or high humidity conditions, the shelf life may be reduced.
Health & Safety
flintkote 3 is mildly toxic and non-flammable. Ensure the working area is well ventilated during application and drying. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Suitable protective clothing, gloves, eye protection and respiratory protective equipment should be worn. The use of barrier creams provides additional skin protection. If contact with skin occurs, wash with water and soap. Splashes into eyes should be washed immediately with plenty of clean water and medical advice sought.
Cured flintkote 3 is inert and harmless.
Further Information
Where other products are to be used in conjunction with this material, the relevant technical data sheets should be consulted to determine total requirements. a.b.e.® Construction Chemicals has a wealth of technical and practical experience built up over years in the company’s pursuit of excellence in building and construction technology.
Important Note
This data sheet is issued as a guide to the use of the product(s) concerned. Whilst a.b.e.® Construction Chemicalsendeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information is accurate and correct, the company cannot – because a.b.e.® has no direct or continuous control over where and how a.b.e.® products are applied – accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of a.b.e.® products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation, or information given by the company.