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PENESEAL PRO® RTU

REACTIVE PENETRATING CONCRETE SEALER

DESCRIPTION DIRECTIONS FOR USE

PENESEAL PRO® is a spray applied liquid sealer Surface preparation:
which forms a sub-surface barrier that protects
concrete against water penetration and seals
w Surface damage, such as honeycombs, voids, etc. must be routed
hairline cracks. When sprayed onto a thoroughly out & repaired with PENECRETE MORTAR™.
cleansed concrete surface, it will react with the w Surface should be minimum 14 days old (28 days is recommend-
concrete to form a sub-surface gel. This gel seals ed), clean, free of dust and dry (no damp areas!)
the pores, capillaries and cracks. As long as water
is present, the product will remain active and seal w Any formwork oil, curing compounds or previous treatments
future hairline cracks. should be completely removed.
APPLICATIONS w Temperature should be between 41° and 95°F (5° and 35°C.)
Because of its ability to withstand thermal stress, w Avoid application when rain is imminent or in heavy wind.
PENESEAL PRO® is ideal for concrete roofs, w Old concrete and concrete affected by carbonation may need to be
podium decks, bridge decks, terraces, traffic treated with calcium for adequate reaction.
bearing structures, runways, and driveways. In
short, everywhere concrete is directly exposed to Application methods:
the elements and considerable thermal stress can The product can be applied using simple hand spraying equipment for
be expected. For below ground projects, Penetron small areas to motorized spray units for large projects. With a simple
is the proven system of choice.
backpack spray unit, coverage of 120-180 sq yards (100-151 m²) per hour
ADVANTAGES can be achieved. After application all equipment should be thoroughly
Seals existing cracks. New hairline cracks will be cleaned with water. Contact your Penetron representative for further
sealed on contact with water. details on spraying equipment.
Protects against water, chloride and sulfate Note: PENESEAL PRO® is ready to use and not to be diluted with water.
ingress; increases resistance to chemical attack Tools:
and carbonation; PENESEAL PRO® is not to be
used in areas where strong acid or alkali attack Low-pressure sprayer, soft bristle broom, squeegee, and water hose.
can be expected. Application:
Sub-surface nature does not affect the adhesion of Step 1. Flood all cracks with PENESEAL PRO® at approximately 1 quart
subsequent products. per 15 feet (1 liter per 5 linear meters).
Increases surface hardness, approximately 13/16”
Step 2. Apply the product to the surface to be treated at the recommended
(20.6 mm depth), to 8 on Moh’s scale.
coverage rate.
Simple, fast and economical application compared
Step 3. Spray the product at low pressure and in low wind conditions.
to alternative membrane systems.
Trafficable within 6 hours after first water curing
Step 4. When surface is dry to the touch (2-6 hours after application) flood
without affecting protection. The product will not the surface with abundant water. If it rains before the product is dry, a
peel or scratch and the treated surfaces can be second application is required once the surface is dry.
polished. No negative screed necessary. Step 5. Twenty-four (24) hours later, flood the surface with abundant water
Non-toxic - can be applied to potable water again.
containing structures. Step 6. Another 24 hours later, flood the surface with abundant water
Ease of repair - if large cracks continue to be again.
present or re-appear during the life of the struc- Step 7. After third flooding, the treated area can be ponded to verify the
ture they are easy to find and fix; no tedious lifting
waterproofing performance.
and removal of membrane to find the cracks is
necessary.

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PENESEAL PRO® RTU

COVERAGE SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

1 quart to 45-65 sq ft (1 liter to 4-6 m²): CAUTION: Avoid skin and eye contact. If contact is
Rough and porous surfaces: 45 sq ft (4 m²). made, flush areas with lots of water. Protective
gloves should be worn. Breathing apparatus is
Very smooth, dense surfaces: 65 sq ft (6 m²). advised if applied in enclosed environments.
Normal surfaces: 55 sq ft (5 m²).
Cracks: additional 1 quart per 15 feet (1 liter per 5 linear meters).

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
w PENESEAL PRO® is not suitable for the repair of structural or
design cracks. For cold joints, expansion joints, penetrations and 006aCPR2013-07-10
EN 1504-2
pour joints, appropriate joint treatment products such as PENE-
Penetron International, Ltd.
CRETE MORTAR™, waterstops, elastomeric sealants, etc., need to 601 South Tenth Street, Unit 300
be applied in addition to the PENESEAL PRO® treatment. Allentown, PA 18103
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w In case the main purpose of application is floor hardening, use PENESEAL PRO
PENESEAL™ FH instead. Impregnation for protection and repair of concrete structures
[Protection against penetration Class 1.2 (I) and Increasing of
w PENESEAL PRO® should not be used for negative side waterproof- physical resistance Class 5.2 (I)]
ing. PENETRON® should be used for this application.
Abrasion resistance: 30 % improvement
w PENESEAL PRO® can be used on concrete that contains fly ash, Capillary water absorption: Class II
Impact strength: Class III (20 Nm)
slag or silica fume, as long as these ingredients do not exceed 30%
Bond strength by pull-off: 0,8 N/mm²
of the total cementitious materials in the concrete mix. To ascertain Penetration depth: 5 mm
suitability, execute a trial on a small area or obtain concrete mix
design from supplier. To increase suitability of such concrete, a
calcium treatment may be applied to the surface. This can also be
done to increase effectiveness on old and heavily carbonated
concrete.
w Do not spray PENESEAL PRO® onto glass, aluminum, wood or
painted surfaces. In case this happens, remove the product with
water.
w Contact your Penetron representative for details. PENESEAL PRO®
should not be used as a replacement or a solution for poor design,
detailing and workmanship.

PACKAGING
Available in 5-gallon (19-l) pails, 55-gallon (208-l) drums and 275-gallon
(1041-l) containers.

STORAGE / SHELF LIFE

Two years when stored in sealed drums. Keep pails closed and avoid exposure
to heat and direct sunlight. DO NOT ALLOW TO FREEZE!

TECHNICAL DATA WARRANTY: PENETRON INTERNATIONAL, LTD. warrants that the products manufac-
tured by it shall be free from material defects and will conform to formulation standards
Property and safety information: and contain all components in their proper proportion. Should any of the products be
proven defective, the liability to PENETRON INTERNATIONAL, LTD. shall be limited to
replacement of the material proven to be defective, and PENETRON INTERNATIONAL,
Color: Transparent LTD. shall in no case be liable otherwise or for incidental or consequential damages.
PENETRON INTERNATIONAL, LTD. MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
Specific gravity: 1.23 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED. User shall determine the suitability of the product for its intended use and
assume all risks and liability in connection therewith.
Non-toxic and biodegradable
PENETRON INTERNATIONAL, LTD.
Non-flammable 45 Research Way, Suite 203, East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 941-9700 • [email protected] • penetron.com

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