Asian Paints Berger Smart Care Bitushield Primer SB Advanced, Fast Drying & Low Viscosity Solvent

Features

Uses

• SmartCare Bitushield Primer SB Advanced is ideally used as a primer or sealer coat before applying bitumen-based water proofing membranes.
• Goes into concrete cracks and improves adhesion between the bitumen-based membrane also the concrete exterior.
• Asphalt primer is suitable for roofing, damp proofing, waterproofing
• Curing compound on newly cast concrete – furnishes effective weatherproof, waterproof, corrosion-resistant protective layer
• Resistant to low concentrations of acids and alkalis can fight extended oxidation
• SmartCare Bitushield Primer is suited for application to an expansive variety of materials like steel, iron, brick, zinc, cement, aluminium, concrete, wood, stone, felt, etc.

ADVANTAGES / CHARACTERISTICS

• The SmartCare Bitushield is easy to use, and cold applied. No added heating is needed.
• The primer is suitable for porous and non-porous surfaces
• It is an excellent binder for the dust particles collected on the concrete surfaces even after cleaning. Asian Paints Bitushield Primer improves adhesion between the bitumen-based surface and concrete
• Superior barrier against chloride & sulphate ions ingress. Asian Paints Berger Bitushield Primer can be used on horizontal and vertical surfaces
• It works well as a curing compound on freshly cast concrete.
• Fast drying leads to seamless/joint free layer

PRODUCT DATA FORM
APPEARANCE/COLOUR PACKAGING
Black Colour, Liquid

PACKAGING
20 Litres and 200 Litres

STORAGE CONDITIONS / SHELF-LIFE

The paint container packs should always be stored in shaded and dry areas. The Asian Paints Bitushield Primer should not be kept in direct sunlight and heated space. If we don't comply with the suggested storage conditions, it may result in premature product damage. The shelf life of Asian Paints Bitushield Primer is 12 months if stored as per advice.

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

To avoid sticking the bitumen to hands or skin, it is advised to use safety gloves and goggles. Pursue medical assistance instantly in case of any reaction on the skin; wash the affected area with a surplus of freshwaters immediately.

TECHNICAL DATA
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Chemical Base: APP modified bituminous, Polyester reinforced

MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Properties Values Test Standards
Colour Black -
Saybolt Furol Viscosity @ 25°C 25 – 125 secs ASTM D 88
Density @ 25°C, g/cc 0.87 ± 0.03 ASTM D 70
Distillation volume % of primer
Up to 225°C Upto 360°C
Min 35%
Min 65%
ASTM D 402 / D 244
Water Content, % approx. 0.5 Max ASTM D 95
Drying time to touch 1 – 3 Hours In-House
Drying time through 8 – 12 Hours In-House
Penetration @ 25°C, 100 grams 5 Sec 20 – 50 dmm ASTM D 5
Matter soluble in trichloro ethylene Min 99% ASTM D 2042
Service Temperature + 5°C to +50°C -