DURAGUARD 400 MMA
METHYL METHACRYLATE PRIMER
EPA VOC
SPECIALTY CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
PRODUCT DATA
DESCRIPTION TECHNICAL DATA
Duraguard 400 mMa is a low viscosity, penetrating, fast- V.O.C. Content: 0 gm/L
setting methyl methacrylate primer required for use as a
Density 8.2 lbs./gal
primer on all Duraguard mMa series systems. Duraguard
400 mMa's two components include Duraguard 400 Viscosity (ASTM D2393) 120-150 cps
Resin and Duraguard mMa Catalyst.
Solids 100%
An accelerator additive, Duraguard mMa-Accelerator is
Application Temperature -20掳F to 95掳F
available for Duraguard 400 mMa for use in cold tempera-
ture applications. A bond enhancer, Duraguard mMa-I
Pot Life 15-25 minutes
Component is also available for use with Duraguard 400
mMa. Duraguard mMa-I Component is recommended Cure Time 1-2 hours
for use in all applications to improve the bond of the primer.
Hardness (ASTM D2240), Shore D 83
The I Component is particularly important in areas where
the substrate is not porous or where excessive dampness
Water Absorption (ASTM D570) <0.1%
or chemical contamination is suspected.
Tensile Strength (ASTM D638) 4,250 psi
USE
鈥? Duraguard 400 mMa is used to anchor all ChemMasters' Elongation @ Break (ASTM D638) 3%
methyl methacrylate flooring systems. Duraguard 400
Mandrel Flexibility @ 1/8"/0.32cm Passes
mMa is used on any horizontal or vertical concrete or
wood surface. Duraguard 400 mMa bonds to properly Chemical Resistance see chart
prepared concrete with a strength that exceeds the
cohesive bond of the concrete itself.
PACKAGING
ADVANTAGES Duraguard 400 mMa primer consists of the following com-
鈥? Superior adhesion to properly prepared substrates ponents:
鈥? Excellent bond strength to methyl methacrylate coatings 鈥? Duraguard 400 mMa Resin is sold available in 5 gallon
and toppings pails or 55 gallon drums.
鈥? Cures rapidly (less than 1 hour) for minimal downtime 鈥? Duraguard mMa Catalyst is sold in 5 or 55 pound boxes
鈥? May be applied at extremely low temperatures Other components used with Duraguard 400 mMa are
鈥? Exceptional flexibility and tensile strength to withstand 鈥? Duraguard mMa-I Component - available in 1 gallon
impact and shear stresses cans, 5 gallon pails or 55 gallon drums
鈥? VOC compliant - 100% solids 鈥? Duraguard mMa Accelerator - available in 1 gallon jugs.
鈥? Meets USDA / FDA standards for floor coatings All components are sold separately.
鈥? Seamless - no cold joints
ESTIMATING GUIDE
鈥? UV stable for exterior applications
100 Ft.2/gal
PRIMER: 15 mils
ChemMasters Revised:Aug 2007
An American Owned & Operated Company
300 EDWARDS STREET 鈥? MADISON, OHIO 44057-3112
(440) 428-2105 鈥? FAX (440) 428-7091 鈥? ORDER LINE: (800) 486-7866
DIRECTIONS CLEANUP
SURFACE PREPARATION: This is the most critical step in any Clean tools and equipment before material dries and sets
coating application. All concrete must be a minimum of with xylene or xylol.
28 days old and mechanically profiled. Refer to Duraguard
LIMITATIONS
mMa Surface Preparation Guide for complete instruc-
tions. 鈥ll methyl methacrylate installations require good ventila-
tion. Proper ventilation assures that the mMa vapors,
Bond Test: Prior to application of the primer, bond test which are heavier than air are removed from the surface of
shall be conducted to determine if the surface preparation the floor. Removal of these vapors allows the for a hard
is adequate. The bond of the primer to the substrate continuous film to form at the surface
should be greater than the tensile strength of the sub-
strate. See Bond Test Instructions in the Surface Prepa- 鈥uraguard 400 mMa is not designed for application in
ration Guide for details. direct sunlight. The topping may blister or pinhole due to
out gassing of air in the concrete and high substrate
MIXING: The amount of Duraguard mMa Catalyst re- temperatures.
quired for each gallon of Duraguard 400 mMa Resin is
dependant on the surface temperature of the floor. Mixing 鈥? Duraguard 400 mMa is exothermic, generating a large
too much catalyst will cause the material to set extremely amount of heat when initially mixed. A large mass of
quickly and may result in improper bonding to concrete. material can ignite. Immediately after mixing pour all of
Insufficient catalyst may prevent proper curing Refer to the material onto the floor to dissipate the heat.
Duraguard mMa Mixing Chart to ensure proper catalyst
鈥? Exposure to excessive heat may cause premature gelling
dosing.
and reduce the working time.
Duraguard mMa-I Component should be added to
鈥? Duraguard 400 mMa is extremely fast setting. Floors
enhance the bonding properties of the primer. Duraguard
must be completely prepared and ready before material is
mMa Accelerator is used in applications at tempera-
mixed.
tures below 40oF. Refer to Duraguard mMa mixing chart
for details on dosing of these components. 鈥? Good ventilation of the repair area is strongly recom-
mended to aid in the thorough cure of Duraguard 400
Duraguard 400 mMa must be thoroughly mixed before
mMa.
application. Add the appropriate amount of Duraguard
mMa Catalyst for each gallon (liter) of Duraguard 400 鈥? Duraguard 400 mMa is not designed as a stand alone
mMa Resin. Add the appropriate amount of Duraguard coating and is not a traffic bearing coating.
mMa-I Component and / or Duraguard mMa-Accel-
STORAGE
erator if applicable. Mix for 30 seconds using a mechani-
cal drill equipped with a spiral type mixing prop. Take care Store factory sealed containers of unmixed material at 50掳-
not to incorporate excess air into the mix. 75掳F (10掳-24掳C) temperatures away from direct sunlight and
sources of heat. Temperatures in excess of 75掳F (24掳C)
APPLICATION: Immediately pour all of the mixed Dura- cause premature aging of the material. Shelf life of properly
guard 400 mMa onto the prepared concrete, spread with stored material is one year from date of manufacture.
a serrated squeegee maintaining a 15 mil wet film thick-
CAUTION
ness, then backroll into place with a short nap, solvent
resistant roller. FLAMMABLE LIQUID: Keep away from heat or open
flames. Use with adequate ventilation. May cause
RECOAT: Subsequent application of body coat or topcoat
skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation. Do not take
can proceed only after Duraguard 400 mMa is com-
internally. Keep out of reach of children.
pletely tack free. The primer is fully cured when it has a
uniform flat finish (normally one to two hours after place- ORGANIC PEROXIDE: Keep away from all sources of heat
ment). Any remaining glossy areas after the primer has including sunlight. Causes eye, skin and respiratory tract
dried indicates there is insufficient primer in these areas irritation. May cause allergic skin reaction. Do not take
(less than 15 mils). These areas should be re-primed prior internally. Keep out of reach of children.
to applying additional coats. See selected top coat for
All label precautions and MSDS must be fully understood
additional recoat information.
before using this product.
This Product is Formulated and Labeled for Industrial and Commercial Use Only
FOR BEST RESULTS AND SAFEST USAGE, USER IS SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED TO CONSULT
THE CURRENT MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET AND PACKAGE LABEL FOR THIS PRODUCT
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