ROCK PATCH RF4

Fiber reinforced, thixotropic repair mortar

DESCRIPTION
ROCKPATCH RF4 repair mortars is a one-
component thixotropic, dual shrinkage-
compensated, fiber reinforced high strength
formulation for structural concrete repairs.
F I E L D S O F A P P L I C AT I O N
RF4KP
U p to 50mm thickness in one layer, such as:
• repairs to bridges, parking garages,
tunnels

• can be applied vertically or overhead by • repairs to piers, navigation locks, dams,

low-pressure wet-spraying or hand sea
trowelling • walls and other marine structures
• dual shrinkage compensated • repairs to industrial structures such as oil
• one component - only addition of water storage facilities, silos, chimneys etc.

• high early and ultimate strengths • extensive repairs to beams, columns and
other structural elements
• quality controlled - uniform, predictable
results • repair of structural members subjected to
• no additional bonding agent required • repetitive loading
• spray able, virtually no rebound
• impermeable to aggressive elements
• capable of vapour diffusion and resistant to
frost and dew-salt
• resists the penetration of CO2 and moisture
(carbonisation), at the same time checks
corrosion and is to a high degree resistant to
saponification
Fiber reinforced, thixotropic repair mortar
RF4KP
Technical Ref. Sheet 0025 PK
QS-Formblatt 05/11 Rev. 03
T E C H N I C A L D ATA PROCESSING
TYPE RF4 SURFACE PREPARATION:
color Grey powder
The prepared surface should be structurally sound and
water/powder ratio, by weight 0.14 free from contaminants. Remove concrete that has
density of freshly mixed mortar kg/dm3 2.3 been saturated with oil or grease. Simple light sandbla-
compressive strength, 1d 2,900 PSI sting will not provide a sufficient profile for most
(ASTM C109, 7cm cube) 3d 7,250 PSI repairs. Depending on the substrate condition and
environmental requirements, use an effective method
7d 8,700 PSI
for removal of weak concrete such as, wet grit blasting,
28 d 10,150 PSI high pressure water jetting and needle scaling. Saw cut
flexural strength the boundary of repair area perpendicular to the surfa-
(ASTM C348) 28 d > 1,305 PSI ce to at least 10 mm depth and remove concrete within
Tensile strength the saw-cut boundary at least to that depth. Where
saw cutting is not possible, after material removal, pre-
(ASTM C496) 28 d > 580 PSI
pare the edge of the repair area vertical. Prepare the
resistivity approx. 12500 Ωcm final surface free from dust and debris and to a rough
water penetration (DIN 1048) < 5 mm profile with at least 5 mm level difference between sur-
diffusion 2.58 x 10-8 face troughs and peaks. Where rebar are corroded, cut
All test data are values derived under normal climate conditions. 23/50-2 back the concrete to at least 20 mm behind rebar. Grit
blast around the rebar to remove corrosion products.
Replace the affected part of rebar if the diameter after
CONSUMPTION: grit blasting is found reduced by more than 20% of the
One 25kg bag of ROCKPATCH RF4 mixed with 3.5 original diameter.
liters water will yield approximately 12.4 liters. MIXING:
Approximately four bags of 25kg are required per 1 m2 ROCKPATCH RF4 must be mixed mechanically. Use a
area at 50mm thick application. heavy-duty, slow speed drill with spiral mixing paddle
or a Pan Type mixers etc.
supplied in: 25-kg-bag
storage: dry Place approximately 80% of the water in the mixer.
shelf-life: 9 months in closed containers Keeping the mixer running, add powder slowly. Mix for
test certificate: BAM Berlin Corrosion protection 3-4 minutes or until a lump-free mix is obtained. Add
no. VII.1/25201/1 from the balance 20% water, while continuing to mix,
Adhesion bridge no. VII.I/25202/2 until the desired consistency is achieved.
hazard class: no dangerous substance follow
PLACING:
safety data sheet
ROCKPATCH RF4 has been formulated for placing
both by trowel and spray application, depending on the
size and location of the repair area. For best results,
before application by trowel, apply the first layer by
gloved hand including packing behind the rebar, and
then firmly trowel on the rest to required thickness.
When applying by hand force ROCKPATCH RF4 tightly
on to the substrate to ensure intimate contact with the
pre-wetted substrate. If applying by spray, for best
results, utilize the services of an experienced nozzle-
man. Finish the final surface smooth using a wood, pla-
stic or synthetic sponge faced trowel. When the materi-
al has stiffened to the point where finger pressure light-
ly marks the surface, give a final firm trowel ling using a
steel float.
CURING:
Good curing is essential. Particular care is required in
hot and/or windy conditions. Covering the work with
plastic sheet fixed over wet hessian or wet foam rub-
ber.
The information provided in this leaflet, is supplied by our consulting
service and is the end result of exhaustive research work and
extensive experience. They are, however, without liability on our
part, in particular with regard to third parties proprietary rights, and
do not relieve the user of the responsibility for verifying that the
products and processes are suitable for the intended application.
The data presented was derived from tests under normal climate
conditions according to DIN 50014 and mean average values and
analysis. Deviations are possible when delivery takes place. Given
that recommendations may differ from those shown in this leaflet
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