NATCEM LUL Rapideset Fast-Setting Mortar – 15kg

NATCEM LUL RAPIDESET is a fast setting and fast-curing mortar with rapid strength gain that is resistant to chloride penetration. The mortar consists of a blend of natural cement-based binder, specially selected dried graded aggregates all passing a 250 micron sieve, and food-grade retarders.

Uses:

• Horizontal
• Vertical
• Overhead concrete repairs
• Patching floor screeds
• Repairs to sewers
• Work around the sea
• Where early strength is required
• Wherever pollution or chemical attack is likely

Properties:

• Fast setting

• Excellent adhesion

• Low shrinkage

• Low modules of elasticity, which makes it very effective on poor or friable substrates

• Excellent resistance to pure water & sulphated water

• Excellent resistance to aggressive chemicals

• Very good cohesion & mixing

• Fine compact surface

• No curing necessary. It can be coated, covered or painted as soon as setting is complete

• Can be used in wet conditions

• Can be used under water

Setting Times:

NATCEM LUL RAPIDESET is designed to commence setting at 8 minutes and finish setting at 10 minutes at 20°c. In winter LUL RAPIDESET can be used down to 0°c. The set will be slower but can be accelerated by using warm water. In very hot temperatures the set will be faster and can be slowed by using cold water.

Cleaning:

LUL RAPIDESET should be removed from tools and equipment with water immediately after use.

Storage:

LUL RAPIDESET is packaged in a polythene inner bag with a re-sealable tie in a stitch sealed woven polypropylene outer bag that should be stored in dry conditions and will remain usable for at least twelve months.

Yield:

Generally 1 x 15kg bag of LUL RAPIDESET mixed with 3 litres of water will produce approximately 6 litres of finished mortar.

How to Specify:

LUL RAPIDESET shall be mixed and applied to prepared surfaces all strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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