LEAFSEAL WP 503
THE CRYSTALLINE CAPPILARY WATERPROOFING COATING
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Marine structures such as docks, piers
LeafSeal WP503 is an OPC based one- and aquariums
component, penetrating crystalline Water tanks, tunnels, dams, sewerage
waterproofing powder. LeafSeal WP503 plants, swimming pools, parking garages,
waterproofs and protects concrete or decks, balconies and roofs
masonry render through the crystallization
process. The unique reactive chemicals SPECIFICATION CLAUSE
penetrate and become an integral part of the All areas indicated on the drawings shall be
concrete where the crystals react waterproofed with LeafSeal WP503, a
permanently in the presence of water. crystalline reactive waterproofing
LeafSeal WP503 is suitable for use in high compound or similar approved.
water pressure applications on both the
positive and negative side. CONSUMPTION
Normal internal & external surface for
FEATURE & BENEFITS waterproofing: 0.8 kg/m2/coat, required
Features 1-2 coats
Easy to apply Concrete for waterproofing &
No odor and no fumes hydrostatic pressure resistance: 0.8 - 1.0
Fast setting kg/m2/coat, required 2 coats
Not a vapor barrier Concrete slab, concrete component – by
dry spreading: 1.4 - 1.6 kg/m2/coat,
Resists strong hydrostatic pressure In-
required 1 coat
depth protection for concrete
Inorganic and non-toxic
SHELF LIFE
Benefits LeafSeal WP503 should be stored in the
Environmentally friendly original unopened packaging in cool and
Easy to use- requires only water for dry warehouse at 30ºC and 50% relative
mixing humidity for a maximum of 12 months.
Two coats can be applied the same day
Allows the substrate to ‘breathe’ PACKAGING
Seals and post seals shrinkage cracks, up LeafSeal WP503 supplied in 25kg/ bag
to 0.4mm
Brush/ spray applied in +ve/-ve pressure SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
applications Remove remaining concrete fins and
Non-flammable projections, general surface dirt, grease,
oil and other contaminants. Use steam
APPLICATION RANGE cleaning, high-pressure water blasting,
Residential, commercial applications for wet or dry sand blasting, wire brush or
floors & walls other mechanical methods to produce
surfaces suitable to allow LeafSeal WP
New and old concrete interior and
exterior construction 503 crystals to penetrate.
Waterproofing of below grade Clean and prepare surfaces and seal
foundations, basements, retaining walls, cracks and joints.
elevator pits, subway stations Stable construction joints and visible
cracks (> 0.4mm) should be raked out to
20mm width and 25mm depth. Prime the ensure the full hydration of concrete. Or
joint with LeafSeal WP503 then repair using dry-broadcast method over the
with LeafSeal BC014, finally apply two concrete after it has reached initial set/over
coats of LeafSeal WP503. prepared lean – concrete.
Saturate surfaces (SSD) with clean water
Existing Construction
to minimize surface suction and
Structures subject to water ingress must be
maximize crystal formation.
carefully inspected to determine its cause.
The careful sealing of existing cracks and
MIXING
joints before the application is extremely
Depending on purpose, add approximately
important for effective waterproofing
20% to 32% of water to every bag or plastic
results.
container by weight of LeafSeal WP503
and mix for approximately 3 to 5 minutes The penetration and rate of crystalline
using mechanical mixer to get a lump-free, development will vary with the density and
homogeneous and creamy consistency. surface absorption of the concrete.
For vertical surface application, the water In powder form, LeafSeal WP503 can be
may be reduced to minimize run off on the used as a dry shake on horizontal and
surface. vertical construction joints besides the uses
Mix only as much LeafSeal WP503 as PVC waterstops or swellable hydrophilic
will be used immediately. If the mixed polymer based waterstop. Use slurry form
material starts to set, discard it and mix a when mixed with water is also suggested.
new batch.
CURING
LeafSeal WP503 also can be use as dry The slow drying of LeafSeal WP503 is to
spreading with no water. ensure homogeneous curing and high
waterproofing characteristics. LeafSeal
APPLICATION WP503 must be protected from rapid drying
LeafSeal WP503 can be applied by brush or due to high temperature or strong wind, and
spray on the dampened surfaces. Apply cure by plastic sheet or mist
LeafSeal WP503 in 2 coats at right angles. spraying at least 3 – 5 days.
The second coat should be applied while the
first coat is firm, but still ‘green’, which is Note that curing compound is not suitable to
usually about 3 to 4 hours after the be used with LeafSeal WP503.
application of first coat (dependent on
temperature). PRODUCT LIMITATIONS
Do not apply LeafSeal WP503 at
If subsequent decoration is required onto temperatures below 5ºC or onto dry
the treated surface, LeafSeal WP503 should substrates.
be first protected by a cement/sand render. Protect the freshly treated surfaces from
LeafSeal WP503 could be used as finished rain and traffic for 24 hours; moist cure
layer with steel trowel or power float for at least 48 hours.
machine and troweled into the concrete Subsequent plaster, render or tiling
during final finishing. system can be applied onto LeafSeal
WP503 approx. 48 hours after
New Construction completion.
For new construction, upon removal of Coatings can be applied over LeafSeal
formwork, LeafSeal WP503 can be applied WP503 treated surfaces approx. 2 weeks
immediately as its curing process will also after completion. Neutralize the surface
with diluted vinegar solution or diluted TECHNICAL DATA
muriatic acid (1:8 to water) to increase Note:
adhesion.
Release date: 02, 2020
SAFETY DATA Version 03
As for cement products, care should be
taken at all times to avoid contact with Testing Methods Condition
eye, mouth, skin. Wear face mask to Appearance Powder
prevent dust inhalation. In the event of
eye contact wash immediately with water Colour Grey
and seek medical treatment. Bulk density ~ 1.36 - 1.4 kg/liter
Odor None
USER NOTES
Pot Life (28ºC, 60% R.H.) ≥ 40 mins
The technical details and
Depth penetration of
recommendations contained in this data crystalline with water
sheet are given in good faith and represent pressure of 5 bar for 72 ≥ 8mm after 28 day curing
the best of our knowledge and experience hours.
at the time of printing. It is the (BS EN 12390-8)
responsibility of the user to ensure that Water Permeability 5 bar for 72 hour (No
the products are used in accordance with (BS EN 12390-8) leakage)
LEAFSEAL’s and in applications for
which they are intended. * Experiments have included control samples to assess
the properties of products (Concrete C30 or according to
customer requirements)
DESCRIBES THE OSMOTIC PROCESS OF Leafseal WP503
Concrete sample under a microscope Cracks after zoom 2000 times
with many cracks
Leafseal
WP503
When these slots are penetrated, they will form Apply crystalline osmotic waterproofing material
capillary permeability
Silicate-based materials will react with water Forms crystals that are resistant to water
and lime (Ca(OH)2)
The crystals then travel through holes and Crystals fill capillaries at 28 days of age
capillaries in the material structure and fill them.
Leafseal
WP503
osmotic
area
The permeability effect of Leafseal WP503 material, Figure shows the difference between the
appraised public concrete area and non-concrete area.
