MAXPLUG is a quick-setting hydraulic cement that instantly stops running water from cracks, holes or other openings in concrete and masonry, once it sets. It does not contract and sets within three to five minutes depending on the temperature. It only requires water for mixing.
MAXPLUG can be applied with a trowel, a spatula or even by hand. As any abrasive material, make sure to use protective rubber gloves when applying by hand.
Mix only the amounts of MAXPLUG that can be applied in three minutes; if it is a water leak, mix only the amount of material that can be used with your hand. Use a plastic or rubber container, fill with MAXPLUG as needed, and add water slowly until it has the consistency of cement mortar.
One kilogram of MAXPLUG requires 280 cc of water.
Normal weather, MAXPLUG takes between three to five minutes to set, depending on the temperature of the product, the water and atmospheric condition. Three to five minutes setting time is for temperatures in the 18º to 20º C range. Warm weather, when temperatures are high and MAXPLUG sets very quickly, cold water must be used to delay the setting time, allowing you time to apply the material.
In extreme cases, keep the product in the shade and add ice to the mixing water. Cold Weather, at a low temperatures, use warm or hot water to prepare maxplug mixes. At extremely low temperatures, i.e., below 0º C, heat the material and use hot water.
Surface Preparation. All cracks should have a minimum depth of 2 centimetres and an opening of 1.5 to 2 centimetres. Make a square-shaped cut, preferably dovetail to the surface to which the material is to be applied; avoid the "V" shape. See drawing above. Clean the surface until it is free of all loose materials; wet the surface if water is not present at the time of application. Use MAXPLUG without force.
Once the surface has been prepared by removing the loose concrete from the crack and cutting to a depth of 5 cms., apply maxplug in small amounts. Mix only the amount of material that can be applied by hand; do not pour the material in place; always use your hands. Wait until it becomes warm before applying, immediately remove the excess material and continue until the crack is finished. Under great pressure, in tunnels and basements do not try to plug up the crack at once.
Maxplug is ideal to anchor bolts and metal fixtures to concrete.
This is very common in basements, elevator shafts, swimming pools and water towers. Make sure there is an opening of at least 2 x 3 cm., and seal it with MAXPLUG making a waterproof cove at the joint of floor and wall.
Once the surface has been prepared by removing the loose concrete from the crack and cutting to a depth of 5 cms., apply MAXPLUG is small amounts. Mix only the amount of material that can be applied by hand; do not pour the material in place; always use your hands. Wait until it becomes warm before applying, immediately remove the excess material and continue until the crack is finished. Under great pressure, in tunnels and basements do not try to plug up the crack at once.
MAXPLUG, a rigid product once it has set is not the ideal material for this type of work since expansion joints are subject to constant movement. Nevertheless, it is used to stop the water in expansion joints; later, when it is dry, the expansion joint is made with a flexible material. MAXPLUG is ideal to anchor bolts and metal fixtures to concrete.
Mechanical resistance AGE FLEXURAL STRENGTH (Kp / cm2)
COMPRESSION STRENGTH (Kp / cm2)
30 minutes 12 38
3 days 37 225
7 days 57 362
28 days 52 407
Test No 14-1/83-M INCE, Madrid.
One kilogram of MAXPLUG fills approximately 0.6 cubic decimeters.
25 kilogram drums and 5 kilogram cans.
As all cement products, MAXPLUG is abrasive a protective rubber gloves must be used to prepare the mixture and
apply it. If any of the mixture gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water, but do not rub. If irritation
continues, consult a doctor.
Maxplug, a rigid product once it has set is not the ideal material for this type of work since expansion joints are
subject to constant movement. Nevertheless, it is used to stop the water in expansion joints; later, when it is dry,
the expansion joint is made with a flexible material. Maxplug is ideal to anchor bolts and metal fixtures to concrete.
The information contained in this leaflet is based on our experience and technical knowledge, obtained through laboratory testing and from bibliographic material. DRIZORO reserves the right to introduce changes without prior price. Any use of this data beyond the purposes expressly specified in the leaflet will not be the Company´s responsibility unless authorised by us. The data shown on consumptions, measurement and yields are for guidance only and based on our experience. These data are subject to variation due to the specific atmospheric and jobsite conditions so reasonable variations from the data may be experienced. In order to know the real data, a test on the jobsite must be done, and it will be carried out under the client responsibility. We shall not accept responsibility exceeding the value of the purchased product. For any other doubt, consult our Technical Department. This version of bulletin replaces the previous one.
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