Fosroc Preco Minicote constructive solutions

Water based mould release agent and concrete surface The above depths are a guide which are based on grade
retarder C30 concrete, with a maximum aggregate size of 20 mm.
Site trials are required to confirm the correct grade of Preco
Uses
Minicote.
Fosroc Preco Minicote is a surface retarder as well as a
mould release agent to produce a high quality even etch Technical support
exposed aggregate concrete finish in either Face down or
Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on-site
Face up applications. Typical uses include
assistance and advice on product selection, evaluation trials
! Precast concrete panels. and dispensing equipment. Technical data and guidance
can be provided for the selection of surface retarders for
! Insitu construction joints.
various use conditions, admixtures and other products for
! Surface preparation of fresh concrete prior to rendering. use with fresh and hardened concrete.

Instructions for use

Advantages
Surface preparation
! Excellent results with high temperature concreting.
All formwork must be non-porous, clean and dry. Porous
! Suitable across a wide variety of job-site conditions
timber or concrete moulds should be coated with suitable
and mould surfaces, including steel, fibreglass, polyurethane sealer.

concrete and timber. Application and coverage rate

! Water based, Non-toxic / non-flammable Preco Minicote should be well-mixed before use. The use of
a mechanical mixer is recommended to ensure that any
! Available in a range of etch depths, colour coded for
settled material is re-dispersed.
ease of identification.
Preco Minicote should be applied in a thin, uniform manner
! Uniform high quality etch. by brush, spray or roller, at a rate of 5.0 to 8.0 m2/litre (0.20 to
0.125 litres/m2). This coverage can normally be obtained in a
! Economical - High coverage rate.
single application.
! Flexibility in demoulding as well as in casting time
For face down applications, the surface retarder should be
! Suitable for large units where hydration heat is high. completely dry prior to placing concrete, this typically takes
15 to 20 minutes depending upon ambient conditions.
! Mould release agent not required.
For face up applications, Preco Minicote should be spray
Description applied to concrete immediately following final placing and
finishing, whilst the concrete is still wet.
Preco Minicote chemical retarder is directly applied to
formwork to provide a simple, economic method of exposing Concrete placing
aggregates in freshly poured face down concrete, or sprayed
Once applied Preco Minicote must be protected from rain
on the concrete surface for face up panels or slabs. The
and any dust buildup. Preco Minicote may be applied up to
action of Preco Minicote is to retard the hydration of cement
24 hours in advance of a concrete pour. Once vibration is
at the surface matrix of concrete.
complete the section should not be disturbed to avoid
Preco Minicote is a single component paint like material interference with the retarder penetration of the surface layer.
which is applied direcly on to the formwork by brush / roller.
Removal of retarded layer
No separate mould release agent is required.
Preco Minicote produces a soft surface that is more easily
Preco Minicote is available in two etch depths, it is colour
removed from concrete, it can be used as a simple method
coded to particular depths of exposure as follows:
of reducing time and material costs during sand blasting
Lilac Light etch 1-2 mm work. Once the bulk concrete has hardened sufficiently the
Preco Minicote

Grey Low etch 0.5 mm approx shutters or moulds can be removed. The retarded portion of
the concrete matrix is easily removed by wire brush or
washing. Delay in removal of the retarded matrix will result in
a lighter and less uniform depth of etch.
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Trial procedures Storage

Trials and samples duplicating actual production conditions Store in a dry area under normal warehouse storage
are essential in determining the effects of the various conditions. Preco Minicote should be protected from frost, if
parameters and in developing a standard procedure. Trials the material becomes frozen, it should be completely thawed
are best carried out by personnel who will be involved in the and then thoroughly mixed prior to use.
full project. Contact the local Fosroc office for advice on trial
Preco Minicote has a minimum shelf life of 6 month provided
The concrete mix should be designed to satisfy structural or the temperature is kept within the range of 5oC to 30oC.
architectural requirements. Within the limits imposed by these Should the temperature of the product fall outside this range
requirements, variations of maximum aggregate size and then the Fosroc Technical Service Department should be
proportions can be made to obtain the most pleasing result. contacted.
Trials to assess this effect are recommended.
Precautions
Compatibility
Health and safety
Preco Minicote is compatible with Fosroc admixtures in the
Preco Minicote is non-toxic unless ingested in large
same concrete mix. Admixtures which affect the setting rate
quantities. Skin and eye contamination can be removed by
of concrete may have a slight effect on the depth of etch
washing with clean water. If eye contact is severe, or
obtained but this will be minimal. If this aspect is of particular
significant ingestion occurs medical advice should be
importance then trials to assess any effect should be carried
sought.
out before the main project.
For further information consult the Safety Data Sheet available
Preco Minicote is suitable for use with all types of Portland
for this product.
cements and cement replacement materials such as PFA,
GGBFS and silica fume. Fire

Preco Minicote is non-flammable.

Limitations
Cleaning and disposal
Surfaces coated with Preco Minicote must be protected from
water, including rain and condensation, at all times before Spillages of Preco Minicote should be absorbed onto sand,
placement of concrete. earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable containers.

Whilst effective on mixes incorporating GGBFS or silica fume, The disposal of excess or waste material and empty
tests should be conducted to determine performance. containers should be carried out in accordance with local
legislation under the guidance of the local waste regulatory
Estimating authority.

Supply

Preco Minicote : 10 litre pails

Coverage

Preco Minicote : 5.0 to 8.0 m2/litre

Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for
the Supply of Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to
obtain the recent version.

Head Office
telephone: (+9714) 2039699 fax: (+9714) 2859649 email: agf@fosroc.com
Al Gurg Fosroc LLC
Regional offices
Post Box 657, Dubai Abu Dhabi, Al Gurg Fosroc telephone: 673 1779 fax: 673 1449 email: abudhabi@fosroc.com
United Arab Emirates Bahrain, YBA Kanoo telephone: 17738200 fax: 17732828 email: bahrain@fosroc.com
Kuwait, Boodai telephone: 4817618 fax: 4832124 email: kuwait@fosroc.com

www.fosroc.com
Oman, Al Amana telephone: 24815080 fax: 24817554 email: oman@fosroc.com
Qatar, Tadmur telephone: 4432365 fax: 4419517 email: qatar@fosroc.com

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