3701 Fortified Mortar

DS-100.0-0715

Suitable Substrates
§ Concrete
§ Ceramic tile & stone
§ Concrete masonry
§ Brick masonry
§ Exterior glue plywood*
§ Cement mortar beds
§ Cement backer board**
§ Cement plaster
§ Cement terrazzo
* For interior only, over cleavage membrane with wire reinforcing min. 2" (50 mm) thick
** Consult cement backer board manufacturer for specific installation
recommendations and to verify acceptability for exterior use
1. PRODUCT NAME
3701 Fortified Mortar Packaging
60 lb (27.3 kg) bag; 56 bags per pallet
2. MANUFACTURER
LATICRETE International, Inc. Approximate Coverage
1 LATICRETE Park North
12 ft2 at 1/2" (1.1 m2 at 12 mm)
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA
Telephone: +1.203.393.0010, ext. 235
6 ft2 at 1" thickness (0.56 m2 at 25 mm)
Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788, ext. 235
Fax: +1.203.393.1684 3 ft2 at 2" (0.3 m2 at 50 mm)
Internet: www.laticrete.com
Shelf Life
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first
3701 Fortified Mortar is a polymer fortified blend of carefully selected quality for two (2) years if stored at temperatures >32°F (0°C) and
polymers, portland cement and graded aggregates. 3701 Fortified <110°F (43°C).
Mortar does not require the use of latex admix, you only need to add
water to produce thick bed mortar with exceptional strength. 3701 Limitations
Fortified Mortar is an approved substitute for 226 Thick Bed Mortar § Use LATAPOXY® 300 Adhesive for installing green marble or
mixed with 3701 Mortar Admix. moisture sensitive stone, agglomerates, and resin backed tile or
stone.
Uses § For veneer installations using this product, consult local
§ Interior and exterior applications building code requirements regarding limitations and
§ Wet and dry applications installation system specifications.
§ Bonded and non-bonded thick bed mortar applications § Adhesives/mastics, mortars and grouts for ceramic tile, pavers,
§ Conventional thick bed mortar applications brick and stone are not replacements for waterproofing
§ Concrete repairs membranes. When a waterproofing membrane is required, use
a LATICRETE® Waterproofing Membrane (see Section 10
Advantages FILING SYSTEMS).
§ Polymer fortified – no need for latex additives
§ Premixed – no job site blending of powders required Note: Surfaces must be structurally sound, stable and rigid enough to
§ Economical – saves time and money support ceramic/stone tile, thin brick and similar finishes. Substrate
§ High strength formula deflection under all live, dead and impact loads, including
§ Pumpable for large scale veneer projects concentrated loads, must not exceed L/360 for thin bed ceramic
§ Exceeds ASTM C270 requirements tile/brick installations or L/480 for thin bed stone installations where
§ For use as a scratch or finish coat in place of Type S or Type N L=span length (except where local building codes specify more
mortar stringent deflection requirements)

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Cautions or TCNA detail EJ-171 “Movement joints-Vertical & Horizontal”. Do
Consult SDS for more safety information. not cover expansion joints with mortar.
§ During cold weather, protect finished work from traffic until fully
cured. Application
§ Allow a minimum 14 day cure at 70°F (21°C) after the final Mortar Bed
grouting period prior to filling water features with water. § Mixing Mortar Bed—Dry Pack Consistency for Floors
§ Contains portland cement and silica sand. May irritate eyes and Mix a 60 lb bag (27 kg) of 3701 Fortified Mortar to 0.7–0.8 gal
skin. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged contact with skin. In (2.6–3 ℓ) of water. Mix to a stiff, semi-dry consistency. Mix ratio
case of contact, flush thoroughly with water. may vary dependent upon weight of finish.
§ Do not take internally. Silica sand may cause cancer or serious
lung problems. Avoid breathing dust. Wear a respirator in dusty § Bonded Mortar Bed—Installation
areas. Before placing mortar, apply a slurry bond coat made from 254
§ Keep out of reach of children. Platinum or 4237 Latex Additive mixed with 211 Powder. While
the slurry bond coat is wet, spread the mortar and compact well.
4. TECHNICAL DATA If placing tile immediately, apply a slurry bond coat, made from
VOC/LEED Product Information either 254 Platinum or 4237 Latex Additive mixed with 211
Powder to the mortar. While the slurry bond coat is wet and
This product has been certified for Low Chemical
Emissions (ULCOM/GG UL2818) under the UL sticky, place the tile and beat in well. Refer to TDS 143 "Slurry
GREENGUARD Certification Program for Chemical Bond Coats – When & What to Use" for more information on
Emissions for Building Materials, Finishes and Furnishings slurry bond coats.
(UL 2818 Standard) by UL Environment.
§ Unbonded Mortar Bed—Installation
Before placing mortar, place a cleavage membrane (e.g. 4 mil
thick polyethylene sheeting or 15 lb, builder felt) on the
substrate. Place mortar over the cleavage membrane
Applicable Standards (approximately 1/2 the depth of the mortar bed). Next, place 2" x
ASTM C270 2" (50 mm x 50 mm), 16 gauge galvanized welded wire mesh
over the mortar. Then, place the balance of the mortar bed. The
Physical Properties wire mesh should be suspended in the middle of the mortar bed.
Water Absorption Spread the mortar and compact well. Minimum mortar bed
5% thickness shall be 2" (50 mm). If placing tile immediately, apply
ANSI A118.7.3.4
a slurry bond coat, made from either 254 Platinum or 4237
28 Day Compressive Strength Latex Additive mixed with 211 Powder to the mortar. While the
4000–5000 psi (27.6–34.5 MPa)
ASTM C270
slurry bond coat is wet and sticky, place the tile and beat in well.
Flexural Strength
1100–1200 psi (7.5–8.3 MPa)
ANSI A118.7.3.5 Wall Renders
§ Mixing Wall Renders
Shrinkage 7 Day Cure
ASTM C-157
0.05% Mix a 60 lb bag (27 kg) of 3701 Fortified Mortar to 0.8 – 0.9 gal
(3 – 3.4L) of water. Mix to a plastic consistency.
TCNA Service Rating
Extra Heavy
ASTM C-627 § Wall Renders—Installation
No slurry bond coat is required prior to placing wall renders.
Working Properties Apply wall render with a steel trowel pressing mortar into good
Pot Life 2 hours contact with the substrate. Apply “scratch coat” first – not to
exceed 1/2" (12 mm) thickness. Scratch mortar before it
Time to Foot Traffic 16 hours hardens. After “scratch coat” hardens, apply the “brown or float
coat” working the mortar into good contact with the scratch coat.
Time to Heavy Traffic 72 hours
Do not exceed 5/8" (15 mm) thickness per lift. Scratch all lifts
Specifications subject to change without notification. Results shown are typical but that will receive additional float coats. Float wall with steel trowel
reflect test procedures used. Actual field performance will depend on installation
methods and site conditions. and straight edges to form a plumb and true mortar surface.
Allow the completed render coats to cure for 24 hours at 70°F
5. INSTALLATION (21° C) prior to the installation of tile.
Surface Preparation
All surfaces should be between 40°F (4°C) and 90°F (32°C) and § As a Pumped Mortar for Renders and Plaster
structurally sound, clean and free of all dirt, oil, grease, laitance, Pumping of 3701 Fortified Mortar should be done when using a
paint, concrete sealers or curing compounds. Dry dusty concrete liquid plasticizer/pump aid. Confirm with manufacturer of pump
slabs or masonry should be dampened and excess water swept off. aid for compatibility with polymer fortified mortar mixes.
Installation may be made on a damp surface. Expansion joints shall Approximate coverage for 7 – 60 lb. (27.3 kg) bags of mortar will
be provided through the tile work from all construction or expansion be 45 ft2 (4.2 m2) at 1" (25 mm) thick. Coverage will vary
joints in the substrate. Follow ANSI specification A108.01-3.7: according to mixing, pumping, placement, job site conditions
Requirements for Movement Joints: Preparations by Other Trades” and rebound. Do not exceed 5/8" (15 mm) thickness per

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 lift/application of pumped render. Scratch up previous lift prior 8. MAINTENANCE
to placing subsequent lifts. LATICRETE and LATAPOXY grouts require routine cleaning with a
neutral pH soap and water. All other LATICRETE and LATAPOXY
Application materials require no maintenance but installation performance and
§ Concrete Repair and Resurfacing – Leveling Mortar durability may depend on properly maintaining products supplied by
Consistency Mixing Leveling Mortars Mix a 60 lb bag (27.3 kg) other manufacturers.
of 3701 Fortified Mortar to 0.8 – 0.9 (3 – 3.4 L) of water. Mix to a
plastic consistency. Mix ratio may vary dependent upon weight 9. TECHNICAL SERVICES
of finish. Technical Assistance
Information is available by calling the LATICRETE Technical Service
§ Concrete Repair and Resurfacing – Installation Hotline:
Before placing mortar, apply a slurry bond coat made from 254 Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788, ext. 235
Platinum or 4237 Latex Additive mixed with 211 Powder. Apply Telephone: +1.203.393.0010, ext. 235
a slurry bond coat to all reinforcing steel and existing clean, Fax: +1.203.393.1948
sound and stable concrete surfaces just prior to placing the
mortar. While the slurry bond coat is wet and sticky place the Technical and Safety Literature
topping mortar. Compact the surface of the mortar with a flat To acquire technical and safety literature, please visit our website at
trowel and ensure all voids are filled. Avoid over troweling. www.laticrete.com.

§ Cold Weather Note 10. FILING SYSTEM

The setting of portland cement mortars and grouts are retarded Additional product information is available on our website at
by low temperatures. Protect finished work for an extended www.laticrete.com. The following is a list of related documents:
period when installing in cold weather. DS 230.13: LATICRETE Product Warranty
DS 230.05: LATICRETE 5 Year System
§ Hot Weather Note Warranty (United States and Canada)
The evaporation of moisture in portland cement mortars is DS 230.15: LATICRETE 15 Year System
accelerated by hot, dry conditions. Apply mortar to dampened Warranty (For Steel or Wood Framed Exterior
surfaces and protect freshly spread mortar and finished work Facades) (United States and Canada)
when installing in temperatures over 90°F (32°C). DS 025.0: LATICRETE 25 Year System
Warranty (United States and Canada)
Note: A slurry bond coat should also be applied to the edges of DS 230.99: LATICRETE Lifetime System
mortar beds installed from previous work periods. Warranty
DS 230.1: 4237 Latex Additive
Cleaning DS 236.0: 9235 Waterproofing Membrane
Clean tools and tile work with water while the mortar is fresh. DS 239.0: 211 Powder
DS 633.0: LATAPOXY 300 Adhesive
6. AVAILABILITY AND COST DS 663.0: HYDRO BAN®
Availability DS 677.0: 254 Platinum
LATICRETE® and LATAPOXY® materials are available worldwide. TDS 143: Slurry Bond Coats When & What to Use
For Distributor information:
Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788
Telephone: +1.203.393.0010
For on-line Distributor information, visit LATICRETE at
www.laticrete.com.

Cost Contact a LATICRETE Distributor in your area.

7. WARRANTY
See 10. FILING SYSTEM:
DS 230.13: LATICRETE Product Warranty
A component of:
DS 230.05: LATICRETE 5 Year System
Warranty (United States and Canada)
DS 230.15: LATICRETE 15 Year System
Warranty (For Steel or Wood Framed Exterior
Facades) (United States and Canada)
DS 025.0: LATICRETE 25 Year System
Warranty (United States and Canada)
DS 230.99: LATICRETE Lifetime Tile & Stone System
Warranty

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