| SILRES® BS 16040 is a water-thinnable, solventless silane emulsion. SILRES® BS 16040 serves as highquality water repellent for impregnating and priming of alkaline mineral surfaces. Special features: SILRES® BS 16040 is characterised by: - good depth of penetration
- dilutable with water, and free of solvents
- low volatility
- high resistance to alkalis
- stable in storage, even when diluted treated concrete will have the following permanent properties:
- dramatic reduction in chloride and water absorption
- no loss in breathability
- improved durability against freeze-thaw de-icing salt stress
- enhanced durability
- provides good adhesion for paints
In the construction material, SILRES® BS 16040 reacts with atmospheric moisture and / or the water in the building material’s pores, eliminating alcohol. The active thus substance formed greatly reduces the concrete’s absorbency in the active zone (penetration depth after post treatment), but without blocking any pores or capillaries. The impregnated building material retains very high water-vapor permeability.Application: SILRES® BS 16040 is recommended for the hydrophobic impregnation and priming of concrete and reinforced concrete in road, bridge and building construction. For the hydrophobic impregnation of high-grade, load bearing concrete SILRES® BS 16040 must be used undiluted. Information provided by Wacker Chemie AG. |
