Installation Guide

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Portland Cement, Lime & Sand Mortar

AMX 400 Type M, S, N

Product # AMX 400 M, S, N

1. PRODUCT NAME

Amerimix AMX 400 Portland Cement, Lime & Sand Mortar Type M

Amerimix AMX 400 Portland Cement, Lime & Sand Mortar Type S

Amerimix AMX 400 Portland Cement, Lime & Sand Mortar Type N

2. MANUFACTURER

Bonsal American

8201 Arrowridge Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 28273-5678 USA

Telephone: 704-525-1621

Toll Free: 800-738-1621 ext.27000

Fax: 704-529-5261

Internet: www.amerimix.com

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Amerimix AMX 400 Portland Cement, Lime and Sand Mortar

is a factory blend of portland cement, hydrated lime, and

dried sand with a formulation engineered to provide long

water retention, exceptional workability and superior bond

strength over masonry substrates.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Factory blended under controlled conditions for

mix consistency

• High bond strength

• Extended mortar board life, less re-tempering required

• Increased yield compared to typical field mix mortars

• May be pigmented

USES

• Interior or exterior applications

• Above or below grade

• Laying or resetting brick, block and stone

• For all masonry veneer work

PACKAGING

Available in 80lb. (36kg) bags or bulk bags

APPROXIMATE COVERAGE

One 80 lb. bag yields approximately .78 cu. ft and will lay up to 12 concrete

blocks or 36 standard bricks with 3/8” mortar joints, or 17 sq. ft. of

manufactured stone. One 3,000 lb. bulk bag will lay up to 450 concrete blocks

or 1350 standard bricks.

LIMITATIONS

1. The type of mortar selected should be coordinated with the type of

application, type of masonry units and intended use. Mortars with lesser

compressive strength should be used with softer masonry units or tuck

pointing applications.

2. The optimal temperature range for mortar application is between 40 and

90 degrees. Application outside of this range is possible when appropriate

precautions for cold or hot weather construction are implemented in

compliance with ACI, PCA, ASTM, IMIAC or Masonry Institute standards.

3. Agitate material as necessary within its working time to maintain

workability.

4. Do not add materials other than clean potable water.

5. Water with a high mineral salt content can cause efflorescence.

Efflorescence occurs naturally and is beyond the control of Amerimix.

6. Do not overwater. Avoid adding excessive amounts of water that promote

segregation or bleeding of the mortar, and loss of strength and durability.

7. Protect uncoated aluminum from direct contact with portland cement

based materials.

8. Shelf life not to exceed one year from date of manufacture.

9. Not to be used as grout for traffic bearing surfaces.

10. Type N to be used for above grade applications.

NOTE: Amerimix AMX 400 Portland Cement, Lime and Sand Mortar should

be installed in accordance with the provisions of applicable ASTM standards

and the local building code. Always follow traditional industry best practices

appropriate for the application and weather conditions. Good workmanship in

conjunction with proper design and detailing assures durable, efficient, water-

tight construction.

SAFETY

READ THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) BEFORE USING THIS

PRODUCT. MSDS Sheets are available on our website www.amerimix.com

or contact CHEMTREC (24 hours availability) 800-424-9300 for International

inquiries +01-703527-3887, or contact Bonsal American Technical Services at

800-334-0784 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern US Time).

Data Sheets are subject to change without notice. For the latest revision, check our website at www.amerimix.com

Division 04

Masonry Products

LEED Credits 4 and 5

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Division 04 Masonry Products LEED Credits 4 and 5 Portland Cement, Lime & Sand Mortar AMX 400 Type M, S, N Product # AMX 400 M, S, N PACKAGING Available in 80lb. (36kg) bags or bulk bags APPROXIMATE COVERAGE One 80 lb. bag yields approximately .78 cu. ft and will lay up to 12 concrete blocks or 36 standard bricks with 3/8” mortar joints, or 17 sq. ft. of manufactured stone. One 3,000 lb. bulk bag will lay up to 450 concrete blocks or 1350 standard bricks. LIMITATIONS 1.
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4. TECHNICAL DATA National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) • NCMA TEK Bulletin #8-2A Removal of Stains from Concrete Masonry • NCMA TEK Bulletin #8-3A Control and Removal of Efflorescence Meets or exceeds the following: ASTM C270 Property Specification Requirements Mortar Average Compressive Strength Minimum psi (MPa) Water Retention Minimum % Air Content Maximum % Type M 28 Days 2500 (17.2) 75 12 Type S 28 Days 1800 (12.4) 75 12 Type N 28 Days 75 12 750 (5.
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PERFORMANCE RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Only water lost to evaporation should be replaced by re-tempering, not water lost to hydration. The re-tempering of mortar will alter color and appearance of the mortar joint and may also reduce bond and compressive strength. 2. Concave tooling of joints should be performed when mortar joint is thumbprint hard. For consistency of finish and color, joints should be struck with consistent timing, avoiding early or late tooling.
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WARNING - INJURIOUS TO EYES. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. This product contains portland cement and silica sand. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not take internally. Crystalline silica sand may cause serious lung problems. Avoid breathing dust and wear a respirator in dusty areas. Contact with wet unhardened concrete, mortar, cement or cement mixtures can cause skin irritation, severe chemical burns or serious eye damage.