MasterSeal® NP 474

High modulus joint sealant for floors and walls with good chemical resistance

DESCRIPTION Classification according to ASTM C-920 standard:

Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, uses NT, T1, A and
MasterSeal NP 474 is a single component
MCE marking – sealant for façade element for
polyurethane based sealant for floor & walls joints
interior & exterior applications used in cold climate
with excellent resilience and pick resistance. It
cures under the influence of atmospheric humidity EN 15651-1 (F EXT-INT CC)
and forms an elastic, chemical resistant joint sealant EN 15651- 4 (PW EXT-INT CC)
with excellent mechanical properties. PERFORMANCE DATA
FIELD OF APPLICATIONS
• Interior and exterior application. Shore A hardness Approx. 40
• Connection and expansion joints in buildings (ISO 868)
and civil structures Modulus at break (ISO 37) ~ 1.4 MPa
• Pedestrian and traffic areas (e.g. car Elongation at break > 600%
decks/parks)
(ISO 37)
• Warehouse and production areas
Tear strength (ISO 34) ~ 10 N/ mm
• Ceramic tile coverings exposed to traffic (e.g.
public areas, shopping centers) Movement Accommodation ± 25 %
Factor
• For medium chemical and mechanical loads in
industrial environments Tensile strength 1N/mm²
• Expansion and construction joints in water Recovery (ISO 7389) ~ 90 %
management, e.g. water transport channels
Sag flow (ISO 7390) < 3mm
• Areas constantly submerged in water
Contact your local Master Builders Solutions PROPERTIES
representative regarding any application required
not mentioned here.
Density 1.2 g/ml
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Skinning time ~ 70 min
• Single component – easy to use (23°C and 50 % RH)
• Good mechanical and chemical resistance
Curing rate 3 mm/day
• Excellent adhesion even without primer
Temperature resistance -40 to +80°C
• Fast curing (for cured sealant)
• Forms a smooth blister free surface, only when
applied onto dry substrates APPLICATION
• High elastic recovery
(a) Surface Preparation
• Good weathering and aging resistance All substrates (new and old) must be structurally
• No thermo plasticity (no temperature softening) sound, free of laitance and loose particles and clean
• Fast skinning time. Low risk of dirt pickup. of oil, grease, rubber skid marks, paint stains and
other adhesion impairing contaminants.
• No residual tackiness
Concrete, cementitious substrates (e.g. screeds,
STANDARDS etc.)
Classification according to ISO 11600 standard:
Class F – 25 HM

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Prepare the surface by grinding, sandblasting, or Priming is strongly recommended when joint is to be
wire brushing. Remove remaining dust and particles fully immersed, constantly wet or subject to heavy
by suitable measures such as the use of traffic.
compressed air. Primer selection:
Repair damaged joint edges with appropriate • Porous substrates: e.g. concrete, masonry,
MasterEmaco repair mortars. renders: - MasterSeal P 101
Metal • Non – porous substrates: e.g. metal, ceramics:
Remove scale, rust, coatings and any chemical MasterSeal P 137
residue or film from the metal. Allow primer to flash off before sealant application
(b) Joint design and apply MasterSeal NP 474 within the open time
The calculation of the joint design depends upon the of the primer.
technical characteristics of the joint sealant, the Do not prime or puncture the backer-rod.
adjacent building materials, exposure of the building Please note:
and its method of construction. Therefore, all joints Primers only help to improve adhesion. They are not
must be properly designed by the architect and/or a substitute for correct substrate preparation, nor
main contractor in line with the relevant standards. will they increase the strength of substrates
(c) Backer rod significantly.
Prevent any three points bonding and ensure the For further details please refer to the corresponding
recommended sealant depth (see table) by using a technical data sheet of the primers.
closed-cell backer rod. For flat joints prevent three (e) Application
points bonding using a bond breaking tape.
The product is supplied ready to use (no mixing
required) and can be applied either with a manual
Joint Width (mm) Sealant Depth (mm)
or a pneumatic caulking gun.
Up to 10 6 - 10 Sausage application:
10 8 - 10 Place entire sausage into a suitable caulking gun.
Cut off the clip at the very end of the sausage.
15 10 - 12
Attach and cut nozzle to the desired joint diameter
20 10 - 14 and apply the sealant.
25 12 - 18 Fill the joints from the deepest point to the surface
with a properly shaped nozzle by applying the
Install the backer rod by compressing and rolling it sealant material against the back of the joint. Assure
into the joint channel without stretching it lengthwise. full contact with the side of joint and avoid entrapped
Avoid puncture of the backer rod during installation. air.
To achieve a smooth, clearly defined joint, mask the MasterSeal NP 474 can be used horizontally or
joint edges with self-adhesive tape before caulking. vertically up to a joint width of 35mm. In case of
Remove the tape immediately after the joint surface wider joints, apply first the sealant to each side of
is smoothened. the joint and smooth with a trowel to ensure
(d) Primer coat adequate adhesion. Then fill the remaining cross
section of the joint with additional sealant.
Depending on the local building regulations,
MasterSeal NP 474 can be applied on concrete FINISHING AND CLEANING
without a primer. Smooth and shape the joint surface with a
However, in case of very porous, cementitious smoothing tool, if necessary smooth again with an
substrates such as poorly compacted or cracked alcohol-free smoothing agent.
concrete a primer needs to be applied to provide a Remove the masking tape immediately after
seal on the substrate surface to avoid air from the smoothing before the sealant cures.
substrate escaping into the uncured sealant.

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Tools can be cleaned from fresh material with a WATCHPOINTS
solvent cleaner, e.g. MasterSeal CLN 917.
• Do not apply at temperatures below +5°C or
Once dry/cured they can only be cleaned
above +40°C.
mechanically.
• Do not use bitumen-based backer rods.
COVERAGE
• Do not use any smoothing agents containing
The consumption depends on the size of the joint. alcohol.
Consumption can be calculated as follows:
• Light color shades such as white can be affected
Joint width (mm) x Joint depth (mm) = ml of product by environmental influences (e.g. UV radiation),
/ linear meter of joint. however a change in the color shade does not
Examples: affect the properties of the product.
10 mm x 10 mm joints: approx. 100 ml/m. • MasterSeal NP 474 in combination with natural
15 mm x 8 mm joints: approx. 120 ml/m. stones might cause staining.
Approximate coverage per packaging • Spray joints in low humidity environments with
mist immediately after smoothing to accelerate
the curing process.
Width joint Depth joint Coverage 600
• Contact your local Master Builders Solutions
10 8 7.5m representative prior the application of
15 8 5m MasterSeal NP 474 in joints that were previously
filled with a silicone sealant.
20 10 3m
• Best sealing practice is when joints are at the
midpoint of their designed width. In case of
This consumption is theoretical and depends in sealing in different conditions consider additional
particular on the evenness of the joint. In special movement of joints and evaluate the elastic
cases a calculation based on in-situ tests might be performances of product.
required. Do not mix with solvents or other materials that can
PACKAGING alter product performance.

MasterSeal NP 474 is supplied in 600ml sausage. HEALTH AND SAFETY

COLOURS Contains isocyanates, contact with the skin or eyes

should be avoided, if ingested, DO NOT induce
MasterSeal NP 474 is available in: vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately. Refer
Grey, White, Black, Brown and Beige to product MSDS.
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
MasterSeal NP 474 has shelf life of 12 months in
closed original packaging stored at a temperature
below 25°C.
In cold weather, store the packaging at about 20°C
before use.

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CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Media Resistance Media Resistance

Hydrochloric acid 10% + Potassium Hydroxide 20% +

Nitric acid 10% ± Sodium hydroxide 10% +
Sulphuric acid 25% + Potassium Chlorate 10% +
Acetic acid 10% + Calcium hydroxide (saturated) +
Lactic acid 20% + Engine oil 100% +
Citric acid 50% + Sunflower oil +
Regular petrol lead-free 100% - Vegetable oil (+)
Diesel + Sodium hypochlorite 12% (+)
Toluene 100% - Hydrogen peroxide 35% (+)
Kerosene (+) Neutral Soap +
Aliphatic solvent 100% + Water distilled 100% +
Xylene 100% - Ammonia 20% +
Ethylene glycol 100% + Sea Water +
Ethanol 100% - Brine +
Methanol 100% - Methylethylketone 100% -
Glycerine 100% + Formaldehyde 40% (+)
Acetone 100% - Ethyl acetate 100% -

+ resistant without any changes

(+) resistant, but with changes (slight swelling). Only for occasional contact or splashing mode, with periodical
cleaning. - non-resistant

® = registered trademark of a MBCC Group member in many countries of the world MAP# MasterSeal NP 474 v1-12.2020

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