TDS

Technical Data Sheet
Blue Max® Tile & Floor
Ames Research Laboratories, Inc.
1891 16
th
St SE | Salem, OR 97302
888-345-0809 | [e-mail]
8.2-TBMF 4/20/21
Stock Code
BMX3.5TILE
Packaging Information
• 3.5 Gallon Pail
Characteristics
Blue Max® Tile & Floor is a tough blue elastomeric waterproofing
rubber. It can be used in both residential and commercial
applications where a waterproofing membrane is needed during the
application of floor and wall tiles. Blue Max® Tile & Floor meets
Uniform Plumbing Code specifications for use as a shower pan liner.
VOLUME SOLIDS
46%
WEIGHT PER GALLON
ASTM D1475 8.36 lbs.
ADHESION TO VARIOUS
SUBSTRATES
CMU - ASTM D4541 Method B 80.2 psi
exceeds minimum
Hardie Board – ASTM D4541 Method B 198.8
psi exceeds minimum
DensGlass – ASTM D4541 Method B 43.3
exceeds minimum
COLOR
Translucent Blue
COVERAGE
1 gallon per 25 sq. ft. per coat dependent on
system application (2 coat minimum for
sprayer & 4 coat minimum for roller)
DRY TIME
Allow 24 hours between coats
CURE TIME
ELONGATION
DRY FILM THICKNESS
(@ 1 GAL/25 SQ. FEET)
7-10 days
ASTM D2370 up to 1200%
15 Mils per coat (30 Mils total DFT required)
FLASH POINT
>200°F
HUMIDITY
Best applied at 50% humidity or below
AIR PERMEANCE
ASTM E2178 Air Permeance 0.00010 cfm/ft² @
1.56lb/ft²
SEAM STRENGTH
ANSI 118.10 Section 4.2 114 lb./in-Perpendicular
to Seam 46.3 lb./in-Parallel to Seam
MOLD & MILDEW
RESISTANCE
ANSI 118.10 Section 4.1 No Growth
PH AS SHIPPED
ASTM E70 9.0-9.5
BREAKING STRENGTH
ANSI 118.10 Section 4.3 1.540 psi Machine
direction 512 psi Cross Direction
SHELF LIFE
24 Months Unopened
DIMENSIONAL STABILITY
ANSI 118.10 Section 4.4 -0.17% (70°C) -0.17% (-
26°C)
V.O.C CONTENT
< 1 g/l
VAPOR PERMEABILITY
ASTM E96 Desiccant Method 0.117 perms.
Water Method 0.49 perms
VISCOSITY
ASTM D2196 4100-5100 cps spindle # 6@100
rpm
SHEAR STRENGTH
ANSI 110.10 Section 5.0 138 psi (7-day)
89.4 psi (7- day water immersion)
125 psi (Four-Week)
140 psi (twelve-Week)
76.6 psi (100 – day water immersion)
Compliance
SCAQMD
Yes
LEED®V4 & V 4.1
EMMISIONS
Yes
LEED® V4 & V4.1 V.O.C
Yes
CARB & CARB SCM
2007
Yes
OTC & OTC PHASE II
Yes
Surface Preparation
• Remove all contaminants, chalk, loose paint, rust, debris, and
other foreign matter that can impede adhesion
• Surface must be totally dry before coating
Application Methods
• Brush: Nylon/polyester
• Roller: 3/8" - 1/2" nap nylon/polyester
• Sprayer: Always use airless equipment
o Small Projects – Apply 1 gal per battery charge (i.e. Graco
TC Pro handheld battery powered airless). 2000psi. Tip
size: 0.412 - 0.416. No hose needed, 32 oz. capacity reservoir.
o Mid-Sized Projects – Flow rate of 0.60 GPM (i.e. Graco 495
airless). 2500 - 3000 psi. Tip size 0.412 - 0.521. Hose size 1/4
in.
o Large Projects – Flow rate of 1.0+ GPM (i.e. Graco 695
airless). 2500 to 3000 psi. Tip size .417 to .625. Hose size 1/4
in.- 3/8 in.
Application Instructions
Review product Application Guide before proceeding. Contact
Ames Research Laboratories Technical Service Department for
questions pertaining to the coating system application and
required coating film thickness. Conduct a test patch to ensure
proper adhesion
• Ensure area to be filled is clean of debris and loose material.
Use a wire brush if needed to remove loose material
• Please refer to Application Guide for film thickness
requirements to meet ANSI 118.10 and IAMPO requirements
• Do not allow product in packaging to freeze
• Do not install in area expected to reach 180°F or above
• Do not use as a wear surface: the membrane must be covered
with tile or other permanent flooring
• Do not apply over wet substrates
• See page 2 for detailed application steps
Disclaimer
The information and specifications set forth in this Technical
Data Sheet are based on tests conducted by or on behalf of
Ames Research Laboratories, Inc. All information is subject to
change and pertains to the product available at time of
publication. Please contact Ames Research Laboratories to
receive the most recent Technical Data Sheet.
Clean-up, Storage & Disposal
• Clean up application equipment, tools, spills, hands
immediately after use with water
• Store unused product in the original container tightly sealed
• Dispose of this product in accordance with local, state, or
federal requirements
• Protect from freezing
Cautions
• Do not take internally
• Keep out of reach of children
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes
• Use hand and eye protection when using this product
• Wash with soap and water after contact with skin
• If eye-contact occurs rinse with clean water and seek medical
advice if symptoms continue