Poly-I-Gard™ 246/246SC is a single component, liquid applied, moisture cured, aromatic polyurethane waterproofing membrane.

 Poly-I-Gard 246/246SC is a single-component, liquid-applied, moisture-cured aromatic polyurethane waterproofing membrane. It is available in standard colors Stone Grey and Tan, with custom colors offered in minimum orders of 250 gallons.

This material is designed for waterproofing applications in environments with heavy pedestrian traffic and parking structures, providing a seamless, elastomeric membrane with good weatherability and proven protective performance.

 Poly-I-Gard 246/246SC is typically used as a topcoat in a multilayer waterproofing system. It requires re-priming with Polyprime U if the recoat window of 48 hours is exceeded. For accelerated curing, Polyglaze Hardener can be added, and optionally PC-50 Accelerator is referenced for recoat scheduling. This indicates compatibility with other Polycoat primers and accelerants as part of a complete system.

 Recommended for use on concrete surfaces subjected to high traffic where waterproofing and weather resistance are critical. Surfaces such as slabs on grade may be coated if pre-tested for moisture vapor transmission. However, unsuitable substrates include split slabs, buried or sandwich membranes, magnesite, non-structural lightweight concrete, and unvented metal pans.

·       Mixing: Mechanically mixed at low speed to avoid air entrapment.

·       Application: Best applied with a squeegee; airless sprayer or phenolic core roller may also be used.

·       Coverage Rate: ~1 gallon per 100 sq. ft.

·       Recommended Dry Film Thickness per Coat: 12 ± 2 mils for 246, and 14 ± 2 mils for 246SC.

·       Pot Life: Not explicitly stated, but sensitive to moisture and heat; use opened containers promptly.

·       Curing Time:

o   Initial cure: 16 hours at 75°F and 50% RH

o   Light pedestrian traffic: 24–48 hours

o   Heavy traffic: 72–96 hours

o   Accelerated version: 6–8 hours with Polyglaze Hardener

·       Recoat Window: 48 hours; if missed, surface must be solvent wiped and re-primed with Polyprime U.

·       Environmental Limits:

o   Storage temp: 60–95°F (15–35°C)

o   Installation temp: Not explicitly defined, but avoid high humidity/heat to prevent rapid curing

o   Moisture-sensitive: Clear coats may become cloudy on exterior exposure

·       VOC Compliance: Available in multiple VOC ranges from 100–340 g/L. The 246SC version contains 89 g/L VOCs.

·       UV Stability: The product is not UV-stable (aromatic polyurethane), so typically used as an intermediate/topcoat protected by UV-stable aliphatic topcoats in exterior systems.

 Containers once opened must be used quickly. Do not dilute the material under any circumstance. Product contains isocyanates and solvents, requiring appropriate PPE and ventilation during application. Slippery when wet. Always consult Polycoat’s technical team for approval on unique substrates or environmental conditions.

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