Masonry Cement & Sand Mortar
SPEC MIX® Masonry Cement & Sand mortar is a dry preblended mortar mix containing masonry cement and dried masonry sand formulated for superior bond, water retention and board life. SPEC MIX Masonry Cement & Sand mortar is available in color and is engineered for the installation of CMU and brick units where high mortar workability and board life is required for good bond. It comes in Types S and N, and each designation meets ASTM C 270, ASTM C 1714 and CSA A179 requirements. In addition to custom mix designs that are available for specific applications or properties, the standard Masonry Cement & Sand mortar is designed to be compatible with the characteristics of the specified masonry unit. It is acceptable for all types of masonry construction, below or above grade when manufactured to the appropriate specification. Product submittal information available upon request.
Masonry Cement and Sand Product Features
- Total quality control with every bag
- ASTM C 270 laboratory tested mix designs
- Preblended with sand to minimize labor cost
- Consistency from batch to batch, everyday
- Great workability and board life
- No sand piles or wasted materials left on
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| ASTM C 270 Property Specifications - Masonry Cement and Sand Mortar | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Avg. Compressive Strength at 28 Days, minimum, PSI | Water Retention Minimum % | Air Content Maximum % |
| S | 1800 | 75 | 18 |
| N | 750 | 75 | 20* |
| *When structural reinforcement is incorporated in masonry cement mortar, the maximum air content shall be 18%. | |||
| Estimated Yields - Masonry Cement and Sand Mortar | ||
|---|---|---|
| Masonry Cement & Sand Mortar Types S,N | 80 lb. Bags | 3,000 lb. Bags |
| 4" Block | 15 - 17 | 575 - 650 |
| 6" Block | 12 - 14 | 475 - 525 |
| 8" Block | 11 - 13 | 450 - 500 |
| 10" Block | 11 - 13 | 450 - 500 |
| 12" Block | 10 - 12 | 375 - 425 |
| Modular Brick | 40 - 45 | 1,500 - 1,675 |
| Queen Size Brick | 34 - 39 | 1,275 - 1,450 |
| King Size Brick | 28 - 33 | 1,050 - 1,225 |
| Utility Brick | 23 - 28 | 850 - 1,050 |
| Note: The yields given above are approximate and depend on labor practices, site conditions and design of work. Yields include typical waste. Some areas such as FL, CA, OR, WA, experience higher yields due to local materials and practices. Please contact your local representative for more specific yield information in your area. | ||
