Boydur M12 MMA repair mortar on an industrial floor

Boydur® M12 · FAQ Boydur® M12 questions. Clear answers before the repair starts.

Boydur® M12 is a two-component, solvent-free MMA (methyl methacrylate) repair mortar manufactured by Boytorun Kimya in Istanbul. It is traffic-ready in about one hour at 20°C and can be applied from −10°C to +40°C. Below are the questions engineers, applicators and distributors ask most.

Curing and timing

How quickly can a Boydur® M12 repair reopen to traffic?

At 20°C the repaired area is typically traffic-ready in about 60 minutes. Lower temperatures, greater thickness and site conditions change this time.

How long is the working time after mixing?

About 25 minutes at 20°C. In warm weather the reaction is faster and the working time is shorter, so tools, labour and the prepared area should be ready before mixing.

Can Boydur® M12 be applied in cold weather?

Yes. The application range is −10°C to +40°C. At low temperatures curing takes longer than the one hour typical at 20°C.

What is the service temperature range once cured?

The cured mortar is designed for service temperatures from −40°C to +60°C.

Application

On which surfaces can Boydur® M12 be used?

On sound, dry, clean and load-bearing concrete, mineral substrates and suitable asphalt. Suitability for other substrates should be confirmed with our technical team.

Is a primer required?

On absorbent mineral substrates, Boydur® A10 or a suitable MMA primer is applied first, and M12 is placed only after the primer has fully cured.

Can it be applied to damp or wet surfaces?

No. The substrate must be completely dry. Application onto damp surfaces is one of the most common causes of failure.

What is the minimum and maximum thickness?

The minimum thickness is 5 mm. Deeper repairs can be built up with suitable aggregate grading or in layers; there is no fixed maximum single-layer thickness because it depends on aggregate and temperature.

How is it mixed?

The 3 kg A component (resin) is homogenised, then the 15 kg B component (powder) is added gradually and mixed with a low-speed mixer until lump-free. Material past its pot life must not be used.

How should the surface be prepared?

Remove oil, dust, laitance and loose material, cut weak concrete back to a sound base and roughen or clean mechanically. The current Technical Data Sheet gives the full procedure.

Performance and durability

What are the main mechanical values?

Typical values: compressive strength ≈34 N/mm², flexural strength ≈24 N/mm², E-modulus ≈4,350 N/mm², Shore D 75–80 and pull-off adhesion ≈3.9 N/mm².

Can it take forklift and heavy vehicle traffic?

Yes. It is designed for industrial areas with forklifts, trucks and equipment traffic. Repairs under very high point loads should be reviewed with our technical team.

Is it suitable outdoors and in UV exposure?

Yes. Boydur® M12 is a water- and weather-resistant system for indoor and outdoor use.

How does it handle oils, fuels and de-icing salts?

MMA mortars have good resistance to oils, fuels and de-icing salts in typical exposure. For continuous contact with aggressive chemicals, send us the exposure details.

Does a repaired area need special maintenance?

No. Normal industrial cleaning is sufficient.

Typical uses

What is Boydur® M12 used for?

Local repair of potholes, spalls and cracks, rebuilding joint edges and manhole surrounds, anchoring machines, posts and barriers, and heavy-duty toppings from 5 mm.

Can it fill moving cracks or expansion joints?

No. It is a rigid mortar. Moving cracks and working joints need an elastic sealant; M12 can rebuild the broken joint edges around them.

Is it suitable for anchoring?

Yes, for posts, guardrails, machine bases and fixtures, subject to anchoring design and approval for the loads involved.

How does MMA compare with epoxy and cement mortars?

The main differences are speed and temperature: MMA returns to traffic in about one hour and can be applied down to −10°C, while epoxy and cementitious mortars usually need many hours to days and higher temperatures.

Packaging, storage and safety

How is Boydur® M12 supplied?

As an 18 kg set: 3 kg A component (reactive MMA resin) and 15 kg B component (mineral fillers and hardener). Standard colour is concrete grey.

What is the shelf life and how should it be stored?

12 months in the original unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.

What safety precautions are needed?

The MMA resin is flammable and has a strong odour before it cures. Use trained personnel, ventilation, gloves, goggles and protective clothing, keep away from heat and flames, and follow the Safety Data Sheet.

Where can I find the TDS and SDS?

Download the current English Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet from the Technical page, or request them by e-mail.

Distributors and ordering

Who can become a Boydur® M12 distributor?

Distributors, applicators and solution providers with experience in industrial flooring or infrastructure maintenance can apply through the Partner Programme.

What support do distributors receive?

Technical onboarding, application guidance, English sales and technical documentation, project support and direct contact with the manufacturer.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

Minimum quantities depend on the region and partnership model. Contact us to discuss your market.

Who manufactures Boydur® M12?

Boytorun Kimya Sanayi A.Ş., an independent family-owned manufacturer of MMA construction chemicals, established in Istanbul in 1965 and certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Values are typical. The current Technical Data Sheet, Safety Data Sheet and package instructions take precedence over this page.

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