Perma-Patch Product Guide | Repair Mixes, Shelf Life & Storage
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The right repair starts with the right product.
Explore Perma-Patch pothole repair, crack sealants and pavement maintenance products. Compare mixes, plan your repair and protect your stock before and after opening.
Which repair mix should I choose?
| Compare | Regular Mix | Quick Set / Fine Mix | AQUA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical use | General potholes, parking lots and utility cuts. | Shallow depressions, sidewalks, ramps and repairs needing faster surface firming. | Water-activated permanent repairs to asphalt and concrete pavement. |
| Aggregate and finish | Coarser blend relative to Fine Mix, with a more visible stone texture. | Finer aggregate blend for a tighter finish. | Graded aggregate up to ⅜ inch (9.5 mm); black finish. |
| Hardening | Pressure-activated; firms through compaction and traffic. | Faster surface hardening with less compaction than Regular Mix. | Activated by added water, followed by compaction. |
| Traffic | Immediately after compaction. | Immediately after compaction. | Immediately after compaction. |
| Time to harden | Depends on compaction and conditions; no fixed time quoted. | Faster surface firming; no fixed time quoted. | Full cure within approximately 24 hours under typical conditions. |
| Ordering |
Regular Mix 50 lb (22.7 kg) Arclight SKU: PP-RM-50LB |
Request package sizes and product codes | Manufacturer code: PPAQ-50-P 50 lb (22.7 kg) pail Request availability |
Traffic-ready does not mean fully hardened. All three mixes accept traffic after proper compaction, but their hardening mechanisms differ. For cold-weather work, ask us to confirm the application limits for your exact product and stock lot.
Crack sealants and pavement maintenance
- 6690 ColdFuze Black: cold-pour asphalt crack sealant. View sizes and order. Arclight SKUs: PP-CF-B1 (1 gallon), PP-CF-B55 (55-gallon drum).
- 6690 ColdFuze Gray: gray crack sealant. Ask us about the correct package and application for your surface.
- ColdFuze Flex: cold-pour crack sealant.
- Gator-Aid: mastic filler for alligator cracking.
- Black Fill: pavement filling and surface repair product.
For products without an online listing, contact Arclight for product codes, technical information and availability. Match the product to the surface, defect and intended traffic before ordering.
Shelf life and storage
Storage temperature and application temperature are different. A product suitable for cold-weather application may still require protected indoor storage.
| Product | Shelf life — sealed | Shelf life — when exposed to air | Storage conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Mix | Manufacturer lists 2 years. Check package date and lot details. | No fixed opened-bag period quoted here. Contact us for resealing and remaining-life guidance. | Unopened bags may be stored outdoors when wrapped and protected from the elements. Do not leave exposed to sustained rain, snow or ice. |
| Quick Set / Fine Mix | Manufacturer lists 2 years. Check package date and lot details. | No fixed opened-bag period quoted here. Contact us before storing leftover material. | Unopened bags may be stored outdoors when wrapped and protected from the elements. |
| AQUA — PPAQ-50-P | 1 year from manufacture. | Use promptly after opening: ambient moisture can activate the product. Do not assume resealing restores the original shelf life; ask before retaining leftovers. | Arclight storage guidance: indoors, dry and protected from freezing; keep sealed against moisture and out of direct sunlight. |
| 6690 ColdFuze Black and Gray | Check the exact product label or request the current technical sheet. | Product-specific guidance required before storing opened containers. | Store indoors at ambient temperature; protect from freezing. |
| ColdFuze Flex | Check the exact product label or request the current technical sheet. | Product-specific guidance required. | Store indoors; protect from freezing. |
| Gator-Aid | Check the exact product label or request the current technical sheet. | Product-specific guidance required. | Store indoors; protect from freezing. |
| Black Fill | Check the exact product label or request the current technical sheet. | Product-specific guidance required. | Store indoors; protect from freezing. |
Keep original labels and lot codes with your stock. Follow the packaging and current manufacturer instructions for the exact product. Contact us for numerical storage limits, opened-container life and stock rotation guidance.
Plan your seasonal maintenance
Winter: tackle potholes with a suitable repair mix once the product's application requirements are confirmed for the conditions.
Spring: plan pothole repairs and order materials ahead of maintenance work.
Early fall: assess potholes, cracks and worn surfaces before colder weather. Schedule liquid-product work within the required temperature and dry-weather windows.
Technical information
- Quick Set Mix manufacturer information
- Regular and Quick Set technical resources
- AQUA PPAQ-50-P product information sheet
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