SikaCeram®-706

SikaCeram®-706 meets the requirements of EN 12004 for class R2T.

Epoxy resin with fine fillers

12 months from date of production

Store in undamaged, original sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C. Protect from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.

~1.55 kg/l (mixed, at +25°C)

+60°C max.

Excellent resistance to most aqueous systems including sewage, urine, salt water, dilute acids, oils and fats.

For further information, please contact Sika's sales representative.

Min. 2 mm

When using multiple units, one after the other, do not mix the following unit until the previous one has been used in order to avoid a reduction in
handling time.

+10°C min. / +35°C max.

Beware of condensation.
Substrate temperature during application must be at least 3°C above dew point.

< 5 % pbw moisture content.
Test method: Sika®-Tramex meter, CM - measurement or Oven-dry-method. No rising moisture according to ASTM D4263 (Polyethylene-sheet).

Normally reactive resin products require at least 7 days curing at 25°C to achieve the specified performance and service expectations. At lower temperatures the curing period will be extended.

Values determined in laboratory conditions: +23°C ± 2°C, R.H. 50 % ± 5 %.
Higher temperatures will reduce the indicated waiting times, lower temperatures will increase the indicated waiting time.

Values determined in laboratory conditions: +23°C ± 2°C, R.H. 50 % ± 5 %.
Higher temperatures will reduce the indicated waiting times, lower temperatures will increase the indicated waiting time.

Consumption and coverage depends on the surface profile and roughness of the substrate, size and reverse profile of the tiles and the placing technique (simple placing "floating" or back to back “buttering-floating”).
As a guide for simple placing technique:

For small sized tiles (side ≤30 cm), use small squared notch size trowel (4-6 mm) and progressively increas for medium tiles (side ≤45 cm, trowel 6-8 mm) or large tiles (side ≤60 cm, trowel 8-10 mm).
These figures are theoretical and do not allow for any additional material due to surface porosity, surface profile, variations in level, wastage or any other variations. Apply product to a test area to calculate the exact consumption for the specific substrate conditions and proposed application equipment.

Mortar and concrete should be older than 28 days (depends on minimal requirement of strengths).
Verify the substrate strength (concrete, masonry, natural stone).
The substrate surface (all types) must be clean, dry and free from contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, existing surface treatments and coatings, etc.
The substrate must be sound and all loose particles must be removed.

Concrete, mortar, stone, bricks: Substrates must be sound, dry, clean and free from laitance, ice, grease, oils, old surface treatments or coatings and all loose or friable particles must be removed to achieve a laitance and contaminant free, open textured surface. Must be cleaned and prepared thoroughly to an acceptable quality. Any necessary repair work should be carried out prior to tiling. Avoid dew point conditions.

SikaCeram®-706 must be mixed with a suitable drill and mixing paddle. Add Part A and Part B and mix until a uniform colour and consistency are obtained. Avoid aeration while mixing. Mix only that quantity which can be used within its pot life.

Bedding

Apply the mixed SikaCeram®-706 to the substrate using a suitably sized notch trowel i.e: 4 mm, 6 mm or 8 mm, depending on the size and thickness of the tile. Solid bed fixing can be achieved by back buttering the tile with a thin layer of SikaCeram®-706 before fixing into the notched bed. Ensure that the size of the area can be tiled within the pot life of the SikaCeram®-706.

Tiling

Tiles should be pressed into place and properly aligned when bedded, ensure at least 80% of the tile back is in contact with the adhesive.  A minimum tile joint width of 2 mm must be left for the grouting and 3 mm where thicker tiles are used.

Clean all tools and application equipment with warm water immediately after use. Hardened / cured material can only be removed mechanically.