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Sikafloor® TC 242
(former MSeal TC 242)
TOTAL SOLIDS, 2 PART, GLOSSY, AROMATIC PU COATING FOR TRAFFIC DECK APPLICATION
Sikafloor® TC 242 is a two-component elastomeric, pigmented, polyurethane (PU) coating designed for application in trafficked areas.
Sikafloor® TC 242 aesthetically enhances and protect parking garage floors due to its pigmented, glossy and bright finish, minimum dirt pick-up and ease of cleaning properties. Its hard-elastic surface reduces slippage and the squeaking noise from tires. When combined with its excellent chemical and abrasion resistance, Sikafloor® TC 242 is the ideal coating for car park decks.
Suitable for use in hot and tropical climatic conditions.
- Excellent impact and abrasion resistance
- Glossy finish aesthetically enhancing car park
- Elastomeric
- Good chemical and oil resistance
- Minimum dirt pick-up and no tire mark retention
- Ease of cleaning
- Reduced noise due to tire movement
- Long service life
- Profiled finish for slip resistance
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Usage
- Sikafloor® TC 242 may only be used by experienced professionals.
- Sikafloor® TC 242 is used as part of the Sikafloor® MultiFlex polyurethane deck coating system range.
- On intermediate car park decks Sikafloor® TC 242 may be used as a top coat.
- On exposed decks, where UV resistance is required, Sikafloor® TC 242 is used as an intermediate coating layer topped with a UV resistant top coat as part of the systems.
Advantages
- Excellent impact and abrasion resistance
- Glossy finish aesthetically enhancing car park
- Elastomeric
- Good chemical and oil resistance
- Minimum dirt pick-up and no tire mark retention
- Ease of cleaning
- Reduced noise due to tire movement
- Long service life
- Profiled finish for slip resistance
Packaging
Part A+B: 25 kg ready to mix units
Colour
Available in standard colours: Basalt Grey, Traffic Grey, Light Grey, Reseda Green and Oxide Red.
Refer to colour chart. Other colours available upon request.
Product Details
Composition
Aromatic Polyurethane (PU)
Shelf life
6 months from date of production
Storage conditions
The packaging must be stored properly in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging, in dry conditions at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C. Protect from direct sunlight, heat and moisture. During high ambient temperature months, precondition the product in low temperature controled enviroment before application.
Density
~1.45 g/l (mixed, at 25°C) | (ASTM D1475) |
Solid content by mass
~100 % (mixed) | (ASTM D2369) |
Tensile strength
> 10 N/mm2 | (ASTM D412) |
7 days curing at 23°C, 50% R.H.
Tensile adhesion strength
≥ 1.5 N/mm2 (or failure in concrete) | (ASTM D4541) |
Note: System build-up with suitable primer
Tear strength
> 40 N/mm2 | (ASTM D624) |
7 days curing at 23°C, 50% R.H.
Chemical resistance
Resistant to acids and alkalis of medium concentrations, mineral oil products and solvents. Contact your local Sika Technical Services Representative for specific details.
Application
Relative air humidity
< 80 %
Dew point
Beware of condensation!
The substrate and uncured floor must be at least 3°C above dew point to reduce the risk of condensation or blooming on the floor finish.
Substrate temperature
+15°C min. / +35°C max.
Pot Life
Temperature | Pot Life |
+23°C | ~15 min |
+35°C | ~5 min |
Note: Pot life will decrease with increased temperature
Tack free time
~4 hours
Note: At 25°C / 50% R.H. Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions.
Waiting time to overcoating
24 hours min. / 48 hours max.
Note: At 25°C / 50% R.H. Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions.
Applied product ready for use
Temperature and R.H: | Foot Traffic: | Light Vehicular Traffic: | Full Cure: |
+25°C and 50 % | 1 day | 3 days | 7 days |
Note: Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions
Consumption
From 0.65 kg/m² per coat. Please refer to relevant system data sheet and method statements for build-ups and coverage rates.
This figure is theoretical and does not allow for any additional material required due to surface porosity, surface profile, variations in level or wastage, etc.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
For full application requirements please refer to relevant method statement.
SUBSTRATE QUALITY
Fully cured, with min. compressive strength of 25 N/mm2. Pull-off strength shall not be less than 1.5 N/mm2.
If in doubt apply a test area first.
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
The surface must be clean, dry and free of all contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, coatings and surface treatments, etc. All dust, loose and friable material must be completely removed from all surfaces before application of the product, preferably by vacuum.
Suitable preparation includes light grit blasting, surface grinding etc. Surface defects should be repaired using Sikafloor®-2200, Sikafloor®-2200 ADH or other suitable repair compounds from the e.g. Sikadur® or SikaEmaco® range.
MIXING
Mix the Part A and Part B components of the Sikafloor® TC 242 together using a slow speed (400 rpm) drill with a spiral mixing head. Work the mixer round the mixing pail to ensure it scrapes the side and bottom of the pail. Pour the part mixed material into a clean pail and remix for a further 30 seconds.
APPLICATION
Apply by roller or squeegee to the primed tack free surface. Apply at a minimum recommended rate per coat, depending on the system build-up. Sikafloor® TC 242 can be applied as a single intermediate coat, or as a multi coat sandwich system incorporating aggregates to give a slip resistant finish. When applying as a top coat or part of a multi coat system, do not exceed the maximum overcoating times of the previous coating.
CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
Clean all tools and application equipment with suitable thinner (Xylene / MEK / Acetone) immediately after use. Hardened and/or cured
material can only be removed mechanically.