Chemfix
Polymer Modified Tile Adhesive
CHEMFIX 501 is a cementitious, organic polymer-modified adhesive formulated as a high-performance fixing adhesive for a variety of applications.
APPLICATION
Suitable for interior and exterior fixing of ceramic wall & floor tiles, terrazzo, marble and natural stone. It is suitable for wet conditions like bathrooms, shower rooms, abattoirs, and decorative high-rise cladding. An excellent product for fixing tiles under submerged conditions like water tanks, swimming pool etc.
CHEMFIX 501 is suitable for concrete, cement sand screeds and renders, unglazed tiles, terrazzo etc. Please check with our sales department about special formulation for other surfaces.
For substrates exposed to extreme vibrations and temperature, CHEMFIX 501 can be mixed with Chem Bond 210 instead of water.
• High Adhesive bond strengths
• Ready for use – just add water only
• Excellent pot life
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications
• Can be used for thickness from 8 12 mm (to be specially formulated)
Standard colors are grey and off white. Other colors available on request
20 kg paper bags with inner HDPE film
Appearance – White/ Grey Powder
Working Temperature – +5 ° C to +35 ° C
Water Ratio – 4 to 6 Ltrs/20 kg
Coverage – 4-5 kg/m2 (with a 5mm notched trowel)
Shelf Life packing – 12 months stored at 25 °C to 30 °C in original
Initial setting – 25 to 30 minutes
Tensile Strength – > 0.5 N/mm?
Compressive Strength – >20 N/mm2
Surface to be tiled should be sound free from loose laitance, paint, oil, grease, mouldrelease agent and residual curing compound. The surface must be dimensionally stable. Tiles should be dry and free from contaminants. Timber, gypsum surfaces should be primed with proper bonding aid and adhesive applied wet to wet with the primer
Add CHEMFIX 501 bag to 4.0 liters of clean water and mix to a uniform lump free consistency and allow standing for 5 minutes before use. Mix using slow speed drill and mixing paddle.
Apply CHEMFIX 501 to a uniform thickness of 3 mm to 6 mm or enough to cover the studs or troughs on the tile back. Apply adhesive to the working area for max 1.0 m2 at a time. For heavy duty applications, the adhesive can be buttered on the back of tiles to ensure full contact. For all other applications, the adhesive bed shall be combed horizontally with notched end trowel to remove excess.
Tiles should be dry and fixed by pressing into place with slight twisting motion, ensuring the tile back achieves full contact with the adhesive.
For joints around tiles, refer to manufacturer for joint width around tiles. Usually, ceramic tiles should not be butt joined. Remove excess adhesive from joints and face of tile with damp sponge or cloth before it sets. Joints should be raked out for grouting.
Leave for a minimum of 24 hours before grouting.
Chemfix has a wide variety of colors for grouting depending on joint size.
Special notes
CHEMFIX 501 should not be used on metal painted surfaces. Movement joints should be provided in accordance with normal practice. Gypsum plaster surfaces need primer treatment prior to application.
Store clear of the ground and away from direct sunlight. Protect against rainfall, mist etc. Avoid excessive compaction during stacking.
Care should be taken during use and storage to avoid contact with eyes, mouth, skin and foodstuffs. Treat splashes immediately. If accidentally is taken, seek immediate medical attention. Do not dispose of into water or soil but according to local regulations.
This information is given as per our experience. Users should always refer to the technical data sheet prior to the application. Chemfix denies all responsibility in case the product is used wrongly. All consumption mentioned is theoretical and varies for different substrate and conditions.