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Flex Tile FXA 2117

Polymer modified two component tile adhesive used for installation of granite italian marble.

CETFIX FXA is polymer modified two parts adhesive comprising polymer cement based powder and rubber based liquid. Flexible for use in area where tiling is likely to be subject to some limited background movement or vibration, especially for wood, plywood, granite Italian marble and metal.



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Features

  1. Excellent adhesion.
  2. Suitable for wood and metal surface.
  3. Suitable for use in interior and exterior areas.

Area of Application

  1. Interior( Walls and floor).
  2. Exterior( Swimming pool).
  3. Limited movement/vibration( lift lobbies).

Surface Preparation

  1. The surface should be thoroughly cleaned.
  2. Sufficiently flat to permit the specified flatness of finished tile, bearing in mind the permissible minimum and maximum thickness of the bedding material.
  3. Suitable for tiling in the service condition to which it will be exposed.

Mixing

  1. Pour the CETFIX FLEX 10 kg liquid into a suitable container.
  2. Add CETFIX FLEX Powder 20 kg to the above mix for 2 to 4 minutes to obtain smooth, lump free slurry.
  3. It is advised to mix in small quantities (Powder 2-part Flex Powder + 1-part Flex liquid).
  4. Leave for 5 minute and remix.
  5. Use within 45 to 60 minutes.

Application Process

  1. Spread the adhesive to a required bed thickness and comb with notched trowel.
  2. Then start placing the tiles on the surface within 15 to 20 min.
  3. Press the tiles firmly into position with a slight twisting action.
  4. Clean off surplus adhesive from the tile face and between joints.
  5. Apply joint filler CETFIX TG after 24 hours.

Coverage

  1. Approximately 50 to 60sqft / 30kg combo pack at 3mm thickness for wood/plywood.
  2. 25 to 30sqft 30kg combo pack at 6mm thickness for granite and Italian marble.

Packing

  1. 30kg combo, 10kg liquid, 20kg powder.

Shelf Life

  1. 12 months

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES @ RT (27+/- 2 degree cel)

Testing Parameter Test Method FLEX 2117
Color Internal Grey
Bulk density(g/cc) Internal 1.7-1.8
Pot Life, Min Internal 35 to 45
Open time, min - 15
Trafficable time, Hr. - 24
Adjustable Time, min - 5 to 10
Compressive Strength, N/mm2 at 28 days IS 4031 12.5
Flexural Strength, N/mm2 at 28 days EN 1015 4.8
Tensile Strength, N EN 1015 2000
Shear Adhesion, KN EN 1015 12 to 14
Mix Ratio by volume(pbw adhesives to water) Internal 2:01
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