Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite
Thixotropic Epoxy Grout and Topcoat for Decorative Quartz and Flake Application
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A two-component, high solids, epoxy based, thixotropic topcoat providing a light orange peel texture finish. May be used as a grout and top coat on Sikafloor Cove Base Systems, Sikafloor Quartzite® Decorative Quartz Flooring Systems. Designed as a top dressing over Sikafloor trowelled epoxy mortar systems to enhance abrasion and chemical resistance.
- Good chemical and mechanical resistance
- 100 % solids as supplied
- Attractive, high gloss, reflective coating
- Tough, smooth, non-porous surface is easy to clean
- Durable, impermeable and seamless
- Easily applied with brush, roller or squeegee
- Good abrasion resistance
- Optional integral cove base and curbs can be installed without seams and joints
- Excellent impact resistance
Usage
Sikafloor 217, used in conjunction with Sikafloor 217 Thixo Lite B hardener, is ideal as a low odor grout coat and topcoat for quartz or vinyl flake floor broadcast systems. Sikafloor 217 Thixo Lite is especially suitable for vertical applications and as a topcoat for Sikafloor Epoxy Systems, creating a light orange peel texture finish. Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite may also be field pigmented. Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite clear and/or pigmented can also be top coated with an aliphatic urethane when increased chemical and abrasion resistance are required. Typical applications would include:- Auto dealerships
- Institutions
- Grocery, department and retail stores
- Pharmaceutical laboratories, production rooms and offices
- Museum and galleries
- Animal shelter and veterinary clinics
- Laboratories, Bathroom/Shower areas
Advantages
- Good chemical and mechanical resistance
- 100 % solids as supplied
- Attractive, high gloss, reflective coating
- Tough, smooth, non-porous surface is easy to clean
- Durable, impermeable and seamless
- Easily applied with brush, roller or squeegee
- Good abrasion resistance
- Optional integral cove base and curbs can be installed without seams and joints
- Excellent impact resistance
Packaging
Component A: 3.00 US gal. (11.3 L)
Component B: 1.50 US gal. (5.68 L)
| Component A: 5.00 US gal. (18.9 L)* | Component A: 50 US gal. (189.3 L)* |
| Component B: 5.00 US gal. (18.9 L) | Component B: 50 US gal. (189.3 L) |
| A+B: 15 US gal. (56.7 L) | A+B: 150 US gal. (567 L) |
* (2 units needed)
Color
Clear or field pigmented with Sikafloor Epoxy Color Additive-N
Product Details
Shelf Life
24 months in original unopened container under proper storage conditions
Storage Conditions
Store dry between 40 °F and 90 °F (4–32 °C)
Solid Content
~ 100 % (by volume) / ~ 100 % (by weight)
Volatile organic compound (VOC) content
| 34 g/L (217 A+Thixo Lite B Combined) |
Shore D Hardness
| 78–82 | (ASTM D-2240) (28 days at 73 °F (23 °C) and 50 % R.H.) |
Abrasion Resistance
| 76 mg | (ASTM D-4060 ) CS-17/1000 cycles/1000g |
Compressive Strength
| 7,250 psi (50 N/mm²) | (ASTM C-579) Resin (filled 1:0,9 with Sikadur 504) (28 days at 73 °F (23 °C) and 50 % R.H.) |
Flexural Strength
| 9,384 psi | (ASTM D-790) (28 days at 73 °F (23 °C) and 50 % R.H.) |
Tensile Strength
| 5,728 psi | (ASTM D-638) |
Tensile Adhesion Strength
| > 362.5 psi (2.5 Mpa) | (ASTM D-4541) Concrete failure (28 days at 73 °F (23 °C) and 50 % R.H.) |
Chemical Resistance
Please consult Sikafloor Technical Services.
Gloss Level
| 1.30 % | (MIL-PRF-24613) (28 days at 73 °F (23 °C) and 50 % R.H.) |
Application
Pot Life
| Material Temperature | Time |
| 50 °F (10 °C) | ~ 50 minutes |
| 68 °F (20 °C) | ~ 25 minutes |
| 86 °F (30 °C) | ~ 15 minutes`` |
Cure Time
| Ambient & Substrate Temperature | Foot traffic | Light traffic | Full cure |
| 50 °F (10 °C) | ~ 24 hours | ~ 3 days | ~ 10 days |
| 68 °F (20 °C) | ~ 16 hours | ~ 2 days | ~ 7 days |
| 86 °F (30 °C) | ~ 12 hours | ~ 36 hours | ~ 4 days |
Waiting/Recoat Times
Before applying second coat of Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite allow:
| Ambient & Substrate Temperature | Minimum | Maximum |
| 50 °F (10 °C) | 24 hours | 36 hours |
| 68 °F (20 °C) | 8 hours | 24 hours |
| 86 °F (30 °C) | 6 hours | 24 hours |
Before applying Sikafloor Epoxy or Polyurethane on Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite allow:
| Ambient & Substrate Temperature | Minimum | Maximum |
| 50 °F (10 °C) | 24 hours | 3 days |
| 68 °F (20 °C) | 8 hours | 2 days |
| 86 °F (30 °C) | 6 hours | 1 day |
Coverage
Finish Coating:
200–265 ft2 / per mixed US gal. (4.9–6.5 m2 / L) at 6–8 mils (0.15–0.2 mm) wet film thickness (w.f.t.).
MIXING
Mixing Ratio - 2 : 1 by volume.
For bulk packaging, when not mixing full units, each component must be pre-mixed separately to ensure product uniformity.
Clear Resin:
Premix each component separately. Empty Component B (Hardener) in the correct mix ratio into Component A (Resin). Mix the combined components for at least 3 minutes and until uniform using a low speed drill (300–450 rpm) and Exomixer or Jiffy type paddle suited to the volume of the mixing container to minimize entrapped air. Be careful not to introduce any air bubbles while mixing. Make sure the contents are completely mixed to avoid any weak or partially cured spots in the coating. During the mixing operation, scrape down the sides and bottom of the container with a flat or straight edge trowel at least once to ensure complete mixing.
Field Pigmented:
Premix each component separately. If color is desired, the appropriate Sikafloor Epoxy Color Additive-N is added to Component A at a rate of 1 quart (1 L) per 4.5 to 5 mixed gal. (18.9 L) [(i.e. Components A+B)] for all colors except bright colors like White, Safety Yellow or Tile Red which require 2 quarts (2 L) per 5 mixed gal. (18.9 L) [(i.e. Components A+B)]. Mix Component A and Sikafloor Color Additive for 2 minutes and until a uniform color is achieved with a low speed drill (300–450 rpm) and Exomixer or Jiffy type paddle suited to the volume.
Empty Component B (Hardener) in the correct mix ratio to Component A (Resin) and mix for additional 2 minutes. Be careful not to introduce any air bubbles while mixing. Make sure the contents are completely mixed to avoid any weak or partially cured spots in the coating. During the mixing operation, scrape down the sides and bottom of the container with a flat or straight edge trowel at least once to ensure complete mixing.
Do not mix more material than can be applied within the working time limits (i.e. Pot Life) at the actual field temperature.
APPLICATION
As a Grout coat on Sikafloor Epoxy Mortar Systems:
Sikafloor 217 Thixo Lite is applied with a flat rubber squeegee or flat metal trowel tightly over a smooth surface. Back rolling is typically done with an 18 in. (455 mm) wide short nap, 3/16 or 1/4 in. (4 to 6mm), solvent-resistant roller cover. Back roll the Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite only to level the squeegee applied material. Over-rolling and late back rolling may cause bubbling and leave roller marks. Product has a limited Pot Life, see Typical Data. Do not apply by dipping roller into mixing container. Pour a bead of product in the form of a ribbon on the surface to be coated, then spread with squeegee and back roll.
As a Top coat:
Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite is applied with a flat or notched rubber squeegee over a smooth surface. Back rolling is typically done with an 18 in. (455 mm) wide short nap, 3/16 or 1/4 in. (4 to 6mm), solvent-resistant roller cover. Back roll the Sikafloor®-217 Thixo Lite only to level the squeegee applied material. Over-rolling and late back rolling may cause bubbling and leave roller marks. Product has a limited Pot Life, see Typical Data. Do not apply by dipping roller into mixing container. Pour a bead of product in the form of a ribbon on the surface to be coated, then spread with squeegee and back roll.
Note: The texture peak through height will vary depending on the mill thickness and type of roller used. Use with “Texture paint roller; foam roller - rough 10 in. (25 cm)” by Friess Specialties. Obtain through Sikaflooring accessories distributor (Friess Article No: 3925730/8500) or Sika Corp. Do not apply the material above the recommended thickness, cloudiness/whitening may occur.