KAROFiX®

Cement-Based Ceramic Adhesive Mortar

Ceramic Adhesive Mortar Used on Vertical and Horizontal Surfaces for Interior



APPLICATION FIELD

Used for fixing of ceramics and tile coating materials on horizontal and vertical surfaces for interior areas and on floor applications for exterior areas.

Applied on cement-based plasters on dry and medium wet areas, walls; and on cement-based screed and concrete flooring on floor areas.

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REQUIREMENTS

  • Prepared easily.
  • Provides convenient application thanks to its adequate application and incrustation time.
  • Applied on the surface easily.
  • Used conveniently on interior surfaces both vertically and horizontally.


TECHNICAL VALUES

Period for Keeping Uncovered: Tensile Adhesion Strength, N/mm² (after 20 minutes minimum), (EN 1346)
≥ 0,5
Application Time, Hours
< 2
Adherence Strength / Under Dry Conditions, N/mm² (EN 1348)
≥ 0,5
Adherence Strength / Under Wet Conditions, N/mm² (EN 1348)
≥ 0,5
Adherence Strength / Under Hot Conditions, N/mm² (EN 1348)
≥ 0,5
Adherence Strength / Under Cold Conditions, N/mm² (EN 1348)
≥ 0,5
Sliding, mm (EN 1308)
≤ 0,5
Reaction To Fire (EN 13501-1)
A1




APPLICATION

SURFACE PREPARATION

  • The surface shall always be free of form oil, dust, paint and materials that reduce adherence.
  • Repair of the cracks and holes shall be made using appropriate Entegre Repair Mortars before application.
  • Application surface shall be dampened with water, if required. PRIMEL 100® shall be applied before application on surfaces that are not resistant to moisture such as gypsum-cardboard plates, gypsum plasters, fiberboard etc. and the fixing operation is started when drying is complete (after approx. 24 hours).

PREPARATION of the MORTAR

  • Water shall be put to the mixing vessel first, then KAROFIX® shall be added (5.75-6.25 l water/25 kg bag) and it shall be stirred until the lumps are removed.
  • Stop for 5 minutes, and stir again to achieve a homogeneous mixture.
  • The mortar prepared shall be applied up to a thickness of 8 mm, it shall be combed and ceramic shall be fixed.
  • For a good adhesion, application shall be performed by applying force on the surface with a rubber hammer.
  • Double sided fixing shall be used for coatings greater than 1,100 cm².


APPLICATION VIDEO

For more information, please watch our application video.

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CONSUMPTION

Applies for application on a single side

Comb Size Consumption (kg/m²)
3 2-3
4 3-4
6 4-5
8 5-6

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PACKAGING

25 kg polyethylene-reinforced kraft paper bags

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STORING

1 Year Shelf Life*
* If stored in its original package without opening the package under dry, frost free conditions
(1 week after opening the package.)


RECOMMENDATION

  • No other materials (lime, cement, gypsum, etc.) shall be added to the prepared mortar.
  • Mortar shall not be used again by mixing with water or dry mortar if its application time has expired.
  • Wait until the ceramic adhesive is dried for joint application.
  • Used for coatings with water absorption of > 0.5 (ceramic, tile, etc.).
  • Coating areas specified below are suitable for an ideal application:

    • On interior floor: Area of ceramics ≤1200 cm²
    • On exterior floor ≤900 cm²
    • On interior walls: Area of ceramics ≤1100 cm²
  • KAROFIX® White is recommended for light coloured coatings.
  • We recommend that the application shall be performed between +5°C and +35°C.
  • For an ideal application, coating material shall be fixed to the mortar applied on the surface within 25 minutes.
  • It shall not be applied on frozen surfaces.
  • Do not apply under direct sunlight.
  • Do not go beyond the application field and the rules.
  • Do not inhale it directly. Wash your eyes with plenty of water in case of contact with eyes, seek medical attention if required.
  • For detailed information, please request the safety data sheet.
  • Contact us for your technical questions and for your questions about all other application conditions.


CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

TS EN 12004-1 / April 2007 / C1T

C1: Normal Hardening Adhesive with Cement

T: Reduced Sliding Properties

Ministry of Public Works Pos. No: 04.013/1

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