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688 ELASTIFIX

688

Elastic paste tile adhesive with a very high initial adhesive strength. Ideal for bonding large-format ceramic wall and floor tiles to almost any wall and surface: cement, plaster, sheet material or existing tiling. Very moisture resistant and thanks to Emicode EC 1PLUS (very low emission) also suitable for BREEAM projects.

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  • 688-safety data sheet uk.pdf

    688-safety data sheet uk.pdf

  • 688-ec 1 plus licence uk.pdf

    688-ec 1 plus licence uk.pdf

  • pdf-product-specification.pdf

    pdf-product-specification.pdf

  • epdfeica-688 elastifix uk.pdf

    epdfeica-688 elastifix uk.pdf

  • dop-declaration-uk.pdf

    dop-declaration-uk.pdf

Product Typification

Elastic paste tile adhesive with a very high initial adhesive strength. Ideal for bonding large-format ceramic wall and floor tiles to almost any wall and surface: cement, plaster, sheet material or existing tiling. Very moisture resistant and thanks to Emicode EC 1PLUS (very low emission) also suitable for BREEAM projects.
Basis : Ready-for-use dispersion adhesive with an acrylic base.
Colour : Light grey.

Product advantages:
  • Emicode EC 1PLUS (very low emission)
  • Very high initial adhesion strength
  • Moisture-resistant

Performances

Alkali resistance : 688 Elastifix is resistant against an alkaline environment.
Classification : D2TE according to NEN EN 12004. A super elastic dispersion-based tile adhesive with an increased flow resistance and an extended open time.
Consumption : 1.0-2.5 kg/m², depending on the smoothness of the subfloor and type of tile. 
Humidity resistance : After drying 688 Elastifix is moisture-resistant and therefore very suitable for application in the so-called "wet areas". The adhesive cannot be used under water (swimming pools).
Specific weight : 1.5 kg/l.

Application

Application:

For fixing:

  • heavy tiles
  • large tiles
  • wall tiles
  • tiles with a moisture-absorption capacity < 3%
  • mosaic
  • natural stone
  • building and insulation materials.

Fix light-coloured natural stone and glass-mosaic with 681 Marmercol or 711 Uniflex.

On almost all walls, e.g.:

  • cement-based mortar layer
  • plasterboards
  • concrete, cellular concrete
  • gypsum plasterwork, plaster blocks
  • old tiles
  • various sheet material
  • sand-lime brick elements.

Working Process

Open time : 15-20 Minutes, depending on temperature, relative humidity, subfloor and type of tile.
Waiting time : Due to the high initial adhesion strength, heavy and/or large tiles can be fixed without a waiting time
Application temperature : From 5º C to 25 ºC (temperature of the surrounding as well as the subfloor).
Storage : Store free from frost. Protect against temperatures > 35 ºC.
Moisture resistance : After drying 688 Elastifix is moisture-resistant and therefore very suitable for application in the so-called "wet areas". The adhesive cannot be used under water (swimming pools).

* The mentioned values have been established in our laboratory and must be considered as guidelines in view of possible variations in climatic circumstances, subfloor compositions and layer thickness.

Consumption:
1.0-2.5 kg/m², depending on the smoothness of the subfloor and type of tile. 

Substrate:
  • 688 Elastifix is suitable for almost all walls, which are clean, free from dust and grease, smooth and dry, according to the requirements of DIN 18 352.
  • If necessary level stony walls with 658 Wandoforte or 955 Wandostuc.
  • Apply 099 Dispersion Primer on all moisture-absorbent walls.
  • Affix non-absorbent subfloors e.g. old tiles with tile adhesive or prime with 051 Europrimer Quartz. 
  • In accordance with the manufacturers recommendations gypsum plasterwork has to be at least 10 mm thick,
  • For bonding of the adhesive, either the tile and/or the subfloor should be able to absorb moisture.
  • The subfloor should be suitable for the required application.
  • In advance always seek our technical data sheets. In doubt about the application ask for technical advice. 


User manual:
  • Apply the adhesive on the wall and make adhesive strips with the recommended adhesive spreader (see spreading capacity/notched spreader).
  • Place the tiles immediately with a shuffling movement into the adhesive. On impervious subfloors wait for max. 10-15 minutes to allow the adhesive to set-off, before placing the tiles.
  • After drying of the adhesive (at least 24-48 hours) the joints can be filled with Eurocol grouting cement.
  • Clean tools and hands immediately with water.  

Spreading capacity/notched spreader for ready-for-use tile adhesives:

The smoothness of the subfloor and type of tile are determining for the adhesive spreader to be used. For walls inside a minimum adhesive transport of 60% is required (divided equally over the back of the tile).

Notched spreader no. 19, 4x4 mm : Spreading capacity approx. 1.8 kg/m² 
Notched spreader no. 12, 6x6 mm : Spreading capacity approx. 2.5 kg/m²
 
Contains methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (3:1). May produce an allergic reaction.




Quality and guarantee

Environment and health

Safety and environment : Safety data sheets of Forbo Eurocol products according to EEG-guideline 91/155.
MSDS : For extensive information about safety and environment we refer to our website www.eurocol.nl.


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