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Nr. 0.102 GB
May 2001, Sfb (4-) Sq 4
Latest update May 2010
 
 
Universalfix  PDF printfil

White, universal tile adhesive
For fixing marble, ceramic tiles, quarry tiles, and mosaics. Suitable for fixing insulating plates and light-weight aerated concrete elements, blocks, and panels.
 
• For interior and exterior use
• Smooth and easy to apply
• Very suitable for fixing marble
• Excellent slump resistance and high instant grab
• Approved for wet rooms
• Bed thicknesses up to 5 mm
• CE-classification: C2 TE

 

Product

White, cement-based powder containing polymer modifiers.

Coverage

Notched trowel Coverage per m²
4 x 4 mm approx. 1.2 kg 
6 x 6 mm approx. 1.8 kg
8 x 8 mm approx. 2.4 kg
10 x 10 mm approx. 3.0 kg

Packaging

Available in 5 kg and 25 kg PE lined paper bags.

Surfaces

Cement/sand rendering, brickwork, aerated concrete
Screed, older than 21 days
Flooring containing cement-based levelling compound.
Anhydrite floors, max. residual moisture 0.5%
Concrete in situ and precast units/slabs, older than 4 months
Paper-faced plaster boards, fibre-reinforced plaster boards
Existing tiles, terrazzo
Alfix Sealing Membrane

Plaster, wood, existing tiles, vinyl, and paint are not considered suitable surfaces for exterior use or in areas exposed to frequent or permanent water. 

Surface preparation
The surface should be dimensionally stable, sound, and clean. Free from laitance, grease, and dust. There should be no blooms or crack formations. Residues from grease or soap can be removed with Alfix Deep Cleaner. Ensure that paint is sufficiently adhering and non-flaking.
Straightening of lumps and unevenness of up to 5 mm can be carried out using Alfix Universalfix.
On absorbent, moisture sensitive interior surfaces, such as aerated concrete, gypsum plaster, plaster boards, and anhydrite floors, apply Alfix Primer (Sealing Primer) or Alfix PlaneMixPrimer.
For exterior use, apply a thin contact layer of Alfix Universalfix.
Mixing and fixing
Add approx. 0.3 litres of clean, cold water per kg powder corresponding to 7.5 litres of ready mixture per 25 kg bag.
Apply Alfix Universalfix to the surface with a notched trowel, using the straight edge to spread out adhesive and subsequently the notched edge to produce a ribbed bed.
Fix tiles within 15 - 20 minutes by pressing them firmly into position in the wet adhesive with a slight twisting action. When fixing mosaics, a firm tap is required.
Ensure complete adhesive coverage!
For exterior use, e.g. stairs and facades, regardless of tile size, always apply adhesive to both tile and surface to ensure solid bedding leaving no voids (buttering/floating method).
 
NB!
Large-sized tiles, natural stone may and surfaces with underfloor heating call for extra attention.
Additional water should not be added to adhesive already starting to set. Note that the temperature of mixing water will influence setting time.
Addition of Alfix Flexbinder may retard setting.
Repositioning of tiles should be done within approx. 15 minutes after fixing, depending on substrate and tile absorbency.
Switch off any underfloor heating.
Precautions

IRRITANT.

Cleaning

Clean adhesive residues from tools and tiles with water before the adhesive sets. Cement-based products harden when mixed with water, hence do not pour surplus adhesive into the drain system.

Test
DS/EN 12004
SP-method 1910
Other surfaces
When mixed with Alfix Flexbinder a highly flexible adhesive is obtained being very suitable for green/new concrete, light–weight concrete, surfaces with underfloor heating, wooden floors, PVC, vinyl, fibreglass, steel and fixing of large sized tiles.
Technical enquiries

Wet rooms – Tanking with Alfix
Product info on:
• Alfix Deep Cleaner
• Alfix Flexbinder
• Alfix Primer (Sealing primer)
• Alfix PlaneMixPrimer
Product health and safety data /COSH

For further information, please consult our Technical Services Dept.

Technical data
Working temperature

+5°C - +30°C
Krav för godkända våtrum min +10ºC.

Density

1.6 kg/litre (mixed with water)

Open time

approx. 15 minutes

Working time

5 hours at +20°C

Foot traffic/grouting

1-2 days at +20°C

Full strength 28 days at +20°C 
Tensile adhesion strength
concrete
1.0 – 1.6 N/mm² 

Tensile adhesion strength
paper-faced plaster boards

0.2 – 0.4 N/mm²

Classification -
DS/EN 12004 
C2  TE
Shelf life

Min. 12 months in unopened bag