Construction Product Data Sheet Edition: 29/05/2013 Identification no: Version no: GCC Sika Primer MB+ Sika Primer MB+ Primer and Moisture Control for Wood Floor Bonding with Elastic SikaBond Adhesives on Difficult Substrates Product Description Uses Characteristics / Advantages Sika Primer MB+ is a two-part, solvent free, low viscosity, epoxy resin primer. The product is suitable for use in tropical and hot climatic conditions. Sika Primer MB+ is used on concrete substrates, cement screeds and epoxy mortars in conjunction with SikaBond Wood Floor Adhesives as: Moisture control: For cementitious substrates with a moisture content up to 4% CM Substrate consolidation: On concrete, cement and anhydrite screeds and refurbished substrates Adhesion promotion: For broadcast mastic asphalt and on old adhesive residues Solvent free Easy to apply Allows faster completion Good penetration and stabilisation of the substrate Reduction of adhesive consumption Suitable for refurbishing existing substrates Suitable for use with subfloor heating Low viscosity Compatible with elastic SikaBond -Systems for wood floors Tests Approvals / Standards Proof statement to determine the compatibility of coating and water saturated concrete:- Report-No. P 5688 Polymer Institute, Germany, May 2009 Product Data Form Liquid Appearance / Colour Resin (Part A): Brownish-transparent Hardener (Part B): Transparent Packaging Part A: 15.8 kg Part B: 4.2 kg Part A+B: 20 kg ready to mix unit 1 Sika Primer MB+ 1/5
Storage Storage Conditions Shelf Life Store in cool and dry conditions in unopened, undamaged and sealed original packaging at temperatures between +5 C and +35 C. Protect from direct sunlight and heat 24 months minimum if stored properly. Technical Data Chemical Base Dry Material Content 2-part epoxy ~ 100 % (by volume) / ~ 100 % (by weight) Density (at +23 C) Part A: ~ 1.6 kg/lt Part B: ~ 1.0 kg/lt Mixed Resin: ~ 1.4 kg/lt (DIN EN ISO 2811-1) Compressive Strength Resin: ~ 60 N/mm 2 (28 days / +23 C / 50% r.h.) (EN 196-1) Flexural Strength Resin: ~ 20 N/mm 2 (28 days / +23 C / 50% r.h.) (EN 196-1) Bond Strength > 1.5 N/mm 2 (failure in concrete) (ISO 4624) Shore D Hardness 76 (7 days / +23 C) (DIN 53 505) Thermal Resistance Exposure* Permanent Short-term max. 7 day Short-term max. 12 hrs Dry Heat +50 C +80 C +100 C Short-term moist / wet heat* up to +80 C where exposure is only occasional (e.g. steam cleaning etc.). * No simultaneous chemical and mechanical exposure and only in combination with Sikafloor systems as a broadcast system with approx. 3 4 mm thickness. EU Regulation 2004/42 VOC - Decopaint Directive USGBC LEED Rating According to the EU-Directive 2004/42, the maximum allowed content of VOC (Product category IIA / j type sb) 500 g/lt (Limit 2010) for the ready to use product. The maximum content of Sika Primer MB+ is < 500 g/lt VOC for the ready to use product. Sika Primer MB+ conforms to the requirements of LEED EQ Credit 4.2: Low-Emitting Materials: Paints & Coatings SCAQMD Method 304-91 VOC Content < 100 g/lt Application Details Substrate Quality Substrate Preparation Substrate must be clean, even, free from dust, oil and grease. Weak areas, voids etc. and cement laitance must be removed back to a sound substrate. Compressive strength: > 8 N/mm 2 Tensile Bond strength: > 0.8 N/mm 2 Adhesive residues must be removed to less than 50% of surface area (i.e. removed by grinding etc.). Preliminary bond strength testing is recommended. The instructions of the screed floor manufacturer must be complied with. Concrete / cementitious screed: Must be ground and thoroughly cleaned by industrial vacuum. Anhydrite screed / Anhydrite flowable screed: Must be ground and thoroughly cleaned by industrial vacuum shortly before coating. Mastic asphalt: Must be broadcast to excess and cleaned by industrial vacuum. Fibre reinforced concrete Any exposed fibres must be burnt off the surface. Please contact our Technical Service Department for any project specific advice required. 2 Sika Primer MB+ 2/5
Consumption Substrate Temperature Ambient Temperature Relative Air Humidity Substrate Moisture Content Dew Point Mixing Mixing Time Concrete / cementitious screed and Anhydrite screed / anhydrite flowable screed: 0.3 0.6 kg/m 2 dependent on the absorbency of the substrate. Broadcast mastic asphalt: 0.25 0.35 kg/m 2 During application and until Sika Primer MB+ has fully cured, the substrate temperature must be > +10 C and when used with under floor heating < +30 C. Application temperature of substrate must be minimum 3 C above the dew point! For substrate temperatures standard construction rules are relevant. +10 C min. / +35 C max. 80 % maximum Permissible substrate moisture content < 8 % pbw using the Sika -Tramex meter (at the time of application). Please note that the moisture content must be < 6 % pbw when using the CMmeasurement or Oven-dry-method. Test method: Sika -Tramex meter, CM - measurement or Oven-dry-method. No rising moisture content according to ASTM (Polyethylene-sheet): For checking the moisture content use the Rubber Mat Test according to ASTM (at least 1 m x 1 m of polyethylene sheet, taped to the concrete surface) This should be left in position for at least 24 hours, prior to removal and testing. Any condensed vapour transmissions are thereby detected. Note: For moisture content and quality of substrates the guidelines of the wood floor manufacturer as well as standard construction rules must be observed. Beware of condensation! The substrate and uncured floor must be at least 3 C above dew point to reduce the risk of condensation or blooming on the floor finish. Note: Low temperatures and high humidity conditions increase the probability of blooming. Part A : Part B = 79 : 21 (by weight) Prior to mixing, stir Part A mechanically. Add all of Part B and when it has all been added to Part A, mix continuously for 3 minutes until a uniform mix has been achieved. To ensure thorough mixing pour materials into another container and mix again to achieve a consistent mix. Over mixing must be avoided to minimise air entrainment. Mixing Tools Sika Primer MB+ must be thoroughly mixed using a low speed electric stirrer (300-400 rpm) or other suitable equipment. For the preparation of mortars use a forced action mixer of rotating pan, paddle or trough type. Free fall mixers should not be used. Application Method / Tools Prior to application, confirm substrate moisture content, r.h. and dew point. If > 8% pbw moisture content (Tramex), Sikafloor EpoCem may be applied as a temporary moisture barrier system. Apply Sika Primer MB+ uniformly (in two directions 90 ) to the substrate using a nylon roller (medium pile 12 14 mm), ensuring that a continuous coat is achieved over the entire surface (gives a mirror like finish). Application Recommended No. of Coats Remarks Moisture barrier only Minimum 1 x Mirror like finish Substrate consolidation only Minimum 1 x Good penetration Adhesion promotion only Minimum 1 x Mirror like finish Moisture barrier + substrate consolidation Minimum 2 x Mirror like finish Moisture barrier + adhesion promotion Minimum 2 x Mirror like finish Cleaning Clean all equipment and tools with Sika Thinner C immediately after use. Hardened / cured material can only be removed by mechanical means. 3 Sika Primer MB+ 3/5
Pot Life Temperature +10 C +20 C +30 C Time ~ 50 minutes ~ 25 minutes ~ 15 minutes Waiting Time / Overcoating Before applying solvent free products on Sika Primer MB+ allow:- Substrate temperature Minimum Maximum +10 C 24 hours 4 days +20 C 12 hours 2 days +30 C 8 hours 24 hours Before applying solvent containing products on Sika Primer MB+ allow:- Substrate temperature Minimum Maximum +10 C 36 hours 6 days +20 C 24 hours 4 days +30 C 16 hours 2 days Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions particularly temperature and relative humidity. Applied Product ready for use Temperature Foot traffic Light traffic Full cure +10 C ~ 24 hours ~ 6 days ~ 10 days +20 C ~ 12 hours ~ 4 days ~ 7 days +30 C ~ 8 hours ~ 2 days ~ 5 days Note: Times are approximate and will be effected by changing ambient conditions. Notes on Application / Limitations Do not apply Sika Primer MB+ on substrates with rising moisture, or significant vapour pressure may occur. Freshly applied Sika Primer MB+ should be protected from damp, condensation and water for at least 24 hours. Avoid puddles on the surface with the primer. Wood floor installation in areas without a damp proof membrane can only be undertaken with a moisture regulator; System Sikafloor EpoCem and Sika Primer MB+ for moisture control. For detailed instructions consult the relevant Product Data Sheets or contact our Technical Services Department. When used in conjunction with SikaBond Wood Floor Adhesives, Sika Primer MB+ must not be broadcast with sand. Sika Primer MB+ is only recommended with SikaBond -T45 / -T50 / -T52FC / -T53 / -T54 / -T54FC / -T55 / AT-82 / AT-84. 4 Sika Primer MB+ 4/5
Construction Value Base All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control Local Restrictions Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of this product may vary from country to country. Please consult the local Product Data Sheet for the exact description of the product uses. Health and Safety Information Legal Notes For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical products, users shall refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet containing physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related data The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sika's current knowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sika s recommendations. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from any written recommendations, or from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the product s suitability for the intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request. All products are manufactured under a management system certified to conform to the requirements of the quality, environmental and occupational health & safety standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001. Sika UAE L.L.C P.O. Box 126212 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone: +971 4439 8200 info@ae.sika.com Sika Gulf B.S.C (c) P.O. Box 15776 Adliya, Kingdom of Bahrain Phone: +973 1773 8188 sika.gulf@bh.sika.com Sika Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd P.O. Box 58647, Riyadh 11583, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Phone: +9661 2176532 info@sa.sika.com 5 Sika Primer MB+ 5/5