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THIXO
High Viscosity Pedestal Adhesive
Product Description
StarFix THIXO is a single component, thixotropic pedestal adhesive formulated for the bonding of steel raised access flooring pedestals to concrete in light (green) to medium (yellow) graded raised access flooring installations. StarFix THIXO is specially formulated to be of a higher viscosity than a standard pedestal adhesive and is ideal for fixing the pedestals on uneven surfaces. StarFix THIXO does not contain solvents, has zero VOCs and has the added benefit of low temperature cure properties.
Attributes & Benefits
❶ Superior adhesive properties
Excellent adhesion to concrete & steel.
❷ High viscosity
Increased viscosity for uneven surfaces.
❸ Zero VOCs & odours
Does not contain any hazardous or flammable solvents.
❹ Flexible, low foam formulation
Ensures a solid bond that does not rely on foaming to gap fill.
❺ Wide range of temperatures for application
Can be used from temperatures as low as -5°C up to 30°C.
Application Instructions
StarFix THIXO is supplied in an 8-litre metal tin. This tin contains 9.000kg of adhesive (grey, high viscosity liquid). Remove the lid from the metal tin. StarFix THIXO does not require mixing or stirring.
(Note: Do not reseal the tin. Any residual adhesive remaining in the tin should be allowed to cure before disposal.)
There are two methods of applying the adhesive:
❶ Dip the base of the pedestal into the adhesive and then hold over the tin for 5 seconds to allow excess adhesive to flow back into the tin. Place the pedestal directly onto the pre-marked pedestal locator.
❷ Using a gauging trowel or filling knife, scoop adhesive from the tin and apply it directly to the concrete on the pre-marked pedestal locator.
Each pedestal requires between 100g and 110g of adhesive (approximately 85 pedestals per tin).
Cure Time
The time taken to achieve full cure can be reduced in cold temperatures (<10°C) and dry air or increased in warm temperatures (>30°C) and humid air. These varied conditions will not affect the initial rate of cure (front-end cure), and the adhesive will remain in a workable state for approximately three hours.
The following graph shows the cure profile of StarFix THIXO tested according to ASTM D5895 (BK Drying recorder test).
Coverage Rates
To achieve the maximum bond strength, each pedestal requires a minimum of 100g of adhesive applied to its base. Each StarFix PED-PRO tin contains a total of 9000g which if applied at 105g per pedestal will be sufficient for:
StarFix THIXO 9.000kg unit: Pedestals =85 600x600 Panels =66 Total area=24m²
Product Storage
StarFix THIXO contains isocyanates and the advice contained in the products Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is of particular importance.
Good standards of industrial hygiene should be observed when handling this product. Protective gloves should be worn when handling the containers. The recommendations made in the Health and Safety data sheet for this product should always be observed.
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