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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
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Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Basic Uses
- Iso-Flex 608 is used where an attractive color matching floor system is required with abrasion-resistant characteristics.
- Typical applications include stair towers, vestibules, locker rooms, food manufacturing plants, animal rooms, institutional facilities and warehouses.
- Limitations
- Apply only when material and surface temperatures are above 50°F and rising.
- Do not apply when temperatures are above 90°F.
- Store Iso-Flex 608 at temperatures between 50°F and 90°F.
- Surface Preparation
- Concrete must be structurally sound, dry, free of grease, oils, coatings, dust, curing compound and other contaminants.
- Surface laitance must be removed.
- The preferred method of surface preparation is abrasive blasting.
- For oil contaminated surfaces, using steam cleaning in conjunction with a strong emulsifying detergent is recommended.
- Rinse thoroughly with potable water.
- After cleaning, remove defective concrete, honeycombs, cavities, joint crack voids and other defects by routing to sound material.
- Smooth precast and formed concrete surfaces must be cleaned, roughened and made absorptive by abrasive blasting or shot blasting.
- If it is not possible to abrade or shot blast, acid etch with a 15% hydrochloric acid solution.
- After etching, pressure wash or flush the surface with copious amounts of water to neutralize the surface.
- Care must be taken to ensure that all salts and residue from the reaction have been removed.
- The pH of the surface should be checked, as per ASTM D4262, following acid etching.
- New concrete should be allowed to cure for a minimum of 28 days prior to applying Iso-Flex 608.
- Remove any surface hardener, or curing compound by abrasive blasting.
- Mixing Instructions
- Using a low speed drill motor and a "Jiffy" type mixer, mix the A & B components separately for approximately 1 minute.
- Combine two parts by volume of "A" with one part by volume of "B" and mix thoroughly.
- Scrape the bottom and sides of the mixing container at least once.
- Mix just enough material that can be used within the working life.
- Do not aerate the mix.
- Application
- Apply Iso-Flex 608 to the clean substrate, using a brush, short nap (1/8") roller or spray equipment.
- Apply at a rate of 80 - 100 ft2 / gallon to give a wet film of 16 - 20 mils.
- Broadcast the flake or aggregate to refusal.
- The application rate for the acrylic or vinyl flake is approximately 0.15 - 0.25 lb./ft2 and the quartz approximately 1.0-1.5 lb./ ft2.
- Allow the epoxy to cure for 16 - 24 hours.
- Lock Coats
- Iso-Flex 608 Epoxy can be applied as a lockcoat at 75-150 ft2 / gallon.
- Iso-Flex 614 Aliphatic Urethane can be applied as a lock coat in direct sun exposure applications.
- Apply at 80-100 ft2 / gallon.
- Clean-Up Instructions
- Clean tools and equipment immediately after use with methyl ethyl ketone or xylene.
- Clean spills or drips while still wet with same solvent.
- Cured Iso-Flex 608 will require mechanical abrasion for removal.
- Maintenance
- Iso-Flex 608 Decorative Flooring System will provide a long, effective service life when properly used and maintained.
- Damaged areas may be repaired in the field using methods approved by the manufacturer.
Properties
- Component A
- Component B
- Technical Data
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Mix Ratio by Volume (75°F) | 2.0 | - | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Mix Ratio by Volume (75°F) | 1.0 | - | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Gel Time (75°F) | 35 - 45 | minutes | - |
| Tack Free (75°F) | 4 - 5 | hours | - |
| Hardness (75°F) | 74 - 78 | Shore D | ASTM D2240 |
| Tensile Strength (75°F) | 5500 - 6500 | psi | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Elongation (75°F) | 15 - 30 | % | ASTM D638 |
| Compressive Strength (Neat Resin, 24 hours, 75°F) | 7500.0 | psi | ASTM D695 |
| Compressive Strength (Neat Resin, 7 days, 75°F) | 9800.0 | psi | ASTM D695 |
| Bond Strength (75°F) | Greater than Concrete | - | - |
| Flammability (Self Extinguishing, 75°F) | max. 0.75 | - | ASTM D635 |
| Water Absorption (24 hours, 75°F) | max. 0.5 | % | ASTM D570 |
Safety & Health
- Precautions
- Do not thin or dilute Iso-Flex 608.
- Do not aerate during mixing.
- Do not apply if surface temperature is within 5°F of the dew point in the work area.
- Cure new concrete 28 days before applications.
- Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for detailed health and safety information prior to use.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
Iso-Flex 608 is available in 3 gallon units.
- Colors
Iso-Flex 608 consists of a two component clear resin matrix. The fill media will provide the color and pattern
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 years (75°F)