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Chemtop 1000

4-component, self-levelling epoxy based flooring system

Product Description

CHEMTOP 1000 is a specially formulated 4-component self-leveling, low viscosity, high gloss, high strength, ready-to-use Epoxy Flooring Kit.

Application

Chemtop 1000 is specially formulated for applications where any or all of the following properties are required from the Floor, namely;

It finds uses in the following Industries:

Food & pharmaceuticals
Automotive
Light Engineering
Health Care
Clean room
Aerospace industries, including airport hangars, picture tube manufacturing plants, textile mills, etc

Product Contents:

Component	Description
Bisphenol A-based Epoxy Resin	Hazy, Liquid
Cycloaliphatic Amine-based Hardener	Transparent, Liquid
Manufactured Aggregates	Whitish, Powder
Pigment Colour Concentrate	RAL Colour Paste

For available RAL colours, refer current Chemsol Flooring and Topping shade card. Some colour variations may occur due to backfilling with sand in the case of bright colours. Under direct sunlight, there may be some discolouration and colour variation over time.

Salient features

Excellent Self levelling properties
Pleasing Aesthetic Appeal due to Glossy colourful Finish
Superior Adhesion to Concrete
Outstanding Mechanical Strength and Abrasion Resistance
Good Resistance to Commonly Used Cleaning Chemicals
Longer Gloss Retention
Value for Money

Chemical Resistance

Excellent resistance is observed against distilled water, detergent solutions, alkalis and acids.

Mechanical/Physical properties

Property	Test Method	Value and Unit
Mixing Ratio	NA	Pre-weighed kit to cover 12–14 sq.m area @ 1300 micron thickness
Finish	CPI* 1001	Non-porous, Smooth, Glossy
Pot Life @ 30°C	CPI 1002	30–35 minutes
Surface Dry	CPI 1002	3 hours
Hard Dry [Open for foot traffic]	CPI 1002	24 hours
Full Cure [Vehicular Movement]	CPI 1002	72 hours
Compressive Strength	ASTM C 579	>60 N/mm²
Flexural Strength	ASTM C 580	>40 N/mm²
Tensile Strength	ASTM C 307	>20 N/mm²
Pull-off Adhesion Test	ASTM D 4541	Concrete Failure
Abrasion Resistance [Taber]	ADTM D 4060	45 mg loss
Shore Hardness	ASTM D 2240	D 80
Service Temperature	CPI 1122	0–50°C
Shelf Life	–	12 months in original unopened container when stored between 10–30°C
Flash Point	EN ISO 2592	>130°C

Method of Application

All Chemsol Products are recommended to be applied only by Approved Applicators and should be handled after using proper PPE’s like Gloves, mask, goggles etc.

Application conditions

Note: The substrate temperature must be at least 3°C above the prevalent dew point temperature to reduce chances of condensation on the floor.

Substrate Quality

The concrete substrate must be sound and of sufficient compressive strength (minimum 200 Kg/cm²) with a minimum pull-off strength of 15 Kg/cm². The substrate must be clean, dry, and free of all contaminants such as dirt, oil, grease, coatings, and surface treatments, etc. If required, apply a test area first.

Substrate Preparation

Concrete substrates must be prepared mechanically using abrasive blast cleaning, scarifying, or grinding equipment to remove cement laitance and achieve an open-textured surface. Remove weak concrete and expose surface defects such as blowholes and voids. Repairs to the substrate, filling of blowholes/voids, and surface levelling must be carried out using appropriate products. Ensure that the dust, loose and friable material is completely removed from all surfaces by brush and vacuum before application of the product.

The concrete substrate has to be primed or levelled with Chemprime in order to achieve an even surface. Allow the primer to cure for 5-6 hours. After this, depending on the system selected, either apply a screed coat followed by a top coat of CHEMTOP 1000, or the topcoat of CHEMTOP 1000 can also be directly applied to the primer coat.

Mixing Time

Mixing Time: Stir the resin part mechanically. Add colour paste into resin and mix a uniform colour is achieved. Add hardener to this mixture and stir continuously for 2 minutes until a homogeneous mass is obtained. Add aggregates to this mixture and continue stirring for a further 3 minutes with a motorised helical paint stirrer until a uniform mix has been obtained. Overmixing must be avoided to minimise air entrainment.

*Note that the mixture has a stipulated pot life hence the laying should immediately commence after mixing the contents.

Curing Schedule

The epoxy curing reaction rate is temperature dependent. Refer to the following table to know how quickly the floor can be brought to service

Temp (°C)	Foot Traffic	Full Cure
10°C	48 hours	120 hours
20°C	36 hours	96 hours
30°C	24 hours	72 hours

Cleaning of Tools

Clean all tools and application equipment with thinner EP140 immediately after use. Hardened and/or cured material can only be removed mechanically.

Packing

Chemtop 1000 Resin, Hardener, and aggregates are available in a 16.4 kg pre-weighed kit which covers 10-12 sq.m area with an approximate thickness of 1mm.

Storage Conditions

Store in a dry and covered shed between 5°C to 30°C, away from sources of heat and naked flame.

Handling and safety

Keep the containers tightly sealed when not in use. Avoid skin contact and inhalation of fumes (if any). While spraying, it is advised to wear a mask. If it comes in contact with the body, wash affected parts with plenty of water. In case of persistent irritation, contact a physician.

*Disclaimer: The Information provided is based on our experience, thorough investigations & sophisticated testing methods, but due to the vast number of applications and usage methods, Chemsol Polymer Industries cannot accept responsibility of any kind for any particular result. It is the responsibility of the user to verify the suitability of the product for their end use and in accordance with the rules and regulations of that country /territory. All information provided pertaining to our products should be treated only as a guidance tool without any guarantee or warranty of any sort.

* All CPI test methods are our scientifically designed internal test methods, which can be shared upon request.