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CLASSIFICATION ACCORDING TO EN 12004Elastorapid is a highly deformable (S2), improved (2),fast-setting (F) cementitious (C) adhesive, slip-resistant(T) and with extended open time (E), of class C2FTE S2.

Elastorapidis CE approved, as declared inITTcertificateNo. 25070277/Gi (TUM) andNo. 25080024/Gi (TUM) issued by the TechnischeUniversitt Mnchen laboratory (Germany).

WHERE TO USE

Bonding to internal and external walls and floors of alltypes and sizes of ceramic tiles (single-fired,double-fired, porcelain, clinker, terracotta, etc.), naturalstone (marble, granite, etc.) and artificial materials which

are slightly sensitive to humidity (class B MAPEIdimensional stability standard) which require the useof a fast-drying adhesive.

Some application examples

Laying ceramic and stone floor coverings which aresubject to intense traffic.

Quick repair operations where the floor needs tobe put into service immediately (public buildings,motorway service areas, supermarkets, airports,pedestrian areas), even during hot weather. Comparedwith other fast-setting adhesives, the longer pot-life ofElastorapid makes it more easy to apply even duringhot weather.

Laying tiles on deformable substrates: marineplywood, wooden agglomerates (if sufficiently stableto water), old wooden floors, etc.

Quick laying or repair of tiled finishes in places suchas swimming pools, refrigeration cells, industrial plants(breweries, wine cellars, dairies etc.).

Laying even large-sized ceramic and stone tiles onfaades, balconies, terraces, and sun-roofs andpatios which are subject to direct sunlight and thermalgradients.

Laying tiles in areas subject to high mechanicalstresses and vibration (railway underpasses,underground railway platforms, etc.).

Laying tiles on concrete substrates and pre-cast walls.

Laying large-sized tiles on heated screeds or on topof existing floor coverings in ceramic, terrazzo,marble, etc.

Laying tiles on surfaces waterproofed with Mapelasticor Mapegum WPS.

Laying stone material which is sensitive to stains(White Carrara, etc.).

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICSElastorapid is a two-component adhesive available ingrey or white consisting of a special binder andselected silica sand (comp. A) and a synthetic latexrubber (comp. B).When the two components are mixed together, a mortarwith the following characteristics is obtained:

low viscosity, therefore easy to apply;

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deformable, quick-settingand drying cementitiousadhesive with no verticalslip and extended opentime for ceramic tiles andstone material

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best to use a low-speed mechanical mixerto obtain a smooth, homogenous paste bypouring the powder (component A) into thelatex (component B).The pot life is approximately 60-75 minutes at+20C, but higher temperatures may reducethis time considerably. Compared to otherfast-setting adhesives, however, the longeropen time of Elastorapid means that it iseasier to lay tiles even during hot weather.

Applying the mixApply Elastorapid on the substrate witha notched trowel. Use a trowel whichguarantees that the adhesive is spread wellon the back of the tile.To achieve a good bond, first spread athin layer of Elastorapid on the substrateusing the smooth side of the trowel, andthen immediately apply another layer to thethickness required with a notched trowelaccording to the type and size of the tile.For pieces of mosaic up to 5x5 cm, use aMAPEI No. 4 or 5 trowel (consumption2.5-3 kg/m).For normal ceramic coverings, a MAPEINo. 5 trowel with a rhomboid notch isrecommended (consumption 3.5-4 kg/m).For uneven floors or surfaces or tileswith a ribbed back, a MAPEI No. 6 trowelwith a rhomboid notch is recommended(consumption 5-6 kg/m).For very uneven surfaces or with large tilesand tiles with large ribs on the back, aMAPEI No. 10 trowel with a square notchis recommended (consumption 8 kg/m)or a trowel used for Kerafloor (up to 1 cmthickness).For laying ceramic or natural stone on floorsexternally, tiles with a dovetail or knobbledback, tiles larger than 900 cm, floor

coverings to be polished on site or subject toheavy loads or for swimming pools and waterbasins, spread the adhesive also on the backof the tile to guarantee full contact.

Laying the tilesIt is not necessary to wet the tiles beforelaying them. Only when the backs are verydusty it is advisable to dip the tiles in cleanwater.The tiles must be laid by pressing themdown firmly to ensure a good contact withthe adhesive.Under normal climatic conditions, the opentime of Elastorapid is approximately30 minutes. Under unfavourable weatherconditions (strong, direct sunlight, wind, hightemperature and low R.H.), or if the substrateis very absorbent, the open time may bereduced to only a few minutes.Wetting the substrate before applying theadhesive helps to increase the open time.Check constantly to make sure that theadhesive does not form a surface skin andthat it is still fresh. If a surface skin forms,re-spread the adhesive with a notchedtrowel. Do not wet the adhesive if a surfaceskin forms. Instead of dissolving the skin, anon-adhesive skin will form.Surfaces tiled with Elastorapid must notbe washed down or exposed to rain for at

least 3-4 hours and must be protected fromstrong, direct sunlight for at least 12 hours.

GROUTING AND SEALINGThe joints between the tiles may begrouted after 3 hours with a suitable MAPEI

highly thixotropic: Elastorapid may beapplied on vertical surfaces without sagging,and even large-sized, heavy tiles do not slip.Tiles may be laid starting from the top of thesurface without using spacers;

the pot-life of the mix is particularly longcompared with other fast-setting adhesives,making the laying operation easier evenduring the summer at high temperatures;

good capacity for accomodatingdeformation of the substrate and tiles(chipboard, marine plywood, concrete, etc.);

perfect bonding to all materials normallyused in building;

thicknesses of up to 10 mm set withoutshrinkage and without a reduction inthickness, until a considerably highmechanical strength is reached.

Elastorapid has high bonding strength afteronly 2-3 hours and, therefore, floor andwall coverings may be put into service very

quickly.RECOMMENDATIONSDo not use Elastorapid: on metallic, rubber, PVC or linoleum

surfaces;

with marble or artificial materials whichare subject to high levels of moisturemovement (green marble, some types ofslate and sandstone in the class C MAPEIdimensional stability standard). In this case,use Keralastic, Keralastic T or Kerapoxy.

Do not add water or component B to themixture that has begun to set.

APPLICATION PROCEDUREPreparing the substrateThe substrates must be flat, stable,mechanically strong, sufficiently dry andfree from loose or crumbly parts, grease, oil,paint, and wax, etc. Damp substrates mayslow down the setting of Elastorapid.Cementitious substrates must not besubject to shrinkage after laying the tilesand therefore, during good weather, thesubstrates must be cured for at least 1 weekper centimetre of thickness. Cementitousscreeds must be cured for at least 28 days,unless they are made using a MAPEI

special binder for screeds such asMapecem, Mapecem Pronto, Topcem orTopcem Pronto.Dampen with water to cool down surfaceswhich are too hot due to exposure to directsunlight.Gypsum substrates and anhydrite screedsmust be perfectly dry ( max. residualmoisture 0.5%), sufficiently hard and free ofdust. They must be treated with Primer Gor Eco Prim T, while areas subject to highhumidity must be treated with Primer S.In general, refer to the relative MAPEItechnical documentation regarding substratepreparation before repairing cracks insubstrates, consolidating rapid-drying

screeds and levelling off installation surfaces.

Preparing of the mixMix 25 kg of grey or white component A(cementitious powder) with 6.25 kg ofcomponent B (synthetic latex rubber). It is

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TECHNICAL DATA (typical values)In compliance with the norms: EN 12004, such as C2FTES2

ISO 13007-1 such as C2FTES2 ANSI A 118.4 - 1999 (USA) 71 GP 30 M type 2 (Canada)

PRODUCT IDENTITY

COMPONENT A:

Consistency: grey or white powder

Bulk density (kg/m): 1,250

Dry solids content (%): 100

COMPONENT B:

Consistency: liquid

Colour: white

Density (g/cm): 1,035

pH: 6.5-7.5

Dry solids content (%): 30.5-32.5

COMPOSITION AND PROPERTIES OF THE MIXTURE (at +23C and 50% R.H.)

Mixing ratio: white: component A: 25 kg + part B: 6.25 kggrey: component B: 25 kg + part B: 6.25 kg

Consistency of mix: thick paste

Density of mix (kg/m): 1,650

pH of mix: approx. 11

Application temperature range: from +5C to +30C

Pot life: 60-75 minutes

Open time (according to EN 1346): 30 minutes

Setting time: 120-150 minutes

Time to grouting: after 3 hours

Set to light foot traffic: after 3 hours

Ready for use: after 24 hours (3 days for swimming pools and basins)

FINAL PERFORMANCES

Bonding strength according to EN 1348 (N/mm): initial (after 28 days):

after heat ageing: after immersion in water: after freeze/thaw cycles:

2.52.51.51.8

Flexural strength (N/mm) after 28 days: 6.0-7.0

Compressive strength (N/mm) after 28 days: 17.0-18.0

Resistance to acids: poor

Resistance to alkalis: excellent

Resistance to oil: excellent

Resistance to solvents: excellent

Service temperature range: from 30C to +90C

Deformability according to EN 12002: S2 - highly deformable

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cementitious or epoxy grout, which isavailable in a variety of colours.Expansion joints must be sealed with asuitable MAPEI sealant.

POLISHINGThe surfaces may be polished after 24 hours.

SET TO LIGHT FOOT TRAFFICFloors are set to light foot traffic after

3-4 hours.

READY FOR USEThe surfaces are ready for use afterapproximately 24 hours.Basins and swimming pools can be filledafter 3 days.

CleaningTools may be cleaned with clean waterbefore the adhesive sets. Once set, cleaningbecomes very difficult, but the use of asolvent such as white spirits or a similarproduct usually helps.

CONSUMPTION

Mosaics and small-sizedtiles (trowel No. 4): 2.5-3 kg/m;

normal-sized tiles(trowel No. 5): 3.5-4 kg/m;

large tiles and externalfloors (trowel No. 6): 5-6 kg/m;

uneven back faces andsubstrates, natural stone(trowel No. 10): 8 kg/m or more.

PACKAGINGElastorapid is available in either a whiteor grey colour.Elastorapid white: 31.25 kg kit, comprising:component A: 25 kg bag;component B: 6.25 kg drum.Elastorapid grey: 31.25 kg kit, comprising:component A: 25 kg bag;component B: 6.25 kg drum.

STORAGEElastorapid component A may be stored forup to 12 months in its original packaging ina dry place.The product complies with the conditions of

Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) N 1907/2006(REACH), item 47.

Elastorapid component B may be storedfor up to 24 months. Protect from frost.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FORPREPARATION AND APPLICATIONElastorapid component A is irritant, containscement that when in contact with sweat orother body fluids, produces an irritant alkalinereaction and allergic reactions in thosepredisposed.

Elastorapid component B is not considereda dangerous substance according to currentstandards and regulations regarding to theclassification of mixtures. However, theuse of protective gloves and goggles isrecommended.For further and complete information aboutthe safe use of our product please refer toour latest version of the Material SafetyData Sheet.

PRODUCT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE.

WARNINGAlthough the technical details andrecommendations contained in this product

data sheet correspond to the best of ourknowledge and experience, all the aboveinformation must, in every case, be taken asmerely indicative and subject to confirmationafter long-term practical application: forthis reason, anyone who intends to use theproduct must ensure beforehand that it issuitable for the envisaged application: inevery case, the user alone is fully responsiblefor any consequences deriving from the useof the product.

Please refer to the current version of theTechnical Data Sheet, available from ourwebsite www.mapei.com

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