Sikafloor 263 SL decor | MCT CHEMICALS | SIKA PAKISTAN

DESCRIPTION
Sikafloor®-263 SL Décor System is a self-leveling, epoxy-based screed that is 3 mm thick. It is composed of Sikafloor®-263 SL resin, a high-performance, solvent-free epoxy, mixed with carefully selected quartz sand and specially colored Sikafloor® Décor Granules, allowing for a wide range of decorative finishes.

USES
Sikafloor®-263 SL Décor should only be applied by skilled professionals. It is used for creating decorative, self-smoothing floors on concrete and cement screeds subject to moderate to heavy wear, such as in storage and assembly areas, laboratories, pharmaceutical industries, canteens, offices, shops, and more.

CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES

• Offers endless decorative possibilities with various finish combinations.
• Provides excellent chemical and mechanical resistance.
• Easy application process.
• Cost-effective solution.
• Solvent-free formulation.
• Features a tight, semi-gloss surface, with the option for a matte finish.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

• Chemical Base:
  • Components A & B: Epoxy
  • Component C: Quartz sand
  • Component D: Polymer
• Packaging:
  • Component A: 7.9 kg can
  • Component B: 2.1 kg can
  • Component C: 5 kg bag
  • Component D: 2 kg bag
  • Total pack size: 17 kg per set
• Shelf Life: 12 months from the production date, if stored properly in original, unopened, undamaged packaging.
• Storage Conditions: Store in a dry environment at temperatures between +18°C and +30°C.
• Appearance:
  • Component A: Pigmented liquid
  • Component B: Transparent liquid
  • Component C: White quartz sand
  • Component D: White/Black inert fillers
• Color Options: Available in 6 standard colors, including light grey 7035, grey 7032, beige 1001, blue 5012, green 6011, and more.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Shore D Hardness: ~75 after 7 days at +23°C (DIN 53 505)
• Abrasion Resistance: 22 mg (CS10 Wheel/1000 g/1000 cycles, ASTM D-4060)
• Compressive Strength: ~60 N/mm² (28 days at +23°C, EN 196-1)
• Tensile Strength in Flexure: ~30 N/mm² (28 days at +23°C, EN 196-1)
• Tensile Adhesion Strength: >1.5 N/mm² (failure in concrete, ISO 4624)
• Thermal Resistance:
  • Permanent dry heat: +50°C
  • Short-term exposure:
    • +80°C (up to 7 days)
    • +100°C (up to 12 hours)
  • Moist/wet heat: up to +80°C (occasional exposure, such as during steam cleaning)
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to many chemicals (please refer to the detailed chemical resistance table).

SYSTEM INFORMATION
For a self-smoothing 3.0 mm system, the following components are used:

• Primer: Sikafloor®-161 HC
• Wearing Course: Sikafloor®-263 SL Décor
• Matt Sealer (optional): Sikafloor®-304 W

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• Consumption:
  • Primer: 0.3 – 0.5 kg/m²
  • Self-smoothing wearing course (Film thickness ~3.0 mm): 4.8 kg/m²
  • Matt Sealer (optional): Refer to Sikafloor®-304 W product data sheet.
• Ambient Temperature: +18°C min / +30°C max
• Relative Humidity: 80% r.h. max
• Substrate Moisture Content: ≤ 4%
• Pot Life:
  • At +20°C: ~25 minutes
  • At +30°C: ~15 minutes
• Curing Times:
  • At +25°C:
    • Foot traffic: ~24 hours
    • Light traffic: ~3 days
    • Full cure: ~7 days
  • At +35°C:
    • Foot traffic: ~16 hours
    • Light traffic: ~2 days
    • Full cure: ~5 days

These times are approximate and can vary based on environmental conditions.