Technical Data Sheet - T-2000 Tile Setting Adhesive

Product Name

Touchstone™ T-2000

Manufacturer

Bonstone Materials Corporation

Product Description

A two component, water cleanable, 100% solid epoxy adhesive compound developed for setting of ceramic tile on horizontal or vertical surfaces.

Basic Uses

• Setting green marble or granite tiles (vertical or horizontal)
• Bonding stone to metal or aluminum
• Setting with uneven surfaces (interior or exterior)
• Adhesive for tile setting countertops

Limitations
Porous substrates must be tested for moisture-vapor tranmission. Use on any surface exhibiting hydrostatic pressure. Minimum age of concrete must be 21 days.

Color
Gray

Applicable Standards
Meets ANSI A-118.3

Technical Data

Cured Properties

Mixed Properties

Installation

General Instructions
Spread the mixed adhesive on the surface to be tiled with a notched trowel large enough to give 100% coverage when tile is pressed into adhesive.

Surface Preparation and Use
Setting surfaces must be clean, sound and dry. Remove dust, laitance, grease, curing components, impregnators, waxes, foreign particles and disintegrated materials.

Mixing Instructions
Pre-mix each component. Mix "A" and "B" components thoroughly for 5 minutes, scraping the sides and bottom of the can to ensure thorough mixing. Incomplete mixing can result in uncured product. This could strain porous material like stone. Mixing may be accomplished by hand or by low speed (150 rpm) drill and paddle taking care not to generate excessive heat in the mix which will shorten open time. Mix only that quantity that can be used in that open time. When mixing less than full units; proportion ratio by weight of "A" and "B" component.

Temperature Dependency
At recommended temperatures 70° to 80°F, Touchstone T-2000 is a smooth, buttery paste that is easy to work; the normal working life is 2 hours. At temperatures from 80° to 90°F the working life is reduces and may be set sooner. At temperatures from 60° to 70°F it becomes harder to spread and curing time is lengthened. Touchstone T-2000 should be removed from mixing container immediately after mixing and spread onto working surface. Once the material begins to set, it should be discarded as proper bonding will not be accomplished.

Application

Spread the mixed adhesive on the surface to be tiled with a notched trowel large enough to give 100% coverage when tile is pressed into adhesive. A 1/16-in. x 1/16in. (1.5 mm x 1.5mm) square  notched trowel is adequate for dot mounting or pregrouted ceramic mosaics on a smooth floor surface (Coverage is approximately 102 sq. ft per gallon).  A 1/8-in. x 1/8-in. notched trowel should be used for back mounting ceramics, shallow ribbed backed tile on rough floor surfaces and smooth surface wall installations (Coverage approximately 51 sq. ft per gallon).  A 1/4-in. x 1/4-in. notched trowel is required for rough wall surfaces or floor installations using heavy ribbed back quarry tile or pavers (Coverage is approximately 25 1/2 sq.ft  per gallon) . At temperatures of 70F and higher, allow at least 16 hours to elapse before grouting. Temperatures less than 70F allow at least 24 hours before grouting.

Coverage
Approximately 102 sq. ft. per gallon

Availability

Packaging and Storage
Gallon units

Warranty

This product is made in lieu of all warranties, express or implied. Seller's and manufacturer's only obligation shall be to replace such quantity of the product proved to be defective. Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable for any injury, loss, or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of the inability to use the product. Before using, the user shall determine the suitability of the product for the intended use, and user assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. The foregoing may not be altered except by any agreement signed by officers of seller and manufacturer.

Maintenance

In case of spills or leaks, wear suitable protective equipment, contain spill, collect with absorbent material, and transfer to suitable container. Ventilate area. Avoid contact. Dispose of in accordance with current, applicable local, state, or federal regulations.

Technical Service

Specification Service

• Minimum surface temperature is 50°F
• Do not thin… solvents will prevent proper cure
• Allow 16 hour cure prior to grouting
• Minimum age of concrete must be 21 days depending upon curing and drying conditions
• Porous substrates must be tested for moisture-vapor transmission prior to application
• Not to be used on any surface exhibiting hydrostatic pressure
• Material is a vapor barrier after cure

This information is furnished without warranty, representation, inducement, or license of any kind, except that is is accurate to the best of Bonstone Material Corporation's (BMC) knowledge or obtained from sources believed by BMC to be accurate, and BMC does not assume any legal responsibility for use of reliance upon same. User must determine if the product, process, or information described is suitable to the intended application. Before using any chemical, read its label and Material Safety Data Sheet.

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