Product Data Sheet

Edition 12/2014
Version no: 01.10

Sikafloor®-21N PurCem®
Medium to heavy duty self-smoothing polyurethane screed
Product Sikafloor®-21N PurCem® is a three part, water dispersed medium to high strength
coloured polyurethane modified, cement and aggregate screed with self-smoothing
Description properties.
It has an aesthetic, easy to clean, smooth textured aggregate surface providing
medium slip resistance and is typically installed at 4.5 to 6 mm thick.
Uses In areas of medium to heavy loading, abrasion and high chemical exposure, to
provide a smooth, flat and decorative wearing surface, such as in:
Construction

 Food processing plants, in wet or dry process areas, freezers and coolers,
thermal shock areas
 Chemical plants
 Laboratories
 Workshops
Characteristics /  Excellent chemical resistance. Resists a wide range of organic and inorganic
Advantages acids, alkalis, amines, salts and solvents. Please refer to the Chemical
Resistance Chart or consult your local Technical Dept.
 Similar coefficient of thermal expansion to concrete, allowing movement with the
substrate through normal thermal cycling. It will perform and retain its physical
characteristics through a wide temperature range from -40ºC (-40ºF) up to
+120ºC (239ºF)
 Bond strength in excess of the tensile strength of concrete.
Concrete will fail first
 Non taint, odourless
 VOC free
 High mechanical resistance. Behaves plastically subject to impact. Will deform
but will not crack or debond.
 High abrasion resistance resulting from its silica aggregate structure
 It is possible to apply on to 7 to 10 day old concrete after adequate preparation
and with a tensile bond strength in excess of 1.5 MPa (218 psi)
 Jointless. Extra expansion joints are not necessary; simply maintain and extend
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existing expansion joints up through the Sikafloor -PurCem flooring system
 Easily maintained
Approval / Standards Conforms to the requirements of EN 13813: 2002 as CT - C50 - F10 - AR0.5
Concerning contact with foodstuffs, it conforms to the requirements of:
- EN1186, EN 13130, and prCEN/TS 14234 standards, and the Decree on
Consumer Goods, representing the conversion of directives 89/109/EEC,
90/128/EEC and 2002/72/EC for contact with food stuffs, according to test report
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by ISEGA, Registered Nº 24549 U 07, dated May 18 , 2007.
- USDA. Acceptance for use in food plants in the US
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency acceptance for use in food plants in Canada.
- British Standards Specifications (BSS) acceptance for use in the UK.
Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association, Ref. S/REP/98152/5,
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dated March 30 , 2007
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Test reports from Warrington Fire Research Centre for Sikafloor -21N PurCem :
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WFRC No. 163875, dated 7 of July, 2008 (BS EN ISO 11925-2:2002) and

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WFRC No. 163878, dated 7 of July, 2008 (BS EN ISO 9239-1:2002) for Fire rating
Fire classification report according to EN 13501-1 from Warrington Fire Research
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Centre for Sikafloor -21N PurCem : WFRC No.174952, dated 11 of July, 2008
Capillary absorption and permeability to water report from Taylor Woodrow
Construction, Ref. 11070, dated Nov. 28th, 2008
All other values indicated are internal test results.

Product Data
Appearance / Colours Part A: coloured liquid
Part B: brown liquid
Part C: natural grey powder
Available colours (all are approximate: Beige (~ RAL 1001), Maize yellow (~ RAL
1006), Oxide red (~ RAL 3009), Sky blue (~ RAL 5015), Grass green (~ RAL 6010),
Dusty grey (~ RAL 7037), Agate grey (~ RAL 7038), Telegrey2 (~ RAL 7046).
Packaging Part A+B+C: 20.0 kg ready to mix units
Part A: 3.22 kg plastic drum
Part B: 2.78 kg plastic jerrycan
Part C: 14.00 kg plastic lined, double paper bags
Consumption Screed
Sikafloor-21 PurCem 4 mm thickness 7.3-8.0 kg/m2
5 mm thickness 9.2-10.0 kg/m2
6 mm thickness 11.0-12.0 kg/m2
These figures are theoretical and do not provide for any additional material
required due to surface porosity, surface profile, variations in level or wastage…etc.
Storage Conditions / If stored properly in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging, in dry
Shelf-Life conditions at temperatures between +10°C and +25°C.
Parts A and B: 12 months from date of production. Must be protected from frost.
Part C: 6 months from date of production. Must be protected from humidity.
Technical Data
Chemical Base Part A: Water borne polyol
Part B: isocyanate
Part C: Aggregates, cement and active fillers
Density Part A: ~ 1.07 kg/l (at +20°C) (EN ISO 2811-1)
Part B: ~ 1.24 kg/l (at +20°C) & (ASTM C 905)
Part C: ~ 1.48 kg/l (at +20°C)
Part A+B+C mixed: ~ 1.93 kg/l ± 0.03 (at +20°C)
2 0.5
Capillary Absorption Permeability to water: 0.016 kg /m h (EN 1062-3)
Class Low
Layer Thickness 4.5 mm min. / 6 mm max.
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Thermal Expansion α ≈ 1.5 x 10 per °C (ASTM E 381, ASTM D-696, ISO 11359)
Coefficient (temperature range: -20°C to +60°C)
Water Absorption 0.18% (ASTM C 413)
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Permeability To Water Vapour: 0.115 g/h/m (ASTM E-96)
(4.8 mm)
Fire Rating Class B(fl) S1 (BS EN 13501-1)
Service Temperature The product is suitable for use when exposed to continuous temperatures, wet or dry,
of up to +120°C. The minimum service temperature is -40ºC.
Mechanical / Physical
Properties
Compressive Strength > 44 MPa after 28 days at +23°C / 50% r.h. (ASTM C 579)
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> 50 N/mm after 28 days at +23°C / 50% r.h. (BS EN 13892-2)
Flexural Strength > 14.7 MPa after 28 days at +23°C / 50% r.h. (ASTM C 580)
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>10 N/mm after 28 days at +23°C / 50% r.h. (BS EN 13892-2)
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Tensile Strength > 6.5 N/mm after 28 days at +23°C / 50% r.h. (ASTM C 307)

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Bond Strength > 1.75 N/mm (failure in concrete) (EN 1542)
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(1.5 N/mm is the minimum pull off strength of the recommended concrete substrate)

Shore D Hardness 80 - 85 (ASTM D 2240)

Flexural Modulus 3500 MPa (ASTM C 580)
Coefficient of Friction Steel: 0.3 (ASTM D 1894-61T)
Rubber: 0.5
Slip Resistance Slip Resistance Values (BS 8204 Part 2)
Substrate SRV Dry SRV Wet
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem 70 60

TRRL Pendulum, Rapra 4S Slider

Abrasion Resistance Class “Special” Severe abrasion resistance (BS 8204 Part 2)
AR 0.5 (EN 13892-4)
(Less than 0.05 mm wear depth)
2360 mg (ASTM D 4060-01)
Taber Abrader H-22 wheel / 1000 gr / 1000 cycles
Indentation  0% (MIL - PFR 24613)
Impact Resistance Class A (BS 8204 Part 1)
(Less than 1 mm indentation depth)
2 pounds / 30 inches (3 mm thick) (ASTM D 2794)
Chemical Resistance Resistant to many chemicals. Please ask for a detailed chemical resistance chart.
Thermal Resistance The product is not designed to withstand thermal shock. Hot steam cleaning is not
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recommended. Use Sikafloor -19N PurCem or Sikafloor -20N PurCem .
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem can be subject to thermal shock up to 70ºC at 6 mm.
Resistance to Thermal Pass (ASTM C 884)
Shock
Softening Point 130ºC (266ºF)

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System Information

System Structure Use the products mentioned below as indicated in their respective Product Data
Sheets.
Substrate Priming Systems
Substrate priming is normally not required under typical circumstances.
(See Substrate Quality). When necessary use the systems indicated below.
System 1: moisture control on green concrete:
- Primer:
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Scratch coat of Sikafloor -21N PurCem 1.5 mm thick, lightly broadcast with
quartz sand 0.4 – 0.7 mm.
System 2: Inadequate substrate and moisture content between 4% and 6%
- Primers:
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Sikafloor -155W N
fully blinded with quartz sand 0.4 – 0.7 mm for the subsequent application of
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Sikafloor -19N / 20N PurCem .
System 3: Inadequate substrate and moisture content below 4%
- Primers:
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Sikafloor -155W N or Sikafloor -156 or Sikafloor -161
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or Sikafloor -159 for faster curing
any of which must be fully blinded with quartz sand 0.4 - 0.7 mm for the
subsequent application of Sikafloor®-19N / -20N PurCem®.
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On porous excessively absorbent substrates use Sikafloor -155W N, in two coats,
the first thinned with 10% water and the second broadcast to refusal.
Heavy duty screed
- Layer thickness:
6 - 9 mm
- Screed:
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Sikafloor -19N PurCem or Sikafloor -20N PurCem
Medium to heavy duty screed:
- Layer thickness:
4.5 – 6 mm (including scratch coat)
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- Priming for Sikafloor -21N PurCem :
Epoxy primer Sikafloor -156 / 161 lightly broadcast with quartz sand 0.4 –
0.7 mm, or
Scratch coat:
A scratch coat 1.5 mm thick will seal the surface and fill irregularities and
improve appearance of the final layer.
- Standard screed:
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem or
- High slip resistance screed:
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Sikafloor -22N PurCem broadcast with quartz sand sealed with 1 - 2 coats of
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Sikafloor -31N PurCem depending on the desired texture.
(See build up Slip Resistance in Sikafloor®-22N PurCem® PDS)
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Sikafloor -22N PurCem does not normally require any priming.
Coving and detailing and vertical applications:
- Primer:
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Sikafloor -10N PurCem Primer or Sikafloor -156 / -161
Reprime if no longer tacky.
- Coving Mortar:
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Sikafloor -29N PurCem
- Seal coat:
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1 x Sikafloor -31N PurCem
Seal Coat:
- Base coat:
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Sikafloor -20N or Sikafloor -21N or Sikafloor -22 N or Sikafloor -29N PurCem
- Seal Coat:
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1 x Sikafloor -31N PurCem
Note: These system configurations must be fully complied with as described and may
not be changed.

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Application Details
Consumption / Dosage Primer
Sikafloor®-155W N, Sikafloor® -156 or Sikafloor® -161 ~ 0.3 – 0.5 kg/m2
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and lightly broadcast with quartz sand 0.4 – 0.7 mm, between 1 – 1.5 kg/m or
Scratch coat:
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem (partA+B+C) ~ 2.9 kg/m for a 1.5 mm layer.
Self-smoothing screed 3 - 6 mm:
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem (partA+B+C) ~ 1.9 kg/m / mm layer thickness.
This figure is theoretical and does not allow for any additional material due to surface
porosity, surface profile, variations in level or wastage etc.
Substrate Quality The concrete substrate must be sound and of sufficient compressive strength
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(minimum 25 N/mm ) with a minimum pull off strength of 1.5 N/mm .
The substrate must be clean, dry, or saturated surface dry (SSD) and free of all
contaminants such as oil, grease, coatings and surface treatments, etc.
If in doubt, apply a test area first.
Substrate priming is normally not required under typical circumstances. However due
to variations in concrete quality, surface conditions, surface preparation and ambient
conditions, reference test areas are recommended to determine whether priming is
required to prevent the possibility of blisters, debonding pinholes and other aesthetic
variations.
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Sikafloor PurCem can be applied onto recent concrete over 7 to 10 days old or
onto old damp concrete (SSD) without having to prime first, as long as the substrate
fulfils the above requirements.
Substrate Preparation Concrete substrates must be prepared mechanically using abrasive blast cleaning or
scarifying equipment to remove cement laitance and achieve an open textured
surface to achieve CSP 3-6 according to the International Concrete Repair Institute.
Weak concrete must be removed and surface defects such as blow holes and voids
must be fully exposed.
Repairs to the substrate, filling of blowholes/voids and surface levelling must be
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carried out using appropriate products from the Sikafloor , SikaDur and Sikagard
range of materials.
High spots can be removed by grinding.
All dust, loose and friable material must be completely removed from all surfaces
before application of the product, preferably by brush and/or vacuum.
Edge terminations.
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All free edges and working day joints of Sikafloor -19N / -20N / -21N / -22N and
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-29N PurCem , whether at the perimeter, along gutters or at drains require extra
anchorage to distribute mechanical and thermal stresses. This is best achieved by
forming or cutting grooves in the concrete. Grooves must have a depth and width of
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twice the thickness of the Sikafloor -PurCem . Refer to the edge details provided in
the Method Statement. If necessary, protect all free edges with mechanically
attached metal strips. Never featheredge, always turn into an anchor groove.
Expansion joints.
Expansion joints must be provided in the substrates at the intersection of dissimilar
materials. Isolate areas subject to thermal stresses, vibration movements or around
load-bearing columns and at vessels sealing rings. Refer to the edge details provided
in the Method Statement.

Application
Conditions /
Limitations
Substrate Temperature +10°C min. / +30°C max.
Ambient Temperature +10°C min. / +30°C max.

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Substrate Humidity The substrate can be dry or damp with no free standing water (saturated surface
dry or SSD).
If any moisture is detectable according to ASTM D 4263 (Polyethylene sheet test)
for the thin screeds (-21N, -22N) and the coating (-31N), additional tests must be
done to quantify actual relative moisture content amount or vapour drive.
Refer to System Structure and options for substrate priming.
Relative Air Humidity 85% max.
Dew Point Beware of condensation!
The substrate and uncured floor must be at least 3°C above dew point to reduce the
risk of condensation or blooming on the floor finish.
Application Instructions
Mixing Part A : B : C = 1 : 0.86 : 4.35 (packaging size = 3.22 : 2.78 : 14) by weight
Mixing Time Material and ambient temperature will affect the mixing process.
If necessary, condition the materials for best use to 15ºC - 21ºC.
Premix part A and B separately, make sure all pigment is uniformly distributed with a
low speed electric stirrer.
Start mixer and add parts A and then B and blend for 30 seconds.
Gradually add part C (aggregate) to the mixed resin parts over a period of 15
seconds. DON’T DUMP!
Allow part C to blend for further 2 minutes minimum, to ensure complete mixing and a
uniform moist mix is obtained. During the operations, scrape down the sides and
bottom of the container with a flat or straight edge trowel at least once (parts A+B+C)
to ensure complete mixing. Mix full units only.
Mixing Tools Use a low speed electric stirrer (300 - 400 rpm) for mixing parts A and B.
For preparation of the mortar mix use a pan type revolving mixer.
Application Method / Prior to application, confirm substrate moisture content, r.h. and dew point.
Tools Priming of concrete substrates is usually not required under typical circumstances.
(See Substrate Quality), but given the thinness and fluidity of Sikafloor -21N PurCem
it is highly recommended.
Priming options
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-Sikafloor -155W N, Sikafloor -156 or Sikafloor -161 lightly broadcast with
quartz sand 0.4 – 0.7 mm, or
- Scratch coat.
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Mix and apply a scratch coat of Sikafloor -21N PurCem using steel trowels to
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spread the materials to approximately 1.5 mm thickness, (approximately 2.9 kg/m ).
This application will seal the concrete surface, fill the surface irregularities including
pock marks, non-moving control joints and cracks. Allow overnight cure (16 24 hours
at +20ºC) before application of the body coat.
Body coat.
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Pour the mixed Sikafloor -21N PurCem onto the substrate and work with a toothed
trowel or pin screed to the desired thickness, achieving a flat surface. A straight edge
trowel can also be used to smooth out the marks of the tooth trowel or instead of it.
Take care to spread newly placed materials across the transition of previously
applied mixes before the surface begins to set. Remove air with a spike roller
immediately (less than two minutes after placing). Roller spikes must be at least three
times longer than the product thickness applied.
Allow a minimum 14 hour cure period at 20ºC before light traffic.
Flow check (ASTM C 230-90 / EN 1015-3)
Top internal diam: 70 mm
Bottom internal diam.: 100 mm
Height: 60 mm
Flow = 310 mm ± 10 mm
Cleaning of Tools Clean all tools and application equipment with Thinner C immediately after use.
Hardened / cured material can only be mechanically removed.

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Potlife
Temperature Time

+10°C ~ 40 - 45 minutes

+20°C ~ 20 - 25minutes

+30°C ~ 10 - 15 minutes

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Waiting Time / If you have primed, before applying Sikafloor -21N PurCem on Sikafloor -155W N
Overcoating or -156 or -157 (broadcast with quartz sand) allow:
Waiting time

Substrate temperature Minimum Maximum

+10°C 24 hours 12 days

+20°C 12 hours 7 days

+30°C 6 hours 4 days

Always make sure primer is fully cured before application.

For application of the body coat of Sikafloor ®-21N PurCem® over the scratch coat
allow:
Waiting time

Substrate temperature Minimum Maximum

+10°C 16 24 hours 72 hours

+20°C 8 24 hours 48 hours

+30°C 4 12 hours 24 hours

Note: Times are approximate and will be affected be changing ambient and substrate
conditions, particularly temperature and relative humidity.
Notes on Application / Construction joints require pre-treatment with a stripe coat to verify and seal loss of
Limitations material through the joint.
It is advisable to perform a groove along the perimeter of the application area
particularly if there are columns or gullies in the floor surface, as indicated in the
application details of the Method Statement for Application, to prevent curling during
curing. Large areas do not require perimeter groove. Width and depth must be twice
the thickness of the floor finish.
Do not featheredge,
Do not apply to PCC (polymer modified cement mortars) that may expand due to
moisture when sealed with an impervious resin.
Do not apply to water soaked, glistening wet concrete substrates.
Do not apply to porous surfaces where significant moisture vapour transmission (out-
gassing) will occur during application.
Sika® Thinner C is flammable. NO NAKED FLAMES.
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Always ensure good ventilation when using Sikafloor -21N PurCem in a confined
space, to prevent excessive ambient humidity.
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Sikafloor -21N PurCem shares the resin (part A) and hardener (part B) with
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Sikafloor -20N PurCem . Make sure the correct pack sizes of aggregate are used.
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After application, Sikafloor -21N PurCem must be protected from damp,
condensation and direct water contact (rain) for 24 hours.
Hot steam cleaning may lead to delamination due to thermal shock.
For consistent results it is advised to always use the scratch coat prior to placing
Sikafloor®-21N PurCem® on any substrate.
Do not apply below +9ºC or above +31ºC or a maximum relative humidity above
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 Do not apply to un-reinforced sand cement screeds, asphaltic or bituminous
substrate, glazed tile or non-porous brick, tile and magnesite, copper, aluminium, soft
wood or urethane composition, elastomeric membrane and fibre reinforced polyester
(FRP) composites.
Do not apply to wet or green concrete or polymer modified patches if the moisture
content is above 10%.
Do not apply to concrete if the air or substrate temperature is within +3ºC of the dew
point.
Protect the substrate during application from condensation from pipes or any
overhead leaks.
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Do not mix Sikafloor -PurCem products by hand. Use only mechanical means.
Do not apply to cracked or unsound substrates.
Colour uniformity can not be completely guaranteed from batch to batch (numbered).
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Take care when using Sikafloor -PurCem products to draw from inventory in batch
number sequence. Do not mix batch numbers in a single floor area.
Always allow a minimum of 48 hours after product application prior to placing into
service in proximity with food stuffs.
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Products of the Sikafloor -PurCem product range are subject to yellowing when
exposed to UV radiation. There are no measurable losses of other properties when
this occurs and it is a purely aesthetical matter. Products can be used outside
provided the change in appearance is acceptable by the customer.
Curing Details
Applied Product ready
for use
Substrate temperature Foot traffic Light traffic Full cure

+10°C ~ 20 hours ~ 34 hours ~ 7 days

+20°C ~ 12 hours ~ 16 hours ~ 4 days

+30°C ~ 8 hours ~ 14 hours ~ 3 - 4 days

Note: Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient and substrate
conditions.
Cleaning / Maintenance
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Methods To maintain the appearance of the floor after application, Sikafloor -21N PurCem
must have all spillages removed immediately and must be regularly cleaned using
rotary brushes, mechanical scrubbers, scrubber dryers, high pressure washers, wash
and vacuum techniques, etc., using suitable detergents and waxes.

Value Base All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.

Local Restrictions Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of this
product may vary from country to country. Please consult the local Product Data
Sheet for the exact description of the application fields.

Health and Safety For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical
products, users should refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet containing
Information physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related data.

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 Legal Notes The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use
of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sika's current knowledge and experience of
the products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance
with Sika’s recommendations. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site
conditions are such that no warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular
purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
from this information, or from any written recommendations, or from any other advice offered.
The user of the product must test the product’s suitability for the intended application and
purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its products. The proprietary rights
of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale
and delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet
for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.
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