Technical Data Sheet

Edition 2, 2007
Identification no.
02 08 01 02 007 0 000004
Version no. 0010
Sikafloor -161 HC

Sikafloor -161 HC

Construction

2-part epoxy primer, levelling mortar, intermediate layer

and mortar screed

Product
Description
Uses

Sikafloor -161 HC is an economic, two part, solvent free, low viscosity epoxy resin.

Characteristics /
Advantages

For priming concrete substrates, cement screeds and epoxy mortars

For normal to strong absorbent substrates

Primer for the Sikafloor -263 SL HC and Sikafloor -264 HC economic flooring
systems
Binder for levelling mortars and mortar screeds

Intermediate layer underneath Sikafloor -263 SL HC and Sikafloor -264 HC

Low viscosity
Good penetration
Excellent bond strength
Solvent free
Easy application
Short waiting times
Multi-purpose

Product Data
Form
Appearance / Colours
Packaging

Storage
Storage Conditions/
Shelf-Life

Resin - part A
: brownish-transparent, liquid
Hardened - part B
: transparent, liquid
Resin - part A
: brownish-transparent, liquid
Hardener - part B
: transparent, liquid
Part A:
220 kg drums, 15.8 kg can
Part B:
177 kg, 59kg drums, 4.2 kg can
Part A+B:
1 Drum Part A (220 kg) + 1 drum Part B (59 kg) = 279 kg
3 Drums Part A (220 kg) + 1 Drum Part B (177 kg) = 837 kg
20 kg set (A+B)

24 months from date of production if stored properly in original, unopened and

undamaged sealed packaging, in dry conditions at temperatures between +18C
and +30C.

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Technical Data
Chemical Base
Density

Solid Content
Mechanical / Physical
Properties
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Bond Strength
Shore D Hardness
Resistance
Thermal Resistance

Epoxy
Part A:
~ 1.6 kg/l
Part B:
~ 1.0 kg/l
Mixed Resin: ~ 1.4 kg/l
All density values at +23C
~ 100% (by volume) / ~ 100% (by weight)

(DIN EN ISO 2811-1)

Resin: ~ 60 N/mm (28 days / +23C)

Resin: ~ 30 N/mm (28 days / +23C)
> 1.5 N/mm (failure in concrete)
76 (7 days / +23C)

(EN 196-1)
(EN 196-1)
(ISO 4624)
(DIN 53 505)

Exposure*
Dry heat
Permanent
+50C
Short-term max. 7 d
+80C
Short-term max. 12 h
+100C
Short-term moist/wet heat* up to +80C where exposu re is only occasional (steam
cleaning etc.).
*No simultaneous chemical and mechanical exposure and only in combination with

Sikafloor systems as a broadcast system with approx. 3 - 4 mm thickness

System
Information
System Structure

Primer:
Low / medium porosity concrete:
High porosity concrete:

1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
2 x Sikafloor-161 HC

Levelling mortar fine (surface roughness < 1 mm):

Primer:
1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
Levelling mortar: 1 x Sikafloor-161 HC + quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3 mm) + Extender T
Levelling mortar medium (surface roughness up to 2 mm):
Primer:
1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
Levelling mortar: 1 x Sikafloor-161 HC + quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3 mm) + Extender T
Intermediate layer (self-smoothing 1.5 to 3 mm):
Primer:
1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
Levelling mortar: 1 x Sikafloor-161 HC + quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3 mm)
Epoxy screed (15 - 20 mm layer thickness ) / repair mortar
Primer:
1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
Bonding bridge: 1 x Sikafloor-161 HC
Screed:
1 x Sikafloor-161 HC + suitable sand mixture
In practice the following sand mixtures proved to be suitable (grain size distribution
for layer thicknesses of 15 - 20 mm):
25 pbw quartz sand 0.1 - 0.5 mm
25 pbw quartz sand 0.4 - 0.7 mm
25 pbw quartz sand 0.7 - 1.2 mm
25 pbw quartz sand 2 - 4 mm
Note: The largest grain size should be a maximum 1/3 of the finished layer
thickness. Dependent on the grain shape and application temperatures, the
aggregates and the most suitable mix should be selected.
Application Details

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Consumption / Dosage
Coating System
Priming
Levelling mortar fine
(surface roughness < 1 mm)
Levelling mortar medium
(surface roughness up to
2 mm)
Intermediate layer (selfsmoothing 1.5 to 3 mm)

Bonding bridge
Epoxy screed (15 - 20 mm
layer thickness ) / Repair
Mortar

Product
Sikafloor-161 HC
1 pbw Sikafloor-161HC +
0.5 pbw quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3
mm) + 0.015 pbw Extender T
1 pbw Sikafloor-161 HC +
1 pbw quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3 mm)
+ 0.015 pbw Extender T
1 pbw Sikafloor-161 HC +
1 pbw quartz sand (0.1 - 0.3 mm)
+ optional broadcast quartz sand
0.4 0.7 mm
Sikafloor-161 HC
1 pbw Sikafloor-161 HC + 8 pbw
quartz sand

Consumption
0.35 - 0.55 kg/m
1.7 kg/m/mm

1.9 kg/m/mm

1.9 kg/m mixture (0.9

kg/m binder + 0.9
kg/m quartz sand) per
mm layer thickness
~ 4.0 kg/m
0.3 - 0.5 kg/m
2.2 kg/m/mm

Note: These figures are theoretical and do not allow for any additional material
required due to surface porosity, surface profile, variations in level or wastage etc.
Substrate Quality

Concrete substrates must be sound and of sufficient compressive strength

(minimum 25 N/mm2) with a minimum pull off strength of 1.5 N/mm2.
The substrate must be clean, dry and free of all contaminants such as dirt, oil,
grease, coatings and surface treatments, etc.

Substrate Preparation

If in doubt, apply a test area first.

Concrete substrates must be prepared mechanically using abrasive blast cleaning
or scarifying equipment to remove cement laitance and achieve an open textured
surface.
Weak concrete must be removed and surface defects such as blowholes and voids
must be fully exposed.
Repairs to the substrate, filling of blowholes/voids and surface levelling must be

carried out using appropriate products from the Sikafloor , SikaDur and SikaGard
range of materials.
The concrete or screed substrate has to be primed or levelled in order to achieve
an even surface.
High spots must be removed by e.g. 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.

Application
Conditions /
Limitations
Substrate Temperature
Ambient Temperature
Substrate Moisture
Content
Relative Air Humidity
Dew Point

+10C min. / +30C max.

+10C min. / +30C max.
< 4% pbw moisture content.
Test method: Sika-Tramex meter, CM - measurement or Oven-dry-method.
No rising moisture according to ASTM (Polyethylene-sheet).
80% r.h. max.
Beware of condensation!
The substrate and uncured floor must be at least 3C above the dew point to
reduce the risk of condensation or blooming on the floor finish.

Application
Instructions
Mixing
Mixing Time

Part A : part B = 79 : 21 (by weight)

Prior to mixing, stir part A mechanically. When all of part B has been added to part
A, mix continuously for 3 minutes until a uniform mix has been achieved.
When parts A and B have been mixed, add the quartz sand and if required the
Extender T and mix for a further 2 minutes until a uniform mix has been achieved.
To ensure thorough mixing pour materials into another container and mix again to
achieve a consistent mix.
Over mixing must be avoided to minimise air entrainment.

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Mixing Tools

Sikafloor -161 must be thoroughly mixed using a low speed electric stirrer (300 400 rpm) or other suitable equipment.
For the preparation of mortars use a forced action mixer of rotating pan, paddle or
trough type. Free fall mixers should not be used.

Application Method /
Tools

Prior to application, confirm substrate moisture content, r.h. and dew point.
If > 4% pbw moisture content, Sikafloor EpoCem may be applied as a T.M.B.
(temporary moisture barrier) system.
Primer:
Make sure that a continuous, pore free coat covers the substrate. If necessary,
apply two priming coats. Apply Sikafloor-161 HC by brush, roller or squeegee.
Levelling mortar
Rough surfaces need to be levelled first. Apply the levelling mortar by
squeegee/trowel to the required thickness.
Intermediate layer
Sikafloor-161 HC is poured, spread evenly by means of a serrated trowel. Roll
immediately in two directions with spiked roller to ensure even thickness and if
required broadcast with quartz sand, after about 15 minutes (at +20C) but before
30 minutes (at+20C), at first lightly and then to excess.
Bonding bridge:
Apply Sikafloor-161HC by brush, roller or squeegee.
Epoxy screed / repair mortar:
Apply the mortar screed evenly on the still tacky bonding bridge, using levelling
battens and screed rails as necessary. After a short waiting time compact and
smoothen the mortar with a trowel or Teflon coated power float (usually 20 - 90
rpm).

Cleaning of Tools

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

Potlife
Temperature
+ 10oC
o
+ 20 C
o
+ 30 C
Waiting Time /
Overcoating

Time
~ 50 minutes
~ 25 minutes
~ 15 minutes

Before applying solvent free products on Sikafloor-161 HC allow:

Substrate temperature
+ 10C
+ 20C
+ 30C

Minimum
24 hours
12 hours
8 hours

Maximum
4 days
2 days
24 hours

Before applying solvent containing products on Sikafloor-161 HC allow:

Substrate temperature
Minimum
Maximum
+10C
36 hours
6 days
+20C
24 hours
4 days
+30C
16 hours
2 days
Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions
particularly temperature and relative humidity.

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Notes on Application /
Limitations

Do not apply Sikafloor -161 HC on substrates with rising moisture.

Freshly applied Sikafloor -161 HC should be protected from damp, condensation

and water for at least 24 hours.
Avoid puddles on the surface with the primer.

Sikafloor -161 HC mortar screed is not suitable for frequent or permanent contact
with water unless sealed.
Practical trials should be carried out for mortar mixes to assess suitable aggregate
grain size distribution.
For external applications, apply on a falling temperature. If applied during rising
temperatures pin holing may occur from rising air.
Tools:
Recommended supplier of tools:
PPW-Polyplan-Werkzeuge GmbH, Phone: +49 40/5597260, www.polyplan.com
Construction joints require pre-treatment. Treat as follows:

- Static Cracks: prefill and level with SikaDur or Sikafloor epoxy resin
- Dynamic cracks: to be assessed and if necessary apply a stripe coat of
elastomeric material or design as a movement joint
The incorrect assessment and treatment of cracks may lead to a reduced service
life and reflective cracking.
Under certain conditions, underfloor heating or high ambient temperatures
combined with high point loading, may lead to imprints in the resin.
If heating is required do not use gas, oil, paraffin or other fossil fuel heaters, these
produce large quantities of both CO2 and H2O water vapour, which may adversely
affect the finish. For heating use only electric powered warm air blower systems.
Curing Details
Applied Product ready
for use

Temperature
Foot traffic
Light traffic
Full cure
+10C
~ 24 hours
~ 6 days
~ 10 days
+20C
~ 12 hours
~ 4 days
~ 7 days
+30C
~ 8 hours
~ 2 days
~ 5 days
Note: Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions.

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

Information

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 physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related data.

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 Sikas current knowledge and experience of the product when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordances with Sikas
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 products
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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CE Labelling

The harmonized European Standard EN 13 813 Screed material and floor screeds
- Screed materials - Properties and requirements specifies requirements for screed
materials for use in floor construction internally.
Structural screeds or coatings, i.e. those that contribute to the load bearing
capacity of the structure, are excluded from this standard.

Construction

The resin floor systems as well as screeds fall under this specification. They have to
be CE-labelled as per Annex ZA. 3, Table ZA.1.5 and 3.3 and fulfil the
requirements of the given mandate of the Construction Products Directive (89/106):

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