Product Data Sheet

Edition 02.09.2016
Sikafloor® 217

Sikafloor® 217
Versatile UV Resistant Epoxy Resin used as a Primer, High Build Coating
and for Decorative Quartz and Flake Applications
Description Sikafloor 217 is a low odor, 100% solids, epoxy resin coating system primarily designed for high build
coatings, decorative quartz and decorative flake applications. Sikafloor 217 may be used as a primer
and may be applied clear or pigmented using Sikafloor Epoxy Color Additives.

Where to Use Sikafloor 217 is ideal as a broadcast clear, low odor top coat or intermediate coat over decorative
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quartz or vinyl flake floor broadcast systems. Sikafloor 217 can also be field pigmented. Sikafloor 217
clear and/or pigmented can also be top coated with an aliphatic urethane when increased chemical
and abrasion resistance are required. When used as a primer, Sikafloor 217 can be considered
where ≤ 4% moisture content by mass (pbw – part by weight) is measured on concrete substrate with
Tramex® CME/CMExpert type concrete moisture meter.
Typical applications would include:
■ Auto dealerships
■ Institutions
■ Grocery, department and retail stores
■ Pharmaceutical laboratories, production rooms and offices.
■ Museum and galleries.
■ Animal shelter and veterinary clinics.
■ Laboratories, Bathroom/Shower areas

Advantages ■ Excellent UV resistance

■ Good chemical and mechanical resistance
■ 100% solids as supplied
■ Attractive, high gloss, reflective coating
■ Tough, smooth, non-porous surface is easy to clean
■ Durable, impermeable and seamless
■ Easily applied with brush, roller or squeegee
■ Good Abrasion Resistance
■ Optional integral cove base and curbs can be installed without seams and joints
■ Excellent Impact Resistance
■ Unlimited design capabilities available in various textures, patterns and colors

TYPICAL DATA
RESULTS MAY DIFFER BASED UPON STATISTICAL VARIATIONS DEPENDING UPON MIXING METHODS AND
EQUIPMENT, TEMPERATURE, APPLICATION METHODS, TEST METHODS, ACTUAL SITE CONDITIONS AND CURING
CONDITIONS.

Packaging Component A: 3.00 US gal. (11.3 L)

Component B: 1.50 US gal. (5.68 L)

Component A: 5.00 US gal. (18.9 L)* Component A: 50 US gal. (189 L)*

Component B: 5.00 US gal. (18.9 L) Component B: 50 US gal. (189 L)
Components A+B: 15 US gal. (56.7 L) Components A+B: 150 US gal. (567 L)
* (2 units needed)

Color Clear or field pigmented with Sikafloor Epoxy Color Additive

Coverage Smooth Finish Coating:

Prime coat:
160 - 200 ft2 / US gal (3.9 – 4.9 m2 / L) at 8 - 10 mils (0.20 – 0.25 mm) wet film thickness (w.f.t.)
Wear coat:
100 - 133 ft2 / US gal (2.6 - 3.3 m2 / L) at 12 - 16 mils (0.30 – 0.40 mm) wet film thickness (w.f.t.)

PRIOR TO EACH USE OF ANY SIKA PRODUCT, THE USER MUST ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PRODUCT’S MOST CURRENT PRODUCT DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
WHICH ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT HTTP://USA.SIKA.COM/ OR BY CALLING SIKA’S TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
AT 800.933.7452 NOTHING CONTAINED IN ANY SIKA MATERIALS RELIEVES THE USER OF THE OBLIGATION TO READ AND
FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR EACH SIKA PRODUCT AS SET FORTH IN THE CURRENT PRODUCT
DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET PRIOR TO PRODUCT USE.
 Pot Life Material Temperature Time
+50°F (10°C) ~ 50 minutes
+68°F (20°C) ~ 25 minutes
+86°F (30°C) ~ 15 minutes
Waiting /
Recoat Times Before applying second coat of Sikafloor 217 allow:
Ambient & Substrate Temperature Minimum Maximum
+50°F (10°C) 24 hours 36 hours
+68°F (20°C) 8 hours 24 hours
+86°F (30°C) 6 hours 24 hours
Before applying Sikafloor Epoxy or Polyurethane on Sikafloor 217 allow:
Ambient & Substrate Temperature Minimum Maximum
+50°F (10°C) 24 hours 3 days
+68°F (20°C) 8 hours 2 days
+86°F (30°C) 6 hours 1 day
Cure Times Ambient & Substrate Temperature Foot traffic Light traffic Full cure
+50°F (10°C) ~ 24 hours ~ 3 days ~ 10 days
+68°F (20°C) ~ 8 hours ~ 2 days ~ 7 days
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+86°F (30°C) ~ 6 hours ~ 36 hours ~ 4 days

Properties Tested at 73°F (23°C) and 50 % R.H:

Solid Content ~ 100% (by volume) / ~ 100% (by weight)
Compressive Strength ASTM C-579 Resin (filled 1:0,9 with Sikadur 504)
7,250 psi (50 N/mm²) (28 days)
Viscosity (mixed) Components A + B: 292 (SP1/100)
VOC Content ASTM D-2369 ≤ 56 g/L (A+B Combined)
Thermal Compatibility ASTM C-884 Pass
Tensile Strength ASTM D-638 5,728 psi
Elongation ASTM D-638 11 %
Bond Strength ASTM D-4541 >362.5 psi (2.5 Mpa)
(Concrete failure)
Shore D ASTM D-2240 78 - 82
Flexural Strength ASTM D-790 9,384 psi
Abrasion resistance (CS-17/1000 cycles/1000g) ASTM D-4060 76 mg
Water absorption (2 hours boiling) ASTM C-413 0.13 %
Electrical resistance ASTM D-150 2.76 * 10E11 ohms
Water vapor transmission ASTM E-96 0.41 g/hour/sq-meter
Gloss @ 60 degrees ASTM D-523 90
Coefficient of Friction ASTM D-1894
Dynamic Rubber 0.19
Static Rubber 0.19

How to Use
Surface Surface must be clean, sound and dry. Remove dust, laitance, grease, curing compounds,
Preparation bond inhibiting impregnations, waxes and any other contaminants. All projections, rough spots,
etc. should be dressed off to achieve a level surface prior to the application. Concrete - Should be
cleaned and prepared to achieve a laitance-free and contaminant-free, open textured surface by
shot blasting or equivalent mechanical means (CSP-3 to CSP-4 as per ICRI guidelines). Sweep and
vacuum any remaining dirt and dust with a wet/dry vacuum. Removing residual dust will help ensure a
tenacious bond between the primer/coating and the substrate. Whenever “shot-blasting” is utilized, be
careful to leave concrete with a uniform texture. “Over-blasting” will result in reduced coverage rates
of the primer and/or subsequent topcoats. The “shotblast” pattern may show through the last coat,
known as “tracking”. The compressive strength of the concrete substrate should be at least 3,500 psi
(24 MPa) at 28 days and at least 215 psi (1.5 MPa) in tension at the time of application. For other
substrates, please contact Sikafloor Technical Services.

Mixing Mixing Ratio - 2 : 1 by volume.

For bulk packaging, when not mixing full units, each component must be pre-mixed separately to
ensure product uniformity.
Clear Resin:
Premix each component separately. Empty Component B (Hardener) in the correct mix ratio into
Component A (Resin). Mix the combined components for at least 3 minutes and until uniform using a
low speed drill (300 - 450 rpm) and Exomixer or Jiffy type paddle suited to the volume of the mixing
container to minimize entrapped air. Be careful not to introduce any air bubbles while mixing. Make
sure the contents are completely mixed to avoid any weak or partially cured spots in the coating.
During the mixing operation, scrape down the sides and bottom of the container with a flat or straight
edge trowel at least once to ensure complete mixing.

PRIOR TO EACH USE OF ANY SIKA PRODUCT, THE USER MUST ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PRODUCT’S MOST CURRENT PRODUCT DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
WHICH ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT HTTP://USA.SIKA.COM/ OR BY CALLING SIKA’S TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
AT 800.933.7452 NOTHING CONTAINED IN ANY SIKA MATERIALS RELIEVES THE USER OF THE OBLIGATION TO READ AND
FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR EACH SIKA PRODUCT AS SET FORTH IN THE CURRENT PRODUCT
DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET PRIOR TO PRODUCT USE.
 Field Pigmented:
Premix each component separately. If color is desired, the appropriate Sikafloor Epoxy Color Additive
is added to Component A at a rate of 1 quart (1L) per 5 mixed gallons (18.9 L) [(i.e. Components
A+B)] for all colors except bright colors like White, Safety Yellow or Tile Red which require 2 quarts
(2 L) per 5 mixed gallons (18.9 L) [(i.e. Components A+B)]. Mix Component A and Sikafloor Color
Additive for 2 minutes and until a uniform color is achieved with a low speed drill (300 - 450 rpm) and
Exomixer or Jiffy type paddle suited to the volume. Empty Component B (Hardener) in the correct
mix ratio to Component A (Resin) and mix for additional 2 minutes. Be careful not to introduce any
air bubbles while mixing. Make sure the contents are completely mixed to avoid any weak or partially
cured spots in the coating. During the mixing operation, scrape down the sides and bottom of the
container with a flat or straight edge trowel at least once to ensure complete mixing.
Do not mix more material than can be applied within the working time limits (i.e. Pot Life) at
the actual field temperature.

Application As Primer:
Apply Sikafloor 217 by squeegee at the rate of 160 - 200 ft2 / US gal (3.9 – 4.9 m2 / L) at 8 - 10 mils
(0.20 – 0.25 mm) wet film thickness (w.f.t.) and back roll with pressure after 15 minutes. Coverage
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will vary depending on the porosity of the prepared floor. Product has a limited Pot Life, see Typical
Data. Do not apply by dipping roller into mixing container. Pour a bead of product in the form of a
ribbon on the surface to be coated, then spread with squeegee and back roll. Ensure that the coating
is pore-free and pinhole-free and provides uniform and complete coverage over the entire concrete
substrate. If necessary, apply an additional coat to ensure the coating is pore-free and pinhole-free
and provides uniform and complete coverage over the entire concrete substrate.

As Sealer/Intermediate:
Sikafloor 217 is applied with a 12 to 40 mil (0.30 - 1 mm) notched squeegee over a smooth surface
and a flat squeegee over a rough decorative quartz or decorative flake surfaces. Back rolling is
typically done with an 18 inch (455 mm) wide 3/8 inch (10 mm) short nap, solvent-resistant roller
cover. Back roll the Sikafloor 217 only to level the squeegee applied material. Over-rolling and late
back rolling may cause bubbling and leave roller marks.

Limitations Notes on Limitations:

Prior to application, measure and confirm Substrate Moisture Content, Ambient Relative Humidity,
Ambient and Surface Temperature and Dew Point. During installation, confirm and record above
values at least once every 3 hours, or more frequently whenever conditions change (e.g. Ambient
Temperature rise/fall, Relative Humidity increase/decrease, etc.).
Substrate Moisture Content: Moisture content of concrete substrate must be ≤ 4% by mass (pbw
– part by weight) as measured with a Tramex® CME/CMExpert type concrete moisture meter on
mechanically prepared surface according to this product data sheet (preparation to CSP-3 to CSP-4
as per ICRI guidelines). Do not apply to concrete substrate with moisture levels > 4% mass (pbw –
part by weight) as measured with Tramex® CME/CMExpert type concrete moisture meter. If moisture
content of concrete substrate is > 4% by mass (pbw – part by weight) as measured with Tramex®
CME/CMExpert type concrete moisture meter, use Sikafloor 1610 or Sikafloor 22NA PurCem.
When relative humidity tests for concrete substrate are conducted per ASTM F2170 for project
specific requirements, values must be ≤ 85%. If values are > 85% according to ASTM F2170 use
Sikafloor 1610 or Sikafloor 22NA PurCem.
ASTM F2170 testing is not a substitute for measuring substrate moisture content.
Use aTramex® CME/CMExpert type concrete moisture meter as described above.
Material Temperature: Precondition material for at least 24 hours between 65° to 75°F (18° to 24°C)
Ambient Temperature: Minimum/Maximum 50˚/85˚F (10˚/30˚C)
Substrate Temperature: Minimum/Maximum 50˚/85˚F (10˚/30˚C). Substrate temperature must be at
least 5˚F (3˚C) above measured Dew Point.
Mixing and Application attempted at Material, Ambient and/or Substrate Temperature conditions less
than 65˚F (18˚C) will result in a decrease in product workability and slower cure rates.
Ambient Relative Humidity: Maximum ambient and humidity 85% (during application and curing)
Dew Point: Beware of condensation!
The substrate must be at least 5˚F (3˚C) above the Dew Point to reduce the risk of condensation,
which may lead to adhesion failure or “blushing” on the floor finish. Be aware that the substrate
temperature may be lower than the ambient temperature.
Mixing: Do not hand mix Sikafloor materials. Mechanically mix only.
Do not thin this product. Addition of thinners (e.g. water, solvent, etc.) will slow cure and reduce
ultimate properties of this product. Use of thinners will void any applicable Sika warranty.
Improper mixing procedure or incorrect mixing ratio may result in moisture sensitivity, whitening, slow
cure, soft spots, and other defects

PRIOR TO EACH USE OF ANY SIKA PRODUCT, THE USER MUST ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PRODUCT’S MOST CURRENT PRODUCT DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
WHICH ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT HTTP://USA.SIKA.COM/ OR BY CALLING SIKA’S TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
AT 800.933.7452 NOTHING CONTAINED IN ANY SIKA MATERIALS RELIEVES THE USER OF THE OBLIGATION TO READ AND
FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR EACH SIKA PRODUCT AS SET FORTH IN THE CURRENT PRODUCT
DATA SHEET, PRODUCT LABEL AND SAFETY DATA SHEET PRIOR TO PRODUCT USE.
 Application: If used as a primer. Apply the primer/coating to the prepared substrate using a
squeegee and back roll to provide uniform coverage. Ensure that the substrate is pore-free and
pinhole-free and provides uniform and complete coverage over the entire concrete substrate. If
necessary, apply an additional coat to ensure the substrate is pore-free and pinhole-free and provides
uniform and complete coverage over the entire substrate.
■ Do not apply while ambient and substrate temperatures are rising, as pinholes may occur.
Ensure there is no vapor drive at the time of application. Refer to ASTM D4263, may be
used for a visual indication of vapor drive.
■ Do not apply in excess of 40 mils in one coat.
■ Freshly applied material should be protected from dampness, condensation and water for at least 72 hrs.
■ Will discolor over time when exposed to sunlight (UV) and under certain artificial lighting
conditions. Use of clear UV resistant top coat may not prevent discoloration of underlying coatings
■ Do not apply Sikafloor to concrete substrate containing aggregates susceptible to ASR
(Alkali Silica Reaction) due to risk of natural alkali redistribution below the Sikafloor product
after application. If concrete substrate has or is suspected to have ASR (Alkali Silica Reaction)
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present, do not proceed. Consult with design professional prior to use.

■ Any aggregate used with Sikafloor systems must be non-reactive and oven-dried.
■ This product is not designed for negative side waterproofing.
■ Typically not recommended for exterior slabs on grade where freeze/thaw conditions may exist
■ Use of unvented heaters and certain heat sources may result in defects (e.g. blushing, whitening,
debonding, etc.).
■ Beware of air flow and changes in air flow. Introduction of dust, debris, and particles, etc. may
result in surface imperfections and other defects.
■ For professional use only by experienced applicators.

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