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Sikafloor® Marine-579

Self-levelling decorative resin

Sikafloor® Marine-579 is a self-levelling 2-component polyurethane decorative floor resin. It is part of the Sikafloor® Marine Deco systems.  

  • Good working characteristics
  • Very low VOC emission
  • Good mechanical resistance
  • Solvent-free (ISO 16001-6)
  • Longterm elastic
 
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    PRODUCT BENEFITS

    • Good working characteristics
    • Very low VOC emission
    • Good mechanical resistance
    • Solvent-free (ISO 16001-6)
    • Longterm elastic
     

      Usage

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 is designed as a component of the Sikafloor® Marine Deco systems. It is designed for mechanical resistant external flooring in ship and boat construction and as final compound in the Sikafloor® Marine Deco system for exterior use. This product is suitable for experienced professional users only. Tests with actual substrates and conditions have to be performed ensuring workability, adhesion and material compatibility.  

      Packaging

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 (A)

      Pail

      15.8 kg

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 (B)

      Pail

      4.2 kg

      Product Details

      Typical Product Data
      Properties

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 (A)

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 (B)

      Chemical base

      Polyurethane

      Isocyanate

      Colour (CQP001-1)

      mixed

      Coloured

      Transparent

      Brown colours availble (see colour design chart)

      Density

       

      mixed

      1.5 kg/l

      1.2 kg/l

      1.4 kg/l

      Solid content

      100 %

      Mixing ratio

      by weight

      79 : 21

      Application temperature

      substrate / climate

      15 ─ 30 °C A, B

      Shore D hardness (CQP023-1 / ISO 48-4)

      67

      Tensile strength (DIN 53504)

      20 MPa

      Elongation at break (DIN 53504)

      100 %

      Pot-life

      10 °C

      20 °C

      30 °C

      30 minutes

      21 minutes

      18 minutes

      Shelf life

      9 months C

      12 months C

      CQP = Corporate Quality Procedure

      A) Substrates must be 3 °C above the dew point

      B) max. 80 % r.h.C) stored in sealed container in up-right position in a dry place between 5 and 30 °C, protected from direct sunlight
      Technical Information

      CURE MECHANISM

      The curing of Sikafloor® Marine-579 takes place by a chemical reaction of the two components.
      Higher temperatures speed up and lower temperatures slow down the curing process.

      CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

      For advice contact the Technical Department of Sika Industry.

      Application

      Application Information

      Surface Preparation

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 is installed on top of the deck levelling compound.
      Metallic decks need to be prepared to SA 2.5 (ISO 8501). Aluminum decks must not be shot blasted. The prepared metallic surfaces need to be clean, free of dirt, grease, oil and loose particles before the SikaCor® ZP Primer is applied.
      The application area must be protected against weather and direct sunlight.

      Application

      Sikafloor® Marine-579 is poured and spread evenly by means of a notched trowel, flat trowel or pin-rake. In critical areas a spike roller can be used to improve levelling and de-airing. For deeper sections (e.g. unevenness), it might be necessary to pre-level these sections. Ensure the pre-leveled sections have achieved "foot traffic" cure level prior to proceeding.

       

      For liquid application on cambers and slopes multiple applications steps may be needed. Curing speed depends on temperature and layer thickness. Always consider the pot life to keep a wet edge.
      Prior to application, always consult the most current Application Manual.

      Curing

      Indications regarding curing details see table below.

      Tempera-
      ture

      Foot traffic

      Light traffic A

      Full cure

      10 °C

      24 hours

      48 hours

      72 hours

      20 °C

      18 hours

      24 hours

      60 hours

      30 °C

      16 hours

      18 hours

      48 hours

      A) food trolleys and light rolling equipment on soft wheels

      Removal

      Uncured Sikafloor® Marine-579 can be removed from tools and equipment with Sika® Colma Cleaner or another suitable solvent. Once cured, the material can only be removed mechanically.
      Hands and exposed skin shall be washed immediately using hand wipes such as Sika® Cleaner-350H or a suitable industrial hand cleaner and water.
      Do not use solvents on skin.

      Application Limits

      Freshly applied Sikafloor® Marine-579 must be protected from damp, condensation and water for at least 1 day. Uncured material reacts in contact with water (foaming).

      STORAGE CONDITIONS

      Both components of Sikafloor® Marine-579 have to be kept between 5 °C and 30 °C in a dry place. Do not expose it to direct sunlight. After opening of the packaging, the contents need to be protected against moisture.

      Minimum temperature during transportation is 5 °C.

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