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Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo

Two component, fast-reactive, highly flexible PMMA based waterproofing resin for use on details

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo is a seamless, crack-bridging and joint-bridging waterproofing membrane that is able to withstand mechanical stresses. It
contains a highly flexible and fleece-reinforced waterproofing layer as well as abrasion-resistant system layers for foot traffic. The waterproofing system's liquid application and high bonding strength on almost any substrate also allow breakthroughs and upstands to be integrated securely and seamlessly.

  • Cold applied
  • Fast-curing
  • Highly flexible and crack--bridging even at extreme sub-zero temperatures
  • Permanently weather--resistant (UV, hydrolysis and alkali resistant)
  • Fully bonded to the substrate, therefore no flow paths for water under the membrane
  • Easy and fast application
  • Can also be applied at sub-zero temperatures
  • Solvent-free
  • Seamless membrane
  • Minimal disruption and low maintenance
  • Elastic properties – tolerant of thermal movement
  • Flexible, impact resistant membrane
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Usage

  • Water-proofing of communal walkways, flat roof structures, podium decks and terrace roofs
  • For new construction and refurbishment projects
  • Applicable to existing concrete, asphalt, roofing felt, brickwork (subject to condition and priming requirements)
 

Advantages

  • Cold applied
  • Fast-curing
  • Highly flexible and crack--bridging even at extreme sub-zero temperatures
  • Permanently weather--resistant (UV, hydrolysis and alkali resistant)
  • Fully bonded to the substrate, therefore no flow paths for water under the membrane
  • Easy and fast application
  • Can also be applied at sub-zero temperatures
  • Solvent-free
  • Seamless membrane
  • Minimal disruption and low maintenance
  • Elastic properties – tolerant of thermal movement
  • Flexible, impact resistant membrane

Packaging

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo

10 Kg

Sikalastic® Rapid Catalyst

0.2 Kg

Total

10.20 Kg

Colour

Pigmented liquid RAL 7043 (Dark Grey)

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

  • BBA Accreditation (Cert No: 16/5925)
  • External fire performance: BRoof (t4) in accordance with BS EN 13501-5:2005
Product Information

Chemical Base

Two-component Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) Resin and catalyst

Shelf Life

6 months

Storage Conditions

Store products sealed in their original airtight container and in a cool, dry and frost-free place. Direct sunlight on the containers should be avoided, including on site. After removing some of the contents, reseal the containers so they are airtight.

Reference should also be made to the storage recommendations of the material safety datasheet.

Density

1.22 g/cm³

(EN ISO 2811-1)
System information

System Structure

Communal Walkways - Durability dependent on condition of the substrate Sikalastic Rapid Trafficable (Wearing system)

PreparationPrior to priming all substrates must be clean dry and sound free from any
oxidisation, mould and any other deleterious materials. For further information
please contact technical services
Waterproofing Layer
(Upstands)

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (0.26m width)

2.5kg/m²
Protective LayerSikalastic®-Rapid Levelling Mortar4.0kg/m²
Wearing Layer

Sikalastic®-Rapid Aggregate

Sikalastic®-Rapid Pigmented Sealer

3.0kg/m²

0.6kg/m²

 

Communal Walkways - Durability dependent on condition of the substrate Sikalastic Rapid Trafficable (Waterproofing & wearing system)

PreparationPrior to priming all substrates must be clean dry and sound free from any
oxidisation, mould and any other deleterious materials. For further information
please contact technical services
Waterproofing Layer
(Upstands)

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (0.26m width)

2.5kg/m²
Waterproofing Layer
(Field Areas)

Sikalastic® Rapid -721 (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (1.05m width)

2.5kg/m²
Protective LayerSikalastic®-Rapid Levelling Mortar4.0kg/m²
Wearing Layer

Sikalastic®-Rapid Aggregate

Sikalastic®-Rapid Pigmented Sealer

3.0kg/m²

0.6kg/m²

 

Communal Walkways - Durability dependent on condition of the substrate Sikalastic Rapid Trafficable (Buried system)

PreparationPrior to priming all substrates must be clean dry and sound free from any
oxidisation, mould and any other deleterious materials. For further information
please contact technical services
Waterproofing Layer
(Upstands)

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (0.26m width)

2.5kg/m²
Waterproofing Layer
(Field Areas)

Sikalastic® Rapid -721 (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (1.05m width)

2.5kg/m²
Protective Layer

Sikalastic® Rapid -721

Sikalastic®-Rapid Aggregate

0.6kg/m²

3.0kg/m²

Wearing Layer

Tiles or Pavers

Waterproofing for Roofs (infrequently trafficked)

PreparationPrior to priming all substrates must be clean dry and sound free from any
oxidisation, mould and any other deleterious materials. For further information
please contact technical services
Waterproofing Layer
(Upstands)

Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (0.26m width)

2.5kg/m²
Waterproofing Layer
(Field Areas)

Sikalastic® Rapid -721 (Wet on wet application)

Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 (1.05m width)

2.5kg/m²

Application

Application Information

Ambient Air Temperature

-5 °C min. / +35 °C max.

Relative Air Humidity

The relative humidity must be ≤90%

Substrate Temperature

+3 °C min. / +50 °C max.

Dew Point

Beware of condensation. Surface temperature during application and cure must be a minimum of 3°C above dew point.
The substrate temperature must not be less than +3°C if a topping is applied to the surface. Reaction problems can occur at lower temperatures.

Substrate Moisture Content

The surface to be coated must be dry and ice-free
The surface must be protected from moisture until the coating has hardened

Substrate Pre-Treatment

Substrate Priming

Substrate

Primer

Cementitious Substrates

Sikalastic® Rapid Cementitious Primer

Brick and StoneSikalastic® Rapid Cementitious Primer
TilesSikalastic® Rapid Cementitious Primer - Adhesion test required
AphaltSikalastic® Rapid Asphalt Primer
Bituminous FeltNot required
Single PlyAdhesion to single ply may vary depending on type, age, etc. Consult Sika
Limited for further advice on priming requirements.
Bituminous CoatingsSikalastic® Rapid Asphalt Primer
MetalsSikalastic® Metal Primer or Sika® Primer 204N
Timber SubstratesTimber based roof decks require a layer of appropriate Sika Carrier Membrane. For small areas
of exposed timber (i.e. upstands) use Sikalastic® Rapid Cementitious Primer,
(exposed timber should be Marine ply to BS 1088 or equivalent).
PaintsAlways remove coats of paint completely.
Polurethane CoatingNot required

Pot Life

The material in opened containers should be applied immediately
At 20°C, 2% catalyst the pot life is approximately 15 minutes

Applied Product Ready for Use

Temperature

Catalyst

Rain

resistant

Can be
trafficked/
overcoated

Full cure

20°C

2%30 minutes1 hour3 hours

Note: Times are approximate and will be affected by changing ambient conditions.
Higher temperatures or greater proportions of Sikalastic Rapid Catalyst will reduce reaction times, while lower temperatures and smaller proportions of Catalyst will increase reaction times.
The following table indicates the recommended amount of Sikalastic Rapid Catalyst required to adjust the curing reaction to the temperature.

Substrate temperature in °C; required amounts of Sikalastic Rapid Catalyst in % w/w (guide)

+3

5101520
4%4%4%2%2%

25

30

35

40

50

2%2%2%1%1%

Return-to-service times are provided as a guide only and may vary as a result of conditions. Newly installed balconies should be protected from exposure to heavy traffic by overlaying with an appropriate protective covering. This is particularly critical where early access is needed by other construction related traffic. Sika Limited will not be held responsible for damage to balcony surfaces that results from failures to adequately protect newly laid areas.
For further advice, consult Sika Roofing Technical Services.
Application steps

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

Substrate preparation is crucial to ensure durability. Please refer to the Sikalastic Rapid Method Statement or Sika Limited specification for more information.

MIXING

Use a twin-paddle stirrer to mix the product First stir the tub contents thoroughly.
Then add the Sikalastic® Rapid Catalyst while stirring the resin at the slow speed setting and mix for 2 minutes. Make sure that the product on the base and sides of the container is mixed in. At product temperatures <10°C the product should be stirred for 5 minutes,as the catalyst will take longer to dissolve.

APPLICATION

Apply Sikalastic® Rapid -721 & Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo using a sheepskinroller or brush for areas that are not accessible with a roller.
Sikalastic® Rapid -721 is applied together with Sikalastic® Rapid Fleece 110 reinforcement for waterproofing large areas and details on roofs as well as for waterproofing water-impermeable concrete joints.
Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo is a variant of Sikalastic® Rapid -721 that is made
more viscous / thixotropic to reduce run-off when applied to sloping and verticalsurfaces.
Use Sikalastic® Rapid -721 for waterproofing horizontal areas. Sikalastic® Rapid-721 Thixo is used for vertical surfaces (e.g. upstands on details)..
Refer to Sikalastic® Rapid Method Statement for more information

CLEANING OF TOOLS

If work is interrupted or when it is completed, clean the tools thoroughly with Sikalastic® Rapid Cleaner within the pot life of the material (approx. 10 minutes). This can be done with a brush. Do not use the tools again until the cleaner has evaporated fully. Simply immersing the tools in the Cleaner will not prevent the material hardening.

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