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PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sika MonoTop®-100 Fire Resistant


REFRACTORY MORTAR

DESCRIPTION CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES


Fast setting refractory mortar for bedding of refract- ▪ High thermal resistance. It withstands up to 750 °C.
ory bricks and for the construction and repair of heat ▪ High early strengths
resistant elements ▪ Easy to mix
▪ Easy to apply
USES
▪ Construction and repair of heat resistant elements
(e.g. barbecues, chimneys, ovens, etc.)
▪ Specially designed as bedding and jointing mortar for
refractory tiles and bricks, concrete blocks, terra-
cotta bricks subject to high service temperatures
▪ Smoothing mortar subjected to high service temper-
atures

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical base Aluminous cement, selected aggregates and additives
Packaging 5 kg plastic bags
Appearance / Colour Grey powder
Shelf life 6 months
Storage conditions Store properly in undamaged original sealed packaging, in dry cool condi-
tions at temperatures between +5 °C and +35 °C. Protect from the direct
sunlight and frost.
Density Dry mortar ~1.8 kg/l
Fresh mortar ~2.0 kg/l

Maximum Grain Size Dmax: 2 mm

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compressive Strength ~37 MPa after 24 hours (EN 196-1)

Tensile Strength in Flexure ~5 MPa after 24 hours (EN 196-1)

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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Mixing ratio 0.55 to 0.65 litres of water for 5 kg of powder
Consumption This depends on the substrate roughness and thickness of the layer ap-
plied. As a guide 1.8 kg of poweder per mm thick per m2
Yield 5 kg of powder yields approximately 2.8 litres of mortar
Layer Thickness Min. 6 mm / Max. 20 mm
Ambient Air Temperature +5 °C minimum; +30 °C maximum
Substrate Temperature +5 °C minimum; +30 °C maximum
Pot Life ~60 minutes at +20 °C

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS mechanically removed.

SUBSTRATE QUALITY / PRE-TREATMENT LIMITATIONS


The substrate shall be thoroughly clean, free from ▪ Wait minimum one week after application before ex-
dust, loose material, surface contamination and ma- posing the mortar to high temperature
terials which reduce bond between the mortar and the ▪ When first applying heat on mortar, build temperat-
substrate. ure up slowly
▪ Avoid application in direct sun and/or strong wind
MIXING ▪ Do not add water over recommended dosage
▪ Apply only to sound, prepared substrate
Sika MonoTop®-100 Fire Resistant can be mixed mech- ▪ Do not add additional water during the surface finish-
anically or manually. Pour the recommended water in- ing as this will cause discolouration and cracking
to a suitable mixing container. While stirring slowly, ▪ Protect freshly applied material from freezing
add the powder to the water and mix thoroughly at
least for 3 minutes to the required consistency.
BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
APPLICATION
All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are
Sika MonoTop®-100 Fire Resistant can be applied based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may
manually using a spatula or a trowel. vary due to circumstances beyond our control.All
Pre-wet the surface with clean water before applica- technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are
tion. The surface shall not be allowed to dry before ap- based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may
plication of the refractory mortar. Just prior to applica- vary due to circumstances beyond our control.
tion, excess water shall be removed using a clean
sponge or clean cloth so the surface shall achieve a LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
dark matt appearance without glistening and surface
pores and pits shall not contain water. Please note that as a result of specific local regulations
If used, fire and masonry bricks shall be stored under- the performance of this product may vary from
water minimum 10 minutes before application. Prior country to country. Please consult the local Product
to the application, excess water shall be removed so Data Sheet for the exact description of the application
that the surface shall achieve a dark matt appearance fields.
without glistening and surface pores and pits shall not
contain water. ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY
To apply, press the mortar, exerting a good pressure
on the substrate. The surface can be finished accord- For information and advice on the safe handling, stor-
ing to the requirements using a float or a damp sponge age and disposal of chemical products, users shall refer
as soon as the mortar has started to stiffen. to the most recent Safety Data Sheet (SDS) containing
physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
CURING TREATMENT lated data.
Protect the fresh mortar immediately from premature LEGAL NOTES
drying using an appropiate curing method, e.g. moist
geotextile membrane, plastic sheet, etc. After hardern- The information, and, in particular, the
ing lightly spray with water regularly. recommendations relating to the application and end-
use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on
CLEANING OF TOOLS Sika's current knowledge and experience of the
Removal of fresh remnants from tools and application products when properly stored, handled and applied
equipment can be carried out using water immediately under normal conditions in accordance with Sika’s
after use. Hardened / cured material can only be recommendations. In practice, the differences in
materials, substrates and actual site conditions are

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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.

Sika Hellas ABEE


15 Protomagias Str.
14568 Kryoneri
Attica-Greece
Tel.: +30 210 8160 600
Fax: +30 210 8160 606
www.sika.gr | sika@gr.sika.com

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