Technical Data Sheet

Release 2: 12/02/2020

KP 250
special
high performance
polymer-modified
tile adhesive

■  uitable for ceramic

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and gres porcelain tiles
■ High adhesion strength
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■ Resistance to moisture
■ Extended open type
■  trongly thixotropic:
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prevents vertical sliding
of the tiles during application
■  uitable for indoors
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and outdoors
■  2TE adhesive certified
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according to EN 12004-1
Technical Data Sheet
Release 2: 12/02/2020

KP 250 SPECIAL
high performance
polymer-modified tile adhesive

DESCRIPTION ■ In case of weak, very absorbent substrates, prime the

surface with the micromolecular, deep-penetrating
High performance, polymer-modified, cement-based tile primer ACRYLIC PRIMER.
adhesive. It exhibits high adhesion strength, extended ■ Existing floors and non-absorbent surfaces should be
open time and resistance to moisture. first primed with the acrylic, quartz filled, adhesion
Classified as C2TΕ type cementitious adhesive accord- promoting primer FINO•CONTACT.
ing to European standard ΕΝ 12004-1. ■ For the application of the adhesive on cement boards,
gypsum boards and gypsum plaster the surface
A P P L I C AT I O N S must be pre-treated with ACRYLIC PRIMER or
FINO•CONTACT.
Suitable for the installation of absorbent (ceramic) tiles ■ The content of the bag (25kg) is gradually added into
of any type and size, natural stones, as well as non- 6.50-6.75 kg of clean water under continuous stirring,
absorbent tiles (gres porcelanato, cotto, etc.) of small until a homogenous mixture with the desired workability
and medium sizes. is formed, without lumps. It is recommended to use a
It is applied on floors, on common substrates such as low speed electric mixer (~300rpm).
concrete, floor screeds, etc. Suitable also for installing ■ The mixture should be left to settle for about 5 minutes
tiles on existing floors (old tiles, terrazzo, etc.) provided and then stirred again slightly.
that the surface is treated with a suitable primer. ■ The adhesive is applied on the substrate with a
Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. toothed trowel and the tiles are fixed to the desired
position by pressing.
P R O P E R T I E S / A DVA N TA G E S ■ If the mix starts to stiffen, stir it again without adding
extra water, in order to regain its workability.
■  igh adhesion strength.
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■ Highly thixotropic. - No vertical slip of tiles during
application of the adhesive in order to avoid “film
application.
formation” on the surface of the adhesive.
■ Extended open time for tile application.
■ Resistance to moisture and temperature changes.
■ Protects natural stones from optical changes and CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
efflorescence formation.
■ Excellent workability. Clean all tools and application equipment with water
■ Suitable for indoors and outdoors. immediately after use. Hardened material can only be
mechanically removed.

H A R M O N I Z E D S TA N DA R D S / R E G U L AT I O N S
R E C O M M E N DAT I O N S
EN 12004-1: Improved cementitious adhesive
with reduced slip and extended open time, type C2TE. ■ emperature during application should be between
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DoP no.: KP250/CPR-7-13/019/10-2013. +5°C and +35°C.
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Don’t use excess water for mixing as it will affect the
performance of the product.
A P P L I C AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S
■ 
Don’t mix the product with cement, aggregates or ad-
■  he substrate must be clean from dust, grease, subtle
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materials, etc., prior to application. ■ 
Do not add water after the mix has started to set.

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 T E CH N I C A L CH A R A C T E R I S T I C S
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance powder
Colour white
Bulk density 1.45 ±0.05 kg/l
APPLICATION CHARACTERISTICS (+23°C / 50% R.H.)
Mixing ratio 26% w/w (6.5kg of water per 25kg bag of KP 250)
pH > 11
Density 1.60 ±0.05 kg/l
Pot life 4 hours (22°C)
Application temperature minimum: +5°C / maximum: +35°C
Application thickness ≤ 10 mm
Consumption about 2-4 kg/m2
Open time (EN 12004-1, 8.1) 30 minutes (22°C)
Vertical slip (EN 12004-1, 8.2) < 0.4 mm
Ready for grouting on wall after 10-12 hours
Ready for grouting on floor after 24 hours
Surfaces ready for light foot traffic after 24 hours
Surfaces ready for use after 14 days
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
initial, after 28 days > 1.60 N/mm2
Tensile adhesion after heat ageing > 1.40 N/mm2
strength
(EN 12004-2, 8.3) after water immersion > 1.10 N/mm2
after freeze-thaw cycles > 1.30 N/mm2
Resistance to alkalis excellent
In use temperature from -30°C to +90°C
Note: Measures were carried out in laboratory environment conditions (temperature +22°C, R.H.: 60% with no ventilation). The different conditions in the
manufacture plant (temperature, humidity, ventilation, substrate absorption) may affect the properties of the material.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ■ Consult product’s Safety Data Sheet for further in-
structions on safety handling.
■  he product contains cement which has an alkaline
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reaction with water and is classified as irritant.
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Always wear appropriate personal protective equip-
PA C K A G I N G - S T O R A G E
ment for eyes and skin (protective clothing, gloves and
goggles). Available in:
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If skin contact occurs, rinse well with plenty of clean ■ 
25kg paper bags.
water. Storage: 12 months from production date, if stored in
■ 
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with original, sealed packaging, protected from direct sun-
plenty of water and seek medical advice. light and moisture.

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 LEGAL NOTICE ensure that it is suitable for the envisaged application.
Since the specific site conditions during the applica-
The technical characteristics and recommendations tions are beyond the control of our company, the user
for the use and application of the FINOMIX range alone is fully responsible for any consequences deriv-
of products are based on the knowledge and experi- ing from the use of the product. FINOBETON S.A.
ence of the company. The above information shall be (FINOMIX) has the right to modify the properties of
considered merely indicative and subject to confir- its products without prior notice. This release voids any
mation after long-term practical application. For this previous publications issued for this technical specifi-
reason, anyone who intends to use the product must cations sheet.

FINOBETON S.A.
16 Pithagora Str., 73134 Chania, Greece
tel. +3028210 27000 ■ fax +3028210 27005
building trusting relationships
info@finomix.gr ■ www.finomix.gr

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