Installation Instructions

4. TECHNICAL DATA
Applicable Standard
Tested in accordance with American National Standards for Organic Adhesives for
Installation of Ceramic Tile—ANSI 136.1, Type I
Double Duty™ Plus White Ceramic Tile Adhesive (TA-123)
Description ANSI Requirement Typical Results
Shear Strength
Conditioned Dry
28 Day, Room Temperature
Type I Water Immersion
After Accelerated Heat Aging
> 50 psi (0.34 MPa)
> 50 psi (0.34 MPa)
> 50 psi (0.34 MPa)
> 75% dry shear strength
retention
Passes
280 ps
i
(1.92 MPa)
95-118 psi
(0.65-0.81 MPa)
95-98%
Heat Resistance
Maintains at least 10 lb. (4.5 kg)
static load in shear at 120°F
(49°C) for 24 hours
Passes
Impact Test
All tiles remain bonded
after impact
Passes
Stain Test < 70% penetration Passes
Stability in Storage 4 weeks minimum 6 month minimum
Resistance to Mold Growth No mold growth Passes
Greater than: > Greater than or equal to: ≥ Less than: < Less than or equal to: ≤
Physical Properties
Description
Physical State Paste
Color White
Odor Nil
Open Time [at 72°F (22°C)] 45 to 55 minutes
Wt./U.S. Gallon 12.2 lbs. ± 0.5 lb.
Wt./Liter 1.46 kg ± 0.06 kg
VOC/Liter of Material
25 grams
44 grams less water
Foot Traffic Rating
(ASTM C627)
Residential to light commercial
Freeze/Thaw Stability
Freeze/thaw stable to -5°F (-20°C). If frozen, slowly
bring material back to room temperature and stir
before using.
Storage
Store in cool, dry location. Do not store
open containers.
Shelf Life
Maximum 1 year from date of manufacture in
properly stored, unopened package.
5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application
1. The substrate must be structurally sound, clean, dry and plumb.Remove all
grease, sealers, dirt, wallpaper, etc. Scarify all painted surfaces; loose or
“squeaky” floors should be glued, nailed or screwed down tightly.
2. All tiling materials, room and adhesive should be at a minimum 50°F (10°C)
for 24 hours before and 48 hours after installation.
3. Remove any dust from tile backs. Pre-measure and pre-cut all tile.
4. Spread adhesive using the flat side of trowel, applying even pressure, then
comb the surface with the trowel’s notched side to establish an even setting
bed. Press individual tile or tile sheets into adhesive, using care to maintain
accurate joint alignment and spacing.
5. For trowel sizes ¼" x ¼" x ¼" (6 x 6 x 6 mm) or larger move tiles in direction
perpendicular to the notched trowel ridges ¼" (6 mm) and back, to achieve
optimum coverage of tiles with adhesive, avoiding air pockets under the tile.
6. If adhesive skins over (typically 30-35 minutes); remove and re-apply fresh
adhesive.
Clean-up
Clean tools, hands, and excess materials from face of tile, while adhesive is
still fresh, with warm soapy water. Dried adhesive must be removed with
mineral spirits.
Grouting/Curing
Tile may be grouted as soon as adhesive is set and tiles are held firmly in place,
typically after 6 hours for standard wall tiles, under ideal conditions. 6" x 6"
(150 x 150 mm) floor tiles or larger usually require a minimum of 24 hours to
set. NOTE: Colder temperatures, high humidity, use of large semi-vitreous tiles, or
non-porous substrates and non-porous tile will extend set times. The use of TEC
®
brand grouts is highly recommended.
6. AVAILABILITY
TEC
®
Premium Tile and Stone Installation Products are available nationwide.
To locate TEC
®
products in your area, please contact:
Phone: [phone]
Website: tecspecialty.com
7. WARRANTY
For warranty details, see your sales associate or tecspecialty.com.
8. MAINTENANCE
Not applicable
9. TECHNICAL SERVICES
Technical assistance
Information is available by calling the Technical Support Hotline.
Toll Free: 800-832-9023
Fax: [phone]
Technical and safety literature
To acquire technical and safety literature, please
visit our website at tecspecialty.com.
10. FILING SYSTEM
Division 9
TEC
®
Double Duty™ Plus White Ceramic Tile Adhesive Product Data
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®
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®
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