S-400 SETTING & GROUTING EPOXY (TCA Formula AARII-HT Epoxy Mortar & Grout) PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: S-400 is a Tile Council of America formula AARII-HT, epoxy mortar and grout that meets or exceeds requirements of ANSI A118.3 and is USDA approved. S-400 is a two-part 100% solids epoxy system designed to resist attacks by many acids, alkalis and other chemical compounds that normally break down cement mortars and grouts. S-400 is sag resistant and should be specified for setting or grouting ceramic tile on any wall or floor installation. S-400 has exceptional bond strength and will remain rigid and cohesive at temperatures up to 350°F. Floor brick may be installed and grouted with S-400 in accordance with the chemical resistance chart. NOTE: When more stringent chemical resistance is required, use S-5000, or S-5100 series epoxies, or S-4000 Furan. S-400 is recommended for use in distilleries, refineries, chemical laboratories, breweries, dairies and food processing plants. Surface temperature of substrate should be above 50°F during tile installation. Continuous exposure of cured S-400 above 350°F is not recommended. TECHNICAL DATA: Physical Properties Hardness (Shore D) 7 days 70 to 80 Hardness (Shore d) 28 days 80 to 90 Compressive Strength, psi (ASTM C-109) Greater than 6000 Shear bond strength, psi (ANSI-A118.3) 1200 psi Sag using 6” x 6” x ^” quarry tile @72°F 0.00 Substrate: S-400 is recommended for use on cured concrete, plaster, drywall, metal, fiberglass, glass, masonry surfaces, cementitious backerboard and plywood. Substrate shall be prepared in accordance with ANSI A108.6. Surface to receive S-400 must be structurally sound, dry and free of sealers, coatings, oil, dirt and dust and above 50° F. New masonry surfaces should be sufficiently cured, dimensionally stable and free from cracks. It is advisable to brush all surfaces with a stiff brush to remove any loose material that may be encountered. Consult the Tile Council of North America Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installations and ANSI A108 for specific setting descriptions. Mixing: S-400 is furnished in 2 parts and exact proportions and thorough mixing of the parts with one another is absolutely essential for satisfactory curing and performance. Empty contents of Part A (liquid portion) into mixing bucket. Add Part B (solids portion) gradually and mix thoroughly using either hand tools or a slow speed power mixer. Care should be taken to avoid whipping air into the mix. Mix until smooth and free of lumps. It is highly recommended that complete units be mixed, however, if necessary to split a unit, weigh out 3 parts of Part B to 1 part of Part A, be sure to mix part B before removing any portion. Clean tools with warm water immediately after use.

WORKING CHARACTERISTICS: S-400 is ideally installed at temperatures from 70° to 80°F. At higher temperatures, the pot life, open time and clean-up time are reduced; however, it is more fluid and easier to work. At lower temperatures these factors are reversed. Working surface temperature can vary from room temperature and should be taken into consideration. Do not begin application of S-400 until the temperature of the room and substrate is above 50°F and rising. Maintain a temperature of 60°F or higher during the curing period. S-400 must be stored at approximately 70°F for 24 hours prior to...

CAUTION: Protect from dirt and all traffic for 16 hours, heavy traffic and dirt for 48 hours. Do not grout in direct sunlight. Cure S-400 a minimum of seven days at 70F before chemical exposure. COVERAGE: Setting: Sq.ft./gallon unit using ¼” x ¼” sq. notch trowel ¼” x 3/8” sq. notch trowel Refer to Coverage Calculator at www.Summitville.com for Grouting cCverage. PROTECTING NEW TILE WORK: To avoid damage to finished tilework, schedule floor installations to begin only after all structural work, building enclosure and overhead finishing work such as ceilings, painting, mechanical and electrical...

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