SpECtop LFC
Two-component self-levelling cement-based flooring compound.
SpECtop LFC is an advanced two-component flooring solution designed for efficient installation and optimal performance. This self-levelling, cement-based compound ensures a smooth finish suitable for various flooring types, providing an ideal underlay for carpets, tiles, and more.
Its unique formulation allows for easy application while maintaining excellent adhesion and durability, making it a reliable choice for contractors and construction professionals.
Its unique formulation allows for easy application while maintaining excellent adhesion and durability, making it a reliable choice for contractors and construction professionals.
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Technical Details
SpECtop LFC is suitable for a variety of flooring applications. Typical uses include:
– Self-levelling underlay for carpets
– Base layer for tiles
– Underlayment for vinyl sheet flooring
– Foundation for linoleum
– Subfloor for rubber sheet flooring
– Self-levelling underlay for carpets
– Base layer for tiles
– Underlayment for vinyl sheet flooring
– Foundation for linoleum
– Subfloor for rubber sheet flooring
SpECtop LFC offers a range of advantages that make it an ideal choice for construction professionals seeking reliable flooring solutions. Its unique properties ensure consistent performance and ease of application, enhancing overall project efficiency.
– Pre-measured components providing consistent performance
– Polymer modified for excellent adhesion to prepared substrates
– Curing is generally not required, simplifying the installation process
– Easy to lay, offering excellent early strength
– Pre-measured components providing consistent performance
– Polymer modified for excellent adhesion to prepared substrates
– Curing is generally not required, simplifying the installation process
– Easy to lay, offering excellent early strength
SpECtop LFC is engineered to deliver exceptional performance under varying conditions. Below are its key technical specifications:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Pot Life | 10 minutes |
| Flow (BS 890 Cone) | >30 cm |
| Compressive Strength (28 days) | 20.0 N/mm² |
| Compressive Strength (56 days) | 26.0 N/mm² |
| Typical Thickness from Feather Edge | Up to 10mm |
| Application Temperature Range | Minimum 5°C / Maximum 35°C |
Application of SpECtop LFC
Surface Preparation:
It is essential that adequate preparation is carried out prior to the application of SpECtop LFC. Light sweep blasting is recommended to ensure the removal of all laitance, grease, and oil.
Priming:
The substrate must be primed using SpECtop LFC Primer at the rate of 5-7 m²/litre. On very porous substrates, it may be necessary to apply a second coat of primer if absorption is noted to be high. Allow the primer to become touch dry before proceeding.
Mixing Instructions:
Add approximately 50% of the liquid component to a clean 25-litre steel drum. Gradually add the powder whilst mixing using a slow-speed heavy-duty drill fitted with a suitable mixing paddle. Mix for 2 minutes, then slowly add the remaining liquid whilst mixing and continue for a further 2 minutes.
Application Process:
Pour the mixed product onto the primed substrate and spread using a squeegee or a pin screed. The material must then be rolled using a spiked roller with spikes of a length greater than the depth to be laid. There should be no delay between levelling the product and spike rolling. Troweling is not required.
Large Area Application:
For large areas, good site organization is essential, and the use of a grout pump may prove beneficial. SpEC Technical Department can advise on the types of pump available.
Surface Preparation:
It is essential that adequate preparation is carried out prior to the application of SpECtop LFC. Light sweep blasting is recommended to ensure the removal of all laitance, grease, and oil.
Priming:
The substrate must be primed using SpECtop LFC Primer at the rate of 5-7 m²/litre. On very porous substrates, it may be necessary to apply a second coat of primer if absorption is noted to be high. Allow the primer to become touch dry before proceeding.
Mixing Instructions:
Add approximately 50% of the liquid component to a clean 25-litre steel drum. Gradually add the powder whilst mixing using a slow-speed heavy-duty drill fitted with a suitable mixing paddle. Mix for 2 minutes, then slowly add the remaining liquid whilst mixing and continue for a further 2 minutes.
Application Process:
Pour the mixed product onto the primed substrate and spread using a squeegee or a pin screed. The material must then be rolled using a spiked roller with spikes of a length greater than the depth to be laid. There should be no delay between levelling the product and spike rolling. Troweling is not required.
Large Area Application:
For large areas, good site organization is essential, and the use of a grout pump may prove beneficial. SpEC Technical Department can advise on the types of pump available.
SpECtop LFC is available in the following packaging options:
– Two-component pack weighing 21.6 kg with a yield of 11 litres.
– SpECtop LFC Primer, supplied in 5 and 20 litre packs with a coverage rate of 5 m²/litre.
– Two-component pack weighing 21.6 kg with a yield of 11 litres.
– SpECtop LFC Primer, supplied in 5 and 20 litre packs with a coverage rate of 5 m²/litre.
For detailed warranty information regarding SpECtop LFC, please contact our team at SMCC using any of the available contact methods on this page.
Product FAQ
SpECtop LFC can be applied on prepared concrete, cement screeds, and other suitable rigid substrates.
SpECtop LFC can be applied up to 10mm thick from a feather edge.
SpECtop LFC generally does not require curing, but allow 72 hours for the product to cure before covering with flooring materials.
The pot life of SpECtop LFC is 10 minutes.
Add approximately 50% of the liquid component to a clean 25-litre steel drum. Gradually add the powder while mixing with a slow-speed heavy-duty drill fitted with a suitable mixing paddle. Mix for 2 minutes, then slowly add the remaining liquid while continuing to mix for an additional 2 minutes until thoroughly combined.
The compressive strength of SpECtop LFC is 20.0 N/mm² at 28 days and 26.0 N/mm² at 56 days.
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