Working time at 20°C
Approximately 30 minutes
Compressive Strength
1 day 14 N/mm2
7 days 20 N/mm2
28 days 32 N/mm2
Flexural Strength in accordance with EN 196
1 day 3.8 N/mm2
7 days 5.8 N/mm2
28 days 9.0 N/mm2
Ball Pressure Hardness
1 day 60 N/mm2
7 days 65 N/mm2
28 days 90 N/mm2
Abrasion Resistance
The abrasion resistance of ARDEX K 80, when measured in accordance with BS 8204, was rated as at least AR1.
Resistance to chair castors
Yes
Suitable for underfloor heating
Yes
Bulk density
Approx. 1.3kg/litre
Weight of fresh mortar
approx. 2.0kg/litre
Walkability at 20°C
After approx. 2 hours
Ready to receive floorings and coatings under good conditions at 20°C
After 1 day up to 10mm