Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Product Highlights
- Easiest troweling mortar - smooth, non-porous, ceramic microspheres roll over each other creating a ball bearing effect that improves workability and reduces tile setter fatigue
- Superior bonds for porcelain tile applications
- Exceeds ANSI A118.4TF, A118.11 and A118.15T specifications
- Approved for setting and tiling on uncoupling membranes
- Non-slump for heavy tile and stone floor applications
- Non-slip for large tile and stone weighing up to 6 pounds per square foot used in wall applications
- Light Weight - 30 pound bag provides same coverage as 50 pounds of traditional latex modified mortar.
- Fast curing formula
- Zero VOC
- Contains recycled materials - Gray formula contains 7% pre-consumer recycled material. White formula contains 7% pre-consumer recycled material.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Method
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Coverage
- Coverage will vary with condition of substrate.
- Required trowel size will vary with the tile size, type and substrate uniformity.
- Select the trowel size that will ensure 100% coverage.
- Figures below are presented only as guidelines.
Trowel Size Approximate Coverage
per 30 Ibs. (13.6 kg)¼" × ¼"× ¼" (6 × 6 × 6 mm)
square-notch trowel80-90 sq. ft. (7.4-8.4 m²) ¼" ×⅜"×¼" (6 × 9 x 6 mm)
square-notch trowel55-65 sq. ft. (5.1-6 m²) ½"×½"×½" (12 × 12 × 12 mm)
square-notch trowel40-50 sq. ft. (3.7-4.6 m²) ¾" (19 mm)
rounded-notch trowel30-40 sq. ft. (2.8-3.7 m²) - Suitable Substrates
- When properly prepared, suitable substrates include:
- Cured concrete, cured mortar beds, brick and masonry (interior and exterior installations)
- APA Grade Trademarked Exposure 1 Plywood [Underlayment grade or better, two layers, 11⁄8" (28 mm) total minimum thickness for joists 16" (40 cm) o.c., interior floors only].
- Gypsum wallboard (dry interior wall areas only)
- Water resistant gypsum wallboard (i.e.: greenboard, interior walls only, dry to intermittent water exposure only)
- Cementitious backer units (CBU) or glass mat backerboard
- Existing ceramic tile and natural stone, provided existing flooring is well-bonded to an approved substrate.
- Vinyl composition tile, asphalt tile, linoleum or non-cushioned vinyl sheet goods provided such surfaces are single layered, well-bonded to an approved substrate and properly prepared.
- Plastic laminate (interior countertops only) provided the counter is structurally sound and level.
- Adhesive residue (except tacky or pressure-sensitive adhesive) scraped down to a thin semi-transparent layer.
- Uncoupling membranes
- Substrate Preparation
- All substrates must be dry, structurally sound with maximum deflection per industry standards of L ⁄360 for ceramic tile installations and L ⁄720 for natural stone installations; and free from oil, grease, dust, paint, sealers or concrete curing compounds. All contaminants must be removed prior to installation of tile.
- Surface protrusions and tile glazes shall be removed by sanding, scraping or scarifying.
- After preparation, remove all dust by vacuuming. Notes: Vinyl asbestos tile or any substrate containing asbestos must not be sanded, scored or scarified because of the potential health hazard of breathing dust. Any substrate containing asbestos must be handled in accordance with existing EPA regulations.
- Expansion joints must be provided in the tile work over all construction, control and expansion joints in the backing and where backing materials change.
- Follow ANSI A108.01 Section 3.7 Requirements for Expansion Joints.
- Maximum variations in all substrates must not exceed 1⁄4" in 10 ft. (6 mm in 3 m) and 1⁄16" in 1 ft. (1.6 mm in 0.3 m) from the required plane. For non-level, interior surfaces use TEC® EZ Level® Premium Self Leveling Underlayment.
- Limitations Information
- Only install when the temperature is between 40-95°F (4-35°C).
- Not for installing green marble and other moisture-sensitive stone tile or resin-backed marble; use TEC® AccuColor EFX® Epoxy Grout and Mortar.
- For non-green marble tile applications, use white Fast Set 3N1® Performance Mortar.
- Not for use over rubber, strip wood floors, oriented strand board, particle board, lauan plywood.
- For CDX plywood, use TEC® Super FlexTM mortar.
- Do not apply over single layer wood floors.
- Temperature of area to be tiled must remain above 40°F (4°C) for 72 hours.
- Certain natural stone tiles may be affected by mortar shadowing or staining. Test a small area prior to use to determine suitability.
- Installation Instructions
Mixing:
- For best results, maintain all tiling materials, substrates, room and adhesives at 50°-70°F (10-21°C) for 24 hours before and 48 hours after installation. In a clean mixing container, pour 51⁄2-6 quarts (5.2-5.7 L) clean, cool water.
- Add 1⁄2 bag of Fast Set 3N1® Performance Mortar and mix until all powder is consumed. Add 1⁄4 bag and mix until powder is consumed. Add final 1⁄4 bag and mix to a thick creamy consistency. Avoid breathing dust and contact with eyes and skin.
- Avoid using high speed mixing, not to exceed 300 rpm, to prevent entraining air.
- DO NOT SLAKE.
- Use immediately.
Application:
- Apply mortar using flat side of trowel to promote better substrate contact, then comb in one direction with the notched side of the trowel.
- Spread only an area that can be tiled while surface is still tacky (typically 10-15 minutes). Press tiles into setting bed, then push in a direction perpendicular to theridges to achieve optimum coverage.
- Apply mortar in a heavy enough layer so that complete contact (no voids) between mortar and tile is accomplished when tile is positioned. It may be necessary to “back-butter” large tiles to achieve complete coverage and firm support.
- Periodically remove and check a tile to assure proper coverage. Keep a minimum of 2⁄3 of the joint depth between tiles for grouting. Open time and tile hand adjustability may vary with job site conditions.
- Stir occasionally during use to maintain the smooth, creamy consistency of the product. Do not add additional water.
Clean-up:
- Clean tools, hands, and excess materials from face of tile, while mortar is still fresh, with warm soapy water.
Grouting/Curing:
- Grouting may be accomplished when tiles are held firmly in place, typically 3 to 4 hours after installation is completed. No traffic is permitted over the tiles prior to grouting.
- Cold temperatures or high humidity may extend curing time, working time, and pot life. Hot temperatures or low humidity may decrease curing time, working time, and pot life. Unglazed tiles may require sealing prior to grouting so discolorations will not occur.
- The use of TEC® brand grouts is highly recommended.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Dry white and gray powder
- Physical Properties
- Foot Traffic Rating
Residential to Extra Heavy Commercial (depending on substrate, ASTM C627)
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Final Curing Time | 21.0 | Days | — |
| Initial Cure (at 22°C) | 3 - 4 | Hours | — |
| Open Time | 25 - 35 | Minutes | — |
| Pot Life | 50.0 | Minutes | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Quality Standards
Technical Details & Test Data
- Technical Data
Fast Set 3N1® Performance Mortar, (517) Description ANSI Requirement Typical Results 28 Day Shear Strength Ceramic > 300 psi (2.1 MPa) 650-700 psi (4.48-4.83 MPa) Porcelain > 200 psi (1.4 MPa) 366-407 psi (2.52-2.81 MPa) Quarry Tile > 150 psi (1.0 MPa) 375-425 psi (2.57-2.93 MPa) 28 Day Shear Strength Quarry Tile to Plywood 150 psi (1.0 MPa) 155-170 psi (1.07-1.17 MPa)
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging Information
30 lb. (13.6 kg) moisture-resistant bags
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 1 year
- Storage and Handling Conditions
- Store in cool, dry location. Do not store open containers.
- Maximum of 1 year from date of manufacture in unopened package.