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SikaTile®-640 TG Thin Gap

SikaTile®-640 TG Thin Gap

PREMIUM CG2WA CEMENTITIOUS TILE GROUT FOR THIN GAP

SikaTile®-640 TG Thin Gap is a CG2WA polymer- modified premixed colored tile grout for thin to extra thin joints 0.5-2 mm with water-repellency properties. It provides active protection against bacteria, algae, fungi, or black mold, which can cause stains or deterioration of the grouting.

  • Great ability to flow deeply and bond in narrow joints ranging from 0.5 to 2 mm.
  • Clean+ technology with a hygienic formula; anti-black mold and fungus; anti-bacteria, antialgae.
  • Water-repellent, low porosity, and anti-dirt
    absorption.
  • High strength, good adhesion, crack, and abrasion resistance.
  • Resist to general cleaning agents.
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Usage

  • Grouting the joints for most general types of tiles.
  • Grouting gaps from 0.5 to 2 mm width.
  • Floor and wall.
  • Exterior and Interior.
  • Especially used in damp areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, balconies, and other residential or common areas.   

Advantages

  • Great ability to flow deeply and bond in narrow joints ranging from 0.5 to 2 mm.
  • Clean+ technology with a hygienic formula; anti-black mold and fungus; anti-bacteria, antialgae.
  • Water-repellent, low porosity, and anti-dirt
    absorption.
  • High strength, good adhesion, crack, and abrasion resistance.
  • Resist to general cleaning agents.

Packaging

1 kg bag, 10 bags per box

Colour

5 colors
snow white, cornsilk, grey, granite, and midnight black

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

CERTIFICATES AND TEST REPORTS

  • EN13888 CG2WA 
  • ANSI 118.6
Product Information

Shelf life

12 months from the date of production if stored properly in undamaged original sealed packaging.

Storage conditions

Store in dry conditions and protected from direct sunlight
Technical Information

Abrasion resistance

≤ 1000 mm 3 (28 days)

Compressive strength

> 15 MPa (at 28 days)

Flexural-strength

> 2.5 MPa (at 28 days)

Shrinkage

< 3 mm/m (at 28 days)

Water absorption

after 30 min

≤ 2 g (28 days)

after 240 min

≤ 5 g (28 days)

Application

Application Information

Ambient air temperature

min. +5°C - max. +35°C

Mixing ratio

 SikaTile®-640 TG Thin Gap 1 kg bag per 0.33 liters of clean water

Pot Life

approx. 120 min. (25°C)

Waiting time

Tile grout can be applied after 24 hours of tiling application.
Wait 24 hours before traffic.
Consumption

Consumption

The consumption of grout varies depending on the size and thickness of the tile, as well as the width of the tile joints (unit: kg/m²)

Tile size

Thickness

Joint width

1 mm

Joint width

2 mm

Joint width

3 mm

1"x1" 

4 mm

0.54

1.09

1.63

2"x2" 

4 mm

0.27

0.54

0.82

4"x4"

5 mm

0.17

0.34

0.51

4"x4"

10 mm0.34

0.68

1.02

8"x8" 

5 mm

0.09

0.17

0.26

8"x8" 

10 mm

0.17

0.34

0.51

12"x12" 

5 mm

0.06

0.11

0.17

12"x12" 

10 mm

0.11

0.23

0.34

16"x16" 

5 mm

0.04

0.09

0.13

16"x16" 

10 mm

0.09

0.17

0.26

18"x18" 

5 mm

0.04

0.08

0.11

18"x18" 

10 mm

0.08

0.15

0.23

20"x20" 5 mm

0.03

0.07

0.10

20"x20" 

10 mm

0.07

0.14

0.20

24"x24" 

5 mm

0.03

0.06

0.09

24"x24"10 mm0.060.110.17

Tile size

Thickness

Joint width

4 mm

Joint width

5 mm

Joint width

6 mm

1"x1" 

4 mm

2.18

2.72

3.26

2"x2" 

4 mm

1.09

1.36

1.63

4"x4"

5 mm

0.68

0.85

1.02

4"x4"

10 mm

1.36

1.70

2.04

8"x8" 

5 mm

0.34

0.43

0.51

8"x8" 

10 mm

0.68

0.85

1.02

12"x12" 

5 mm

0.23

0.28

0.34

12"x12" 

10 mm

0.45

0.57

0.68

16"x16" 

5 mm

0.17

0.21

0.26

16"x16" 

10 mm

0.34

0.43

0.51

18"x18" 

5 mm

0.15

0.19

0.23

18"x18" 

10 mm

0.30

0.38

0.45

20"x20" 5 mm

0.14

0.17

0.20

20"x20" 

10 mm

0.27

0.34

0.41

24"x24" 

5 mm

0.11

0.14

0.17

24"x24"10 mm0.230.280.34

(roughly 1 inch = 2.5 cm. = 25 mm.)
Waste will occur according to actual field performance including working method, skill, and site condition.
Application steps

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

MIXING

Mix 1 kg. bag of SikaTile®-640 TG Thin Gap with 0.33 liters of clean water until the product is evenly

distributed. Let it stand for several minutes. Re-stir

before using. Only mix enough grout to cover 2 sqm. at a time.

APPLICATION

  • Wait 24 hours after tilling before applying tile grout
  • Use a rubber trowel to fill the joint in a diagonal motion
  • Wipe off excess grout
  • Ensure the grout is pressed into the joint and not just sitting on the top
  • Quickly clean with a damp sponge
  • Allow 2 hours before cleaning with a dry cloth
  • Allow 24 hours before allowing traffic  

Documents

Consumption Calculator

Remark:

  • This calculator was developed base on SikaTile tile grout and tile adhesive specification.
  • The result are average and vary, depend on job site condition. Please contact Sika’s Sales Representative for specific consultant.

Recommended trowel size:

  • Trowel size 3 mm, suitable for tile size <10x10 cm.
  • Trowel size 6 mm, suitable for tile size between 10x10 to 30x30 cm.
  • Trowel size 9 mm, suitable for tile size >30x30 cm.