Products for Tile Adhesive
RDP, HPMC, and HEMC are key additives in modern tile adhesives, each playing a critical role in optimizing performance.
Redispersible Polymer Powder (RDP) is the primary component for enhancing adhesive strength and flexibility. It forms a polymer film that bonds strongly to both the tile and substrate, improving resistance to shear stress, dynamic loads, and thermal movement. RDP also significantly increases the adhesive’s water resistance and long-term durability.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) and Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose (HEMC) act as essential water-retention and rheology modifiers. They prevent rapid water loss into porous substrates, ensuring sufficient hydration of cement and proper film formation of the RDP. HPMC/HEMC also provide excellent workability, extended open time, and improved anti-sag properties, which are crucial for large-format tile installations.
Together, RDP and HPMC/HEMC create a balanced system that ensures strong adhesion, reliable workability, and lasting performance in various tiling applications.
RDP Recommendation in Tile Adhesive
| Type | Polymer Base | TG/ ℃ | Flexibility | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RDP Poly810 | EVA | 10 | Medium |
-Most popular grade -Universal grade |
| RDP Poly 815 | EVA | 15 | Neutral |
-Universal grade -Sagging resistance -Better water resistance |
| RDP Poly 820 | EVA | 20 | Low |
-Suitable for large/heavy tile -Suit for high temperatures area |
| RDP Poly 795 | EVA | -5 | Excellently | -Suit for low temperature area |
Cellulose ethers Recommendation in Tile Adhesive
| Type | HPMC | HEMC | Viscosity | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | HP 1075 | ME 1075 | 35000-45000 |
-Good water retention -Good workability -Long open time -General purpose |
| HP 1100 | ME 1100 | 50000-60000 | ||
| HP 1150 | ME 1150 | 60000-70000 | ||
| HP 1200 | ME 1200 | 70000-80000 | ||
| Medium-modified | HP T2075 | ME T2075 | 35000-45000 |
-Long open time -Good water retention -Good adhesion strength -Good slip resistance |
| HP T2100 | ME T2100 | 50000-60000 | ||
| HP T2150 | ME T2150 | 60000-70000 | ||
| HP T2200 | ME T2200 | 70000-80000 | ||
| Highly- modified | HP T3075 | ME T3075 | 35000-45000 |
-Excellent slip resistance -Long open time -Good water retention -Good adhesion strength |
| HP T3100 | ME T3100 | 50000-60000 | ||
| HP T3150 | ME T3150 | 60000-70000 | ||
| HP T3200 | ME T3200 | 70000-80000 |