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Information ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
ARDEX N 23 is a rapid-setting, thin-to-medium-bed mortar that is ideal for interior installations of moisture-sensitive natural stone, marble, granite, porcelain, quarry and ceramic on horizontal or vertical surfaces. Recommended for all tile sizes, including mosaics, ARDEX N 23 is suitable for use over concrete floors with in-floor heating systems. ARDEX N 23 has proprietary ARDEX self-drying technology to prevent staining, discoloration, warping and efflorescence. Easy to mix and apply with excellent bond strength and sag resistance, ARDEX N 23 has an open time of up to 30 minutes and a 60-minute pot life.
Key Features
- Use for setting porcelain, quarry and ceramic tile, ungauged stone, translucent marble, glass and natural stone tile
- Fast setting – grout in two hours
- Ideal for moisture-sensitive natural stone tile
- Self-drying technology – will not contribute to staining, warping or efflorescence
- Outstanding coverage – 103 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m) per bag with 1/4″ sq. notch trowel
- Thin- to medium-bed installation up to 5/8″ (15 mm)
- 1-hour pot life
- Use for interior floors and walls
- Extended open time of 30 minutes
- Excellent bond strength and sag resistance
Standards
SystemOne
Microtec® Technology
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.4
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.11
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.15
ISO Classification: ISO C2 FTE S1
Technical Data ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
Installation
Mixing Ratio: 6 1/4 – 6 3/4 quarts (6-6.5 liters) of water per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
(For smaller batches, use 2.5 parts powder to 1 part water by volume.)
Approximate Coverage per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag:
1/4” x 1/4” Sq. Notch Trowel; 103 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m)
1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” Sq. Notch Trowel; 80 sq. ft. (7.4 sq. m)
1/2” x 1/2” Sq. Notch Trowel; 57.5 sq. ft. (5 sq. m)
Performance
Open Time: Up to approx. 30 minutes
Pot Life: Approx. 1 hour
Working Time: Approx. 15 minutes
Time to Grout: 2 hours
VOC: 0
Packaging: 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area. Do not leave bags exposed to sun.
Shelf Life: 1 year, if unopened
Warranty: ARDEX L.P. Standard Limited Warranty applies
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Information ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
ARDEX N 23 is a rapid-setting, thin-to-medium-bed mortar that is ideal for interior installations of moisture-sensitive natural stone, marble, granite, porcelain, quarry and ceramic on horizontal or vertical surfaces. Recommended for all tile sizes, including mosaics, ARDEX N 23 is suitable for use over concrete floors with in-floor heating systems. ARDEX N 23 has proprietary ARDEX self-drying technology to prevent staining, discoloration, warping and efflorescence. Easy to mix and apply with excellent bond strength and sag resistance, ARDEX N 23 has an open time of up to 30 minutes and a 60-minute pot life.
Key Features
- Use for setting porcelain, quarry and ceramic tile, ungauged stone, translucent marble, glass and natural stone tile
- Fast setting – grout in two hours
- Ideal for moisture-sensitive natural stone tile
- Self-drying technology – will not contribute to staining, warping or efflorescence
- Outstanding coverage – 103 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m) per bag with 1/4″ sq. notch trowel
- Thin- to medium-bed installation up to 5/8″ (15 mm)
- 1-hour pot life
- Use for interior floors and walls
- Extended open time of 30 minutes
- Excellent bond strength and sag resistance
Standards
SystemOne
Microtec® Technology
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.4
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.11
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.15
ISO Classification: ISO C2 FTE S1
Technical Data ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
Installation
Mixing Ratio: 6 1/4 – 6 3/4 quarts (6-6.5 liters) of water per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
(For smaller batches, use 2.5 parts powder to 1 part water by volume.)
Approximate Coverage per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag:
1/4” x 1/4” Sq. Notch Trowel; 103 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m)
1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” Sq. Notch Trowel; 80 sq. ft. (7.4 sq. m)
1/2” x 1/2” Sq. Notch Trowel; 57.5 sq. ft. (5 sq. m)
Performance
Open Time: Up to approx. 30 minutes
Pot Life: Approx. 1 hour
Working Time: Approx. 15 minutes
Time to Grout: 2 hours
VOC: 0
Packaging: 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area. Do not leave bags exposed to sun.
Shelf Life: 1 year, if unopened
Warranty: ARDEX L.P. Standard Limited Warranty applies
Downloads ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
Calculator ARDEX N 23™ MICROTEC®
Contact Us
Questions? Please fill out the form below to contact us with any of your questions or concerns. We look forward to hearing from you, and we’ll be in touch shortly.
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