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ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
MicroteC3 Rapid-Set, Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar
- Highest levels of freeze thaw resistance - Tested at 150+ freeze thaw cycles (7x greater than the ANSI 118.15 standard requirement of 20 cycles)
- Maximum efflorescence resistance
- Outstanding rapid-setting properties, even at temperatures as low as 40⁰F/5⁰C
Information ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™ MicroteC3 Rapid-Set, Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar is a revolutionary innovation in mortar technology that is formulated with specialty, high-performance ARDEX cements, polymers and microfibers to deliver maximum protection against the harshest weather conditions and provide the highest levels of efflorescence resistance for exterior tile and stone applications. ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR can be installed over substrates with temperatures as low as 40˚F (5˚C) and can withstand driving rains or be grouted in only 2 hours.
Key Features
- ARDEX MicroteC3 is the new level in mortar standards:
- Highest levels of freeze thaw resistance – Tested at 150+ freeze thaw cycles
- (7 times greater than the ANSI 118.15 standard requirement of 20 cycles)
- Maximum efflorescence resistance
- Outstanding rapid-setting properties, even at temperatures as low as 40˚F / 5˚C
- Heavy and driving rain-resistant after only 2 hours
- Ideal for tiling on concrete balconies, patios, swimming pools and high-load commercial areas
- Traffic and grout after just 2 hours
- Thin to medium bed installations up to 5/8” (15 mm)
- Extended open time up to 30 minutes
- Excellent bond strength for setting porcelain, glass, ceramic and most natural stone tiles*
- Very creamy, easy-to-apply consistency
- Extra long pot life of 60 minutes
- For exterior or interior floors and walls
Standards
SystemOne™
Microtec® Technology
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.4
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.11
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.15
ISO Classification: C2 FTE S1
WeatherProof
Technical Data ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
Installation
Mixing Ratio:
5.75 – 6.75 quarts (5.4 – 6.4 L) of water per 40 lbs. (18 kg) bag
*For smaller batches, use 2.5 parts powder to 1 part water by volume
Approximate Coverage per 40 lbs. (18 kg) bag:
1/4” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 95 sq. ft. (8.8 sq. m)
1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 75 sq. ft. (7 sq. m)
1/2” x 1/2” Sq. Notch trowel; 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m)
Performance
Open Time: Up to 30 minutes
Pot Life: Approx. 1 hour
Adjustment Time: Approx. 15 – 20 minutes
Time to Grout: 2 hours
Color: Gray and White
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
For complete product technical information, click on the Downloads tab and open the Technical Data download.
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Information ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™ MicroteC3 Rapid-Set, Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar is a revolutionary innovation in mortar technology that is formulated with specialty, high-performance ARDEX cements, polymers and microfibers to deliver maximum protection against the harshest weather conditions and provide the highest levels of efflorescence resistance for exterior tile and stone applications. ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR can be installed over substrates with temperatures as low as 40˚F (5˚C) and can withstand driving rains or be grouted in only 2 hours.
Key Features
- ARDEX MicroteC3 is the new level in mortar standards:
- Highest levels of freeze thaw resistance – Tested at 150+ freeze thaw cycles
- (7 times greater than the ANSI 118.15 standard requirement of 20 cycles)
- Maximum efflorescence resistance
- Outstanding rapid-setting properties, even at temperatures as low as 40˚F / 5˚C
- Heavy and driving rain-resistant after only 2 hours
- Ideal for tiling on concrete balconies, patios, swimming pools and high-load commercial areas
- Traffic and grout after just 2 hours
- Thin to medium bed installations up to 5/8” (15 mm)
- Extended open time up to 30 minutes
- Excellent bond strength for setting porcelain, glass, ceramic and most natural stone tiles*
- Very creamy, easy-to-apply consistency
- Extra long pot life of 60 minutes
- For exterior or interior floors and walls
Standards
SystemOne™
Microtec® Technology
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.4
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.11
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.15
ISO Classification: C2 FTE S1
WeatherProof
Technical Data ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
Installation
Mixing Ratio:
5.75 – 6.75 quarts (5.4 – 6.4 L) of water per 40 lbs. (18 kg) bag
*For smaller batches, use 2.5 parts powder to 1 part water by volume
Approximate Coverage per 40 lbs. (18 kg) bag:
1/4” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 95 sq. ft. (8.8 sq. m)
1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 75 sq. ft. (7 sq. m)
1/2” x 1/2” Sq. Notch trowel; 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m)
Performance
Open Time: Up to 30 minutes
Pot Life: Approx. 1 hour
Adjustment Time: Approx. 15 – 20 minutes
Time to Grout: 2 hours
Color: Gray and White
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
For complete product technical information, click on the Downloads tab and open the Technical Data download.
Downloads ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
Calculator ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™
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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