Schluter®-DILEX-STF
Heavy-duty expansion joint profile with an interlocking center section
- Anchoring legs secure to the substrate with concrete anchoring screws
- Mortar and floor coverings are applied over the anchoring leg for a seamless finish
- Interlocking center section allows movement of ± 1/4" (6 mm) with a joint width of 1-9/16” (40 mm) and ± 3/8" (10 mm) with a joint width of 2" (50 mm)
- Telescoping center components absorb movement in three dimensions
- Available in 6 height and width combinations
- Ideal for areas with heavy foot, vehicle, and industrial traffic, such as warehouses, shopping centers, machine-cleaned surfaces
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Schluter®-DILEX-STF es un sistema de perfiles de juntas de expansión de aluminio que no requiere mantenimiento. El ensamblado del perfil viene ya perforado, asegurado y alineado con soportes al ancho de instalación. Las alas de anclaje del perfil se fijan al substrato con tornillos de anclaje para concreto. El mortero y el recubrimiento de piso se aplican sobre el ala de anclaje. La sección central articulada permite movimientos de ± 1/4" (6 mm) [con un ancho de junta de 1-9/16" (40 mm)] o de ± 3/8" (10 mm) [con un ancho de junta de 2" (50 mm)]. Los componentes centrales telescópicos permiten absorber el movimiento en tres dimensiones.
DILEX-STF se utiliza en zonas expuestas a un tránsito intenso de personas, vehículos y maquinaria, como almacenes e instalaciones de producción, centros comerciales, aeropuertos, estaciones de tren, aparcamientos de varios pisos o superficies que se limpian mecánicamente.
DILEX-STF requires no special maintenance or care and is resistant to mold and fungi. Clean profiles periodically using pH neutral cleaning agents. Oxidation films on exposed aluminum may be removed with a common polishing agent but will form again.
1. Select the appropriate DILEX-STF profile for the construction joint width and the finish height of the floor surface. The profile should be installed slightly below the floor surface (never proud). The anchoring legs must not protrude into the construction joint. Note: Do not remove the alignment brackets until the anchoring screws are installed.
2. If the substrate is not flat or height compensation is required, level the anchoring leg surface using a shrinkage-free mortar. Ensure the joint is free of all setting materials.
3. Set the profile in position, ensuring it is aligned well to the construction joint and completely level.
4. Anchor both sides of the profile. Alternating sides install one masonry anchor screw every 6" (152 mm) along the entire length of the profile, this will result in a screw every 12" (300 mm) on each anchoring leg, in an alternating pattern. For the 7/8" (22 mm) - height DILEX-STF, use flat countersink head screws and countersink holes per manufacturer recommendations.
5. Remove the alignment brackets, then complete the mortar bed installation, membrane, and floor coverings per standard methods while leaving a gap for flexible sealant along the edge of the profile.
6. Fill the gap along the profile with flexible sealant then immediately remove the protective tape from the top surface of the profile.
FAQ
Do I need to keep the brackets to help with installation?
Movement absorption verified through third party testing in accordance with ASTM E1399/E1399M: Standard Test Method for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of Architectural Joint Systems.
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