A tall cylindrical roll of light green dimpled underlayment material photographed upright on a white background. A rectangular blue, white and yellow product label near the top reads 'UX 500 SAFEGUARD' and shows the UZIN brand logo, a QR code and blocks of technical text; the membrane surface displays a repeating circular dimple pattern. Studio-style product shot emphasizing the roll's color, textured surface and label details; intended as an uncoupling and waterproofing membrane for floor installations.

UX 500 SafeGuard Tile and Stone

High-Tech, Fiber-Reinforced Uncoupling Membrane

Applications

  • Tile and stone applications in interior wet and dry areas
  • Over UZIN priming and surface preparation systems
  • Single-layer tongue-and-groove plywood subfloors 3/4” (19 mm) or thicker on joists up to 19.2” (49 cm) O.C., eliminating backerboards*
  • Concrete and gypsum substrates to isolate the tile from the floor assembly
  • Young concrete substrates once walkable*   
  • Radiant heat floor applications 
  • Residential, commercial, and industrial applications
    Compatible with UZIN CX 15, 20, 30, 33, and 38 cement-based tile-setting mortars, as well as UZIN TR 400 resin-based setting mortar*  
  • For topical waterproof integrity, UZIN WP Seam Tape bonded with UZIN CX 15, 20, 30, 33, and 38 or UZIN HS 200 is recommended for seams and perimeter details* 
  • Meets LEED requirements in IEQ credit (4.1) Low Emitting Materials – Adhesives and Sealants (LEED v4)  

* See Product Data Sheet Important Notes

Properties

  • Installer-Friendly - Extremely lightweight, easty to carry, fit, & cut
  • No Memory Effect - Rolls out flat immediately
  • High-Tech Surface - Polyethylene core with high-tech fibers on top for superior bond to thin-set
  • Fast-Track Installation - Can be installed over young concrete & gypsum with tile install on membrane immediately
  • Underlayment Grade - Replaces traditional tile backerboard over single layer plywood or OSB
  • High Compressive Strength and Load Displacement - Meets ASTM 627 Extra Heavy
  • Waterproof and Vapor Management - Allows vapor to equalize from the underside, but waterproof from the top when seams & perimeter are treated

* At 70 °F (21 °C) and 65% relative humidity.
Packaging

39.3” x 98.4’ (1 x 30 m)
323 sf roll

Storage

48 months

Application temperature

40 – 90°F (4 – 32°C)

Ready for foot traffic

Tile bond to membrane (approx.):
16 hours with CX 15 and 20
12 hours with 30 and 38
2.5 hours with CX 33

Ready for covering

Time before tiling
Immediately after placement

Thickness

1/8” (3 mm)

Thermal resistance

In-service temperature range is -40 – 194°F (-35 – 90°C)

Fire reaction

Will not contribute to flame spread when installed

Gewicht

35 lbs (16 kg) per roll

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