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Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH)

Waterproofing Admixture for Concrete

Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH) is a liquid admixture for concrete that acts as a highly efficient plasticzer both water reducing and waterproofing effect on among cement grains.

  • Improved workability without increased water content
  • Allows easier compaction leading to denser concrete and superior finish
  • Increased strength and durability
  • Reduced shrinkage
  • Improved watertightness
  • Increased cohesiveness of mortar
  • Chloride free-does not attack reinforcement
Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH)
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Usage

Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH) is recommended for use in waterproofing of masonry and concrete structures such as:
  • Reservoirs and dams
  • Sewerage works
  • Canals
  • Culverts, tunnels
  • Water tanks, swimming pools and wherever waterproof concrete is required
 

Advantages

  • Improved workability without increased water content
  • Allows easier compaction leading to denser concrete and superior finish
  • Increased strength and durability
  • Reduced shrinkage
  • Improved watertightness
  • Increased cohesiveness of mortar
  • Chloride free-does not attack reinforcement

Packaging

200 L/drum
1,000 L/tote or bulk

Colour

Brown Liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

CERTIFICATES AND TEST REPORTS

Complies with ASTM C 494 Type A

Complies with TIS 733-2530
Product Information

Composition

Modified Lignosulphonate

Shelf life

12 months from the date of production If stored properly in undamaged, original, sealed packaging.

Storage conditions

Store in dry conditions, protected from direct sunlight at temperature between+ 5°C and +40°C.

Density

1.155-1.195 kg/L (at temperature 25°C)

Conventional dry material content

33.5-36.5%

pH-Value

5.0 - 7.0 approx.

Total chloride ion content

≤ 0.2%

 

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH) should be dispensed directly into the mixing water, prior to its addition to the aggregates. Accurate dispensing equipment is available on request. Where overdosing accidentally occurs, apart from retardation of the initial set, no detrimental effect will take place.
Consumption

Recommended dosage

200 - 800 CC. per 100 kg. of cement weight.
Sika® Plastocrete® N (TH) is compatible with all types of Portland Cement, including S.R.C type and Hydraulic Cement.

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