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Sika® Plastocrete®

Waterproofing Admixture for Concrete and Mortar

Sika® Plastocrete® is a plasticizer admixture for concrete and mortar in liquid form that acts both as
a highly efficient plasticizer and waterproofing agent.

Sika® Plastocrete® provides the following properties:
  • 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.
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Usage

Sika® Plastocrete® 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

Sika® Plastocrete® provides the following properties:
  • 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

5 l / gallon
25 l / pail

Colour

Brown Liquid

Product Details

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.

Density

1.055 - 1.075 kg/ l (at temperature 25°C)

pH-Value

4.0 - 6.0

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

Sika® Plastocrete® liquid should be dispensed directly into mixing water prior to the aggregates. Accurate dispensing equipment is available on request.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.5 kg. (0.43 l) per cement 2 bags (contains 50 kg / bag)

Sika® Plastocrete® is compatible with all types of Portland Cement, including S.R.C. type and Hydraulic Cement.

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