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Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK

Set retarding admixture for concrete

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK is a liquid admixture developed for the control of cement hydration. Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK retards and stabilizes concrete mixes without negatively influencing their final strength.

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK retards the hydration of cement.
▪ Strong retardation to facilitate long haulage duration
▪ High resistance to segregation with reduced bleed
▪ Extended workability
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Usage

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK retards the initial set in concrete to allow and extended period of workability.  

Advantages

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK retards the hydration of cement.
▪ Strong retardation to facilitate long haulage duration
▪ High resistance to segregation with reduced bleed
▪ Extended workability

Packaging

05 ltr jerry can
20 ltr plastic can
200 ltr drum
1000 ltr IBC
Bulk supply in tanker is possible on demand

Colour

Brown Liquid

Product Details

Product Information

Chemical Base

Organic polymer blend

Shelf Life

12 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged unopened, original sealed packaging.

Storage Conditions

The product must be stored properly in undamaged, unopened original sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5° C and
+35° C. Protect from direct sunlight and frost.

pH-Value

≥ 6

Total Chloride Ion Content

Nil as per EN934-2

Specific gravity

1.16 ± 0.03
System information

Compatibility

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK should not be mixed directly with the following admixtures prior to dispensing as solids can form in the mixture. This can cause increased viscosity and pump / pipe blockages:
▪ Sika® Plastiment®-190
▪ SikaRapid®-1
▪ SikaRapid®-800 ECO
▪ Sika® Viscoflow®-1000
▪ Sika® Viscoflow®-2000
Important: Always conduct trials before combining products in specific
mixes and contact our Technical Service Department for information and
advice about any specific combinations.

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK should be dispensed through suitably calibrated dosing equipment.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.2–2.0 % by weight of cement.

For additional dosage ranges; onsite trails are recommended. 
Application steps

APPLICATION

  • The standard rules of good concreting practice, concerning production and placing, are to be followed.
  • Laboratory trials shall be carried out before concreting on site, especially when using a new mix design or producing new concrete components.
  • Fresh concrete must be cured properly and curing applied as early as possible.
  • Sika® Plastiretard TM 100 C2 RET PK shall not be added to dry cement.
  • Overdosing will result in an increase in setting time.
 

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