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Sikament®-520 BA Star

High Range Water Reducing And Slumping Retaining Concrete Admixture

Sikament®-520 BA Star is used as a highly effective water-reducing agent and superplasticizer for the production of high quality, free flowing concrete in hot climates. The dual action of Sikament®-520 BA Star imparts excellent slump retention for prolonged periods, with high early and ultimate strengths. Suitable for use in tropical and hot climatic conditions.

Sikament®-520 BA Star provides the following properties:
As a Superplastiziser
  • Substantial improvement in workability without          increased water or the risk of segregation.
  • Long-lasting control of slump loss.
  • No adverse effect on ultimate strengths.
As a Water Reducer
  • Early strengths significantly increased.
  • High ultimate strengths.
  • Up to 20% water reduction.
  • Especially suitable for hot climates.
  • No excessive air-entrainment.
  • No adverse shrinkage effects.
  • Improved surface finish.
  • Increased water tightness.
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Usage

Sikament®-520 BA Star is used wherever high-quality concrete is demanded under difficult placing and climatic conditions.  

Advantages

Sikament®-520 BA Star provides the following properties:
As a Superplastiziser
  • Substantial improvement in workability without          increased water or the risk of segregation.
  • Long-lasting control of slump loss.
  • No adverse effect on ultimate strengths.
As a Water Reducer
  • Early strengths significantly increased.
  • High ultimate strengths.
  • Up to 20% water reduction.
  • Especially suitable for hot climates.
  • No excessive air-entrainment.
  • No adverse shrinkage effects.
  • Improved surface finish.
  • Increased water tightness.

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

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

Following test results are based on ASTM C494 Type G
Product Information

Chemical Base

Organic polymer blend

Shelf Life

12 months minimum from production date if stored properly in original unopened 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

≤ 0.2% (EN934-2)

Specific gravity

1.14 ± 0.03

Application

Application Information

Compatibility

Sikament®-520 BA Star may be combined with the following Sika products:

  • SikaPump
  • Sika FerroGard-901
  • SikaFume

It is also compatible with sulphate resistant cement. Pre-trials are

recommended if combinations with the above products are being made. Please consult our Technical Services

Dispensing

Sikament®-520 BA Star can be added separately to the freshly mixed concrete or directly to the mixing water prior to its addition to the aggregates. When added separately to the freshly mixed concrete, further mixing should take place for at least one minute per cubic meter.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.8 – 3% by weight of cement. It is advisable to carry out trial mixes to

establish the exact dosage rate required.
Application steps

CLEANING OF TOOLS

Clean all equipment and tools with water immediately after use.

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