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Sika®-1 PK

Integral Waterproofing Admixture

Sika®-1 PK is a normal setting liquid waterproofing admixture for mortar and concrete.

Sika®-1 PK blocks the capillaries and pores in the applied cementitious system to provide an effective water barrier against the transmission of liquid water. The benefits of Sika®-1 PK include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Increased impermeability of mortar/concrete
  • Ready to use
  • Easily dispersed 
  • Chloride-free
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Usage

Sika®-1 PK is used for waterproofing of mortars and concrete, in particular for:
  • Renders, masonry mortars and screeds
  • Reinforced and unreinforced concrete
  • Brick, concrete and stone substrates
  • Indoor and outdoor applications, such as basements,
  • swimming pools, tunnels, water tanks, manholes, culverts
  • Usage in tropical and hot climate conditions
 

Advantages

Sika®-1 PK blocks the capillaries and pores in the applied cementitious system to provide an effective water barrier against the transmission of liquid water. The benefits of Sika®-1 PK include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Increased impermeability of mortar/concrete
  • Ready to use
  • Easily dispersed 
  • Chloride-free

Packaging

05 ltr jerry can

20 ltr plastic can

200 ltr drum

1000 ltr IBC

Bulk supply in tanker is possible on demand

Colour

White liquid

Product Details

Product Information

Shelf Life

12 months shelf life 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

≥ 10

Total Chloride Ion Content

Nil (EN 934-2)

 

Specific gravity

1.06 ± 0.02

Application

Consumption

Recommended Dosage

Add one part of Sika®-1 PK to 10 parts of water, which is equivalent to approximately 3 % of cement content. When using very wet sand, the ratio must be increased to 1:8 or in extreme cases 1:6.

Note: Trial mixes should always be conducted to establish the exact dosage rates and water requirements per mix.
Application steps

MIXING

Sika®-1 PK must be stirred slowly before use to ensure a homogeneous, lump free consistency. Sika®-1 PK shall be diluted in the gauging water. The dilution must be stirred slowly (to ensure a homogeneous, lump free consistency) prior addition into the mortar/concrete mixer. Sika®-1 PK can also be added neat to the mortar/concrete mix provided that the mixture is properly mixed to achieve a homogeneous consistency.

CLEANING OF TOOLS

Clean all equipment and tools with water immediately after use.

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