Product Data Sheet Show all documents
Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC

Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC

HIGH-RANGE WATER REDUCING SHOTCRETE ADMIXTURE WITH WORKABILITY RETAINING TECHNOLOGY

Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC is a liquid high-range water reducing and workability retaining admixture for shotcrete that requires extended workability.

  • Extended slump retention
  • Less sensitive to variations in cement and aggregate types
  • Improved cohesion properties
  • Improved early and ultimate strengths 
  • Improved rheology and durability
  • Reduced drying shrinkage
Product Data Sheet Show all documents

Usage

  • Applications that require high quality shotcrete
  • Applications that require improved workability retention
 

Advantages

  • Extended slump retention
  • Less sensitive to variations in cement and aggregate types
  • Improved cohesion properties
  • Improved early and ultimate strengths 
  • Improved rheology and durability
  • Reduced drying shrinkage

Packaging

1000 litre IBC

bulk deliveries

Colour

Light straw colour liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC meets the requirements of AS1478.1 (type HWR).
Product Information

Chemical Base

Modified polycarboxylate in aqueous solution

Shelf Life

12 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged containers.

Storage Conditions

Store in dry conditions at temperatures between +5°C and +35°C. Protect from direct sunlight and frost.

Density

1.05 kg/l (at +20°C)

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

  • Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC should be dispensed through suitable calibrated dosing equipment with the mixing water
  • The standard rules of good concreting practice, concerning production as well as spraying, are to be followed. Refer to relevant standards.
  • Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC should not be added to dry cement .

Compatibility

Sika® ViscoCrete®-88 SC can be used in conjunction with all the concrete admixtures manufactured by Sika (NZ) Limited.
All admixtures must be added separately.
For additional information, please contact Sika technical personnel.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

Recommended dosage for shotcrete: 400 ml to 1500 ml per 100 kg of total cementitious material.
Optimum dosage should be determined by site trials.

Documents