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SikaTard®-960 HC

Cement hydration stabilising admixture

SikaTard®-960 HC is an admixture designed to delay cement hydration. SikaTard®-960 HC facilitates stabilization of concrete mixtures for long periods with no negative effects on final quality.

  • SikaTard®-960 HC inhibits cement hydration.
  • Does not contain materials promoting steel corrosion.
  • Complements most of the ViscoCrete superplasticizer for a cost-effective shotcrete base mix.
  •  With the use of Sigunit® accelerators cement hydration can be re-started on demand.
  • Suitable for mining industry.
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Usage

SikaTard®-960 HC is recommended for the following applications:
  • shotcrete application (either wet or dry)
  • when fresh concrete requires stabilization
  • where the temporary prevention of cement hydration of concrete is required
 

Advantages

  • SikaTard®-960 HC inhibits cement hydration.
  • Does not contain materials promoting steel corrosion.
  • Complements most of the ViscoCrete superplasticizer for a cost-effective shotcrete base mix.
  •  With the use of Sigunit® accelerators cement hydration can be re-started on demand.
  • Suitable for mining industry.

Packaging

1000 litre IBC

Colour

Clear to slightly cloudy liquid.

Product Details

Product Information

Chemical Base

A solution of specially selected surface active organic compounds.

Shelf Life

Stored at temperatures between 5° C and 35° C in unopened original containers protected from direct sunlight and frost, shelf life is one (1) year.

Storage Conditions

Store protected from direct sunlight and frost at temperatures between 5° C and 35° C .

Density

1.13 g/cm3 approximately

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

SikaTard®-960 HC is added into the mix at the batching plant together with the gauging water.

Compatibility

SikaTard®-960 HC may be combined with all Plastiment, SikaPlast and ViscoCrete admixtures. SikaTard®-960 HC is also compatible with the most of Sika® Concrete products.

Important note:

Always conduct trials before combining products in specific mixes and contact Sika Technical Service for more information and advice.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

Depending on the required amount of retardation, 150-1500 mls/100 kg of cement.

Please contact our Technical Team for dosage rate out of the above range.

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