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Sikament® R-2002

A highly effective super plasticizer with a set retarding effect for producing free- flowing concrete in hot climates. Also a substantial water reducing agent for promoting high early and ultimate strengths.

A highly effective super plasticizer with a set retarding effect for producing free-flowing concrete in hot climates. Also a substantial water reducing agent for promoting high early and ultimate strengths

Sikament® -R2002 provides the following properties: As a Super Plasticizer:
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 15% water reduction. Especially suitable for hot climates. No excessive air entrainment. No adverse Shrinkage effect. Improved surface finish. Increased water tightness. Chloride free-does not attack reinforcement
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Usage

Sikament® -R2202 is used wherever high quality concrete is demanded under difficult placing and climatic conditions.

Advantages

Sikament® -R2002 provides the following properties: As a Super Plasticizer:
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 15% water reduction. Especially suitable for hot climates. No excessive air entrainment. No adverse Shrinkage effect. Improved surface finish. Increased water tightness. Chloride free-does not attack reinforcement

Packaging

5 and 20 kg pails
220 kg drums
Bulk Tanks packing available upon request

Colour

Brown Liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / CERTIFICATES

It complies with ASTM C-494 Type G and B.S. 5075 Part 3.
Product Information

Composition

Modified Synthetic Dispersion

Shelf life

12 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged and unopened original sealed packing.

Storage conditions

Store in dry conditions, protected from direct sunlight and frost.

Density

(at 20°C) 1.185 (ASTM C-494)

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

  • Sikament® -R2002 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.
  • Automatic and accurate dispensing equipment is available from Sika.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.6 - 1.5 % by weight of cement.

Exact dosage rates are dependent on the type of effect sought, quality of cement & aggregates, Water/Cement-ratio and ambient temperature. Therefore, it is advisable to carry out trial mixes.

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