Product Data Sheet

Version 22/11/2012

Plastocrete -53

Construction

Mid-range Water Reducing Concrete Admixture

Product
Description

Plastocrete -53 is a newly modified of mid-range water reducing of admixture

type for concrete.

Uses


Strength improvement by total cost effectiveness for normal concrete

Extended workability in high ambient temperature

Cement saving is required

For conventional concrete containing cement replacements such as
Fly Ash or Slag

Characteristics /
Advantages


Water reduction up to 15% against control mix

Equal strength to control mix with less cement

Better improvement of early and final strength development

Compensates for slow early strength gain achieved by cement replacements
(PFA, GGBFS). Effectively work with cement replacement (PEA, GGBFS)

Increased workability by its plasticized effect

Good slump retention in high ambient temperature

Tests
Approval / Standards

Complies with ASTM C494 Type A & D

Product Data
Form
Appearance / Colours

Liquid dark brown

Packaging

200 l/drum, 1,000 l/tote

Storage
Storage Conditions/
Shelf Life

In unopened, undamaged original container, protected from direct sunshine

at temperatures between 5C and 40C
12 months

Technical Data
Chemical Base

Aqueous blend of refined lignosulfonates, poly carboxilic and additives

Density

1.15-1.19 kg/l

pH Value

5.5-7.5

Plastocrete -53 1/2

D07912001112E

System Information
Application Details
Consumption / Dosage

400-1,000 cc per 100 kg of binder

Application Instructions
Dispensing

Plastocrete -53 is introduced into the mixer together with mixing water.
The addition of Plastocrete -53 to dry aggregate and cement is not
ecommended, as it lowers plasticizing effects or the water reduction.

Construction

Health and Safety

Information
Safety Precaution


In contact with skin, wash off with soap water

In contact with eyes or mucous membrane flush immediately with
clean warmwater and seek medical attention without delay

Ecology

Do not dispose into water or soil, but according to local regulations.

Transportation

Non-harzadous

Toxicity

Non-toxic under the relevant Swiss Health and Safety Codes

The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith
based on Sikas current knowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in
accordance with Sikas ecommendations. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such that no
warranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever,
can be inferred either from this information, or from any written recommendations, or from any other advice offered. The user of the product
must test the products suitability for the intended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its products.
The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must
always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.

Sika (Thailand) Limited

Head Office
700/37 Moo 5, Bangpakong Industrial Park II,
Bangna-Trad KM.57, Tambol Klong Tamhru,
Muang District, Cholburi, Thailand 20000

Tel : +66 3821 4270-85

Fax : +66 3821 4286
E-mail : sikathai@th.sika.com
www.sika.co.th

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