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Sika® Plastiment® RCC-M

Set-retarding admixture for roller compacted concrete

Sika® Plastiment RCC-M is a highly efficient set-retarding admixture for mass roller compacted concrete where a controlled extension of setting time is required.

  • Controlled setting time
  • Chloride free – does not attack reinforcement
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Usage

  • Large volume pours
  • Avoidance of cold joints
  • Long hauls
  • Difficult placing conditions
  • Elevated temperatures
 

Advantages

  • Controlled setting time
  • Chloride free – does not attack reinforcement

Packaging

200 Litre drum 

1000 Litre IBC

Colour

Brown liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / STANDARDS

Complies with ASTM C 494-81 type B
Product Information

Shelf Life

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

Storage Conditions

Store properly in undamaged containers, in dry conditions at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C. Protect from direct sunlight and frost.

Density

1.15 +0.03 (at +25°C)

pH-Value

7.0

Application

Application Information

Compatibility

Sika® Plastiment RCC-M is compatible with all types of Portland Cement including S.R.C.

Dispensing

Sika® Plastiment RCC-M should be added with the mixing water or introduced at the end of the mixing process.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

0.2 – 1.5% by weight of cement.

  • The retardation rate achieved is directly dependant on the dosage rate which in turn is influenced by quality of cement and aggregates, water: cement ratio and temperatures.
  • In many cases it is advisable to carry out trial mixes to establish the exact dosage rate required.
 
Application steps

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

The standard rules of good concreting practice, concerning production as well as placing, are to be followed.

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