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Sika Retarder-50, Set Retarding Admixture for Concrete

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SIKA

Sika is a global leader in specialty chemicals for the construction and industrial sectors. The company develops and supplies innovative products and systems for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting structures. With a strong focus on sustainability and performance, Sika serves a wide range of applications including concrete production, waterproofing, roofing, flooring, and structural strengthening.

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Set retarding admixture for concrete

Sika® Retarder-50 is a liquid admixture developed for the control of cement hydration. Sika® Retarder-50 retards and stabilises concrete mixes without negatively influencing their final strength.

  • Strong retardation to facilitate long haulage duration
  • High resistance to segregation with reduced bleed
  • Extended workability
Usage
Sika® Retarder-50 retards the initial set in concrete to allow an extended period of workability.  
Advantages
Sika® Retarder-50 retards the hydration of cement.
  • Strong retardation to facilitate long haulage duration
  • High resistance to segregation with reduced bleed
  • Extended workability
Packaging

18 L drum, 200 L drum, 1000 L IBC

Colour

Pale Straw Liquid

Application Information
Dispensing

Sika® Retarder-50 should be dispensed through suitably calibrated dosing equipment

 
Compatibility

Sika® Retarder-50 should not be mixed directly with the following admixtures prior to dispensing as solids can form in the mixture.  This can cause increased viscosity and pump / pipe blockages:

Sika® Plastiment®-190

SikaRapid®-1

SikaRapid®-800 ECO

Sika® Viscoflow®-1000

Sika® Viscoflow®-2000

Important: Always conduct trials before combining products in specific mixes and contact our Technical Service Department for information and advice about any specific combinations.