Product Data Sheet adapted by the Export DepartmentEdition October, 2006Number 2.11Version no. 136.2006SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12

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SIKA® VISCOCRETE® TEMPO 12A multi-purpose superplasticizer / high-range water-reducingagent for ready-mixed concretes.

Conforms to standard NF EN 934-2 Tab. 1, 3.1 and 3.2

Presentation SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12 is a new generation, non-chlorinated, acryliccopolymer superplasticizer / high-range water-reducting agent

Areas of use _ SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12 enables the making of concretes – from plastic to self-compacting concretes – that need to be transported over long distances and pumped._ In self-compacting, SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12 improves stability, limits segregation of the concrete and makes the formulae less susceptible to variations in water and constituents.

General Characteristics SIKA VISCOCRETE temp 12 is a powerful superplasticizer which gives concretesthe following properties :_ long rheology (>2h),_ resistance to segregation_ good quality facing

CharacteristicsAppearance A light brown liquidPackaging _ 230kg drum

_ 1000L container_ Bulk

Storage Store in an enclosed space, away from direct sunlight and front, at bewteen 5 and30oc. SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12 may freeze, but, once defrosted (slowly)and rehomogenized, it will regain its original qualities.

Shelf-life 1 year if packaging intactTechnical datadensity 1.06+ 0.01

pH 6 + 1

Na2O Eq. content ≤ 1%

Dry extract 30.2 + 1.3%

CI-ions content ≤ 0.1%

Conditions for useDosage

How it is used SIKA VISCOCRETE TEMPO 12 is added – either at the same time as the mixingwater or at a later stage to concrete that has been pre-moistened with a fraction ofthe mixing water.

Precautions for use In the event of contact with the skin, rinse with plenty of water.Consult the safety data sheet available via Minitael 3613, code SIKASECUR or onthe Internet at www.sika.fr

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