Rugasol G 2011-10 - 1
Rugasol G 2011-10 - 1
Rugasol G 2011-10 - 1
Edition 2013-11_1
Rugasol G
Rugasol G
Concrete surface retarder
Construction
Product
Description
Uses
Characteristics
Advantages
Decorative finish for floor slabs, driveways, patios, swimming pool decks,
footpaths, etc.
Product Data
Form
Appearance / Colour
Packaging
Storage
Storage Conditions /
Shelf Life
6 months from the date of production if stored properly in original, unopened and
undamaged sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5C and
+30C. Protect from direct sunlight.
Technical Data
Specific Gravity
1.08
Depth of Etch
3 5 mm
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System
Information
Application
Instructions
Application on to
Fresh Concrete
Placing of Concrete
The concrete is placed and compacted in the normal manner. It is then trowelled or
floated.
Application
Thoroughly mix Rugasol G with water (mix ratio Rugasol G : Water = 1 : 2).
The solution obtained is stable.
Immediately after the bleed water has disappeared from the concrete and before
setting has started, spray diluted Rugasol G directly on the concrete surface with a
minimum pressure of 3 bars. It is essential that a uniform rate of coverage be
achieved.
concrete, ambient temperature, the amount of Rugasol G and the time it is left on
the concrete surface before removal. However, an etch depth of 4 mm is normal.
Preliminary trials are recommended.
Application on to
Formwork Surface
Mixing
Rugasol G is supplied ready-to-use for this application and should not be diluted.
Application
Formwork should be clean and free from any form release agent. Rugasol G shall
be applied with a brush.
A thorough and uniform rate of coverage is required to achieve a uniform and even
depth of etch.
necessary that the layer of Rugasol G dry completely before concreting takes
place. While drying, Rugasol G shall be protected from water and rain.
Removal
For optimum results, forms or moulds should be removed as soon as possible after
the concrete has gained sufficient strength; normally 24 to 48 hours in warm
weather.
Wash, brush or water-jet the surface to reveal the exposed aggregate.
Some of the soft cement paste will adhere to the forms when the mould is stripped.
This can be removed easily from both the formwork and the concrete while still soft
by washing and brushing.
Always clean moulds immediately after stripping as the soft cement paste will soon
harden.
Cleaning of Tools
Clean all tools and application equipment with water immediately after use.
Hardened and/or cured material can only be mechanically removed.
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Value Base
All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.
Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.
For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical
products, users shall refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet (available
on request) containing physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related
data
Legal Notes
Phone: +606-7991762
Fax:
+606-7991980
e-mail: [email protected]
www.sika.com.my
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