Cikocrete Micro: Technical Data
Cikocrete Micro: Technical Data
Cikocrete Micro: Technical Data
CIKOcrete Micro
Free flowing micro concrete for structural concrete repair
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Exposed Reinforcement treatment Placing
The exposed reinforcement must be cleaned Mixed material has to be placed within 30 minutes of
and treated to remove rust by sandblasting and mixing in order to gain full benefits of fluidity and
priming using zinc rich based epoxy primer or expansion properties.
alternative suitable primer. Curing
In case a good surface preparation is hard to The repaired area must be cured as per the standard
achieve, it is recommended to treat the rusty or curing practices. Apply membrane curing agent
poorly prepared steel with the suitable type of CIKOcure AC, to prevent surface cracking.
rust chelating product or rust converter.
Packaging
Formwork CIKOcrete Micro is available in 25kg moisture resistant
In accordance to the orientation of the surface bags.
that to be repaired and method of placing
CIKOcrete Micro, prepare a rigid and water tight
Shelf Life
formwork. The surface absorption of formwork
CIKOcrete Micro has a shelf life of 12 months if stored in
should be properly sealed to ensure that there is
accordance with CIKO instructions.
no water absorption from the repair material.
CIKOcrete Micro made to stiff mortar
consistency can be used to seal the gaps Storage
between formwork and concrete to make it CIKOcrete Micro should be stored under cool enclosed
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watertight. The unrestrained surface of repair shaded area between 5 C and 35 C
should be kept to a minimum and care should be
taken to ensure at least 20mm build up is there Precautions
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over reinforcement. Access to pour or pump the Application temperature must be between 5 C
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mixed material should be made in the formwork. and 35 C.
The temperature of both CIKOcrete Micro and
Priming elements coming into contact with the grout
The prepared concrete substrates must be should be in the range of 10°C to 35°C.
dampened and soaked with clean water several Do not overwork and avoid using mechanical
hours prior to application of CIKOcrete Micro to vibration.
assist the free flow of material. Prior application, Under no circumstances should CIKOcrete
ensure that the concrete is uniformly damp and Micro be re-tempered by the later addition of
free from any standing water. In case of water.
presence of deleterious salts in the concrete,
CIKObond EPL may be used to bond the parent Health & safety
concrete with CIKOcrete Micro. If CIKObond Use standard mask to avoid inhalation of dust. Powder
EPL is being used, pre-soaking should be when wet or moist can cause burns to skin and eyes
avoided and the surface should be dry. Care which should be protected during use. If comes in
should be taken to ensure that CIKOcrete Micro contact with skin/eyes, flush with plenty of fresh water
is applied over the parent concrete within the and seek medical advice.
tack-free time of CIKObond EPL. Alternatively
CIKObond AC can be used to prime the damp Refer Material Safety Data Sheet for further detail
substrate.
Mixing
CIKOcrete Micro is a ready to use material and
only 3.5 - 4 litres of potable grade water is be
added to each 25kg pack. Mix for 2 to 3 minutes
until a smooth and lump-free consistency is
attained. Powder must always be added to water
and not vice-versa.
Note: Chilled water must be used to attain best
results.
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Technical Support
For any technical support, do not hesitate to
contact CIKO team at any time as CIKO offers
on and off site services to end users, specifier
and contractors.