Product Data Sheet

Version 7/03/2008

Rugasol C

Liquid retarder for concrete surface

Description

Rugasol -C has been specifically designed for the production between

horizontal construction joint and surfaces to expose aggregate work or for
producing a mechanical key to construction joints, stop ends, or
subsequent rendering applications.

Rugasol C is an easy and economical method of obtaining a mechanical

Construction

key for"kicker" joints, renderings and screeds on horizontal surfaces of

freshly placed concrete.

Rugasol

C eliminates the need for sandblasting, hacking and brush

hammering,leaving the aggregate unbroken and firmly embedded.

Action

The retarding compound in Rugasol C combines with cement at the

surface and delays the normal hydration for approximately 1-2 days (high
cement contents and temperatures will reduce the retardation). After this
retardation has finished, the concrete cures to its full strength.

Application

Rugasol C is a transparent liquid that is ready to use straight from

the container. It should not be diluted. A good uniform coat of material
should be sprayed onto the horizontal concrete surface as soon as the
initial "bleeding" of the concrete has finished. (A large garden spray or
watering can is quite suitable.) After the initial cure of the concrete has
elapsed, the soft cement paste on the surface can be brushed off and the

exposed aggregate with clean water. While Rugasol C is in use the

concrete surface must be protected from rain, dirt, etc.
The depth of exposure can vary for different mix designs; however, a depth
of up to 4mm is normal.
Spray equipment should be washed out after use with hot water.
Keep containers closed when not in use and out of the reach of children. Do

not transfer Rugasol C into unlabelled containers.

Packaging

Rugasol C is supplied in 20 kg container.

Storage

Rugasol C should be stored in temperatures between 5 C and 40 C and

has a minimum shelf life of one year unopened.

Coverage

Approximately 0.25 - 0.30 kg/m2

The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sikas
current knowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions in accordance with Sikas
recommendations. In practice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are such that no warranty in respect of merchantability or
of fitness for a particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either from this information, or from any
written recommendations, or from any other advice offered. The user of the product must test the products suitability for the intended application and purpose.
Sika reserves the right to change the properties of its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject
to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies
of which will be supplied on request.

Sika (Thailand) Limited

Head Office
700/37 Moo 5 Bangpakong Industrial Park II,
Km.57 Bangna-Trad Rd., T. Klongtamhru,
Muang District, Cholburi 20000

Tel : +66 3821 4270-85

Fax : +66 3821 4286
E-mail : sikathai@th.sika.com
website : http//www.sika.co.th

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