Product Data Sheet

Version 26/08/2008

Sigunit LA
Liquid Shotcrete Accelerator
Description

Sigunit LA is based upon alkali aluminate and when added to a shotcrete

mix, it provides an accelerated set to the shotcrete mix with minimal
slumping.

Construction

Uses

Sigunit LA can be used for both wet and dry mix shotcrete to provide
a rapid set to shotcrete for tunnelling,mining, shaft sinking,swimming
pools,and general construction application where there is a need to
accelerate the set of concrete.

Product Benefits

Sigunit LA provides some of the following merits:

- Rapid set permits thicker build in one pass
- Minimal rebound
- No dust problems
- Ensures early support strength
- Does not promote corrosion to reinforcement
- Improves overhead shotcrete applications
- Can allow shotcreting on surfaces subjected to water ingress
- Can be used for both wet and dry processes
- Non- Flammable

Application
Dosage

The dosage of Sigunit LA is between 5 and 8 % by weight of cement.

Preliminary trial mixes should be conducted to determine the optimum
dosage as cement chemistry and site conditions dictates the dosage
rate.The required effect is usually achieved with 5-6 % by weight of
cement. Where increased dosages are required,reduced ultimate
strength is to be expected.
Initial stiffening for shotcrete should normally be between 60-90 sec.

Effect of Sigunit LA is dependent on the type,age of cement and ambient temperature.

Dispensing

Sigunit LA should be added directly at the nozzle for wet mix shotcreting
and may be premixed with mixing water for dry mix shotcreting.

Sigunit LA 1/2
D06397040808E

Technical Data
Form

Liquid

Colour

Light yellowish

Density

1.195 - 1.230 kg / ltr.

Effect on setting

Rapid acceleration

Shelf life

Minimum 9 months in original unopened package

Suitability

All Portland cements including SRC

Packaging

200 litres/drums

Precautions in Use

Sigunit LA is alkaline.Wear suitable protective clothings,impervious gloves

and eye/face protection.If contact with eyes/skin occurs wash out with
plenty of clean water and seek medical attention immediately

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

Sigunit LA 2/2
Tel : +66 3821 4270-85
Fax : +66 3821 4286
E-mail : sikathai@th.sika.com
website : http//www.sika.co.th