Technical datasheet

Version 2018-02-12
SikaRapid® C-100

SikaRapid® C-100
Superplasticizer for precast
Description SikaRapid® C-100 is a liquid strength accelerator for concrete and mortar. The
product provides early strength development and at the same time positively
impacts on final strenght. SikaRapid® C-100 is especially suitable for all applications
where fast, early strength development is important in the first few hours.

SikaRapid® C-100 is CE marked in accordance with: EN 934-2. CE Certificate No:

2719-CPR-704.
Construction

Usage SikaRapid® C-100 is used in the following applications:

 Manufacturing of concrete elements
 Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) where early deformation is important
 Slipform Concrete
 RMC where waiting times are critical
 Concrete mixtures containing mixed cement
Characteristics/ SikaRapid® C-100 provides the following benefits through accelerated concrete
Advantages hardening within 4 to 18 hours depending on concrete composition, fresh
concrete temperature and curing conditions:
 Faster turning of the shape within element molding applications.
 Reduced or eliminated heat or steam hardening
 Fast construction processes and early load bearing capacity.
 No negative impact on final strength.
 Ensured early strength development of concrete mixes with mixed cement
 Use of optimized binder paste volume, which provides increased durability

SikaRapid® C-100 does not contain chlorides or other substances that can cause
corrosion on steel. The product can therefore be used in reinforced concrete
structures.
Technical Data
Chemical base Nitrate-containing calcium silicate compounds
Colour White/reddish liquid
Density 1.39 ± 0.03 kg/dm³
pH-value 4±1
Chloride cont. <0.10 % by weight
Alkali cont., ekv Na2O <6.0 % by weight
Corrosive properties Not relevant when the instructions is followed
Dry cont. 55 ± 1.5 %
Viscosity Easy flow able liquid
Dosage 1.0-4.0 % by cement weight
Place of origin Sika Sverige AB
Domnarvsgatan 15
163 08 Spånga
SVERIGE
Packing size Can 25 kg, barrel 280 kg, IBC 1400 kg and tanker truck.
Shelf life 6 months from date of production for proper storage in unopened original packaging
at temperatures between + 5 ° C and + 30 ° C. Protect from direct sunlight and
frost. Avoid contact with acids and ferrous materials during storage.
Hazardous substances Se separate safety data sheet.

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 Application  SikaRapid® C-100 can be combined with other Sika products.
 Do not use SikaRapid® C-100 combined with expanding additives or retarding
admixtures (eg SikaRetarder).
 Important: Always try pre-testing before combining products in a mix and contact
our technical support for information and advice regarding special combinations.

 SikaRapid® C-100 is added to the measured water or added together with the
water into the concrete mixer.
 SikaRapid® C-100 can also be added to the concrete truck at the workplace.
When added to the workplace, the car mixer should rotate at maximum for at
least 1 minute per m³ of concrete and at least 5 minutes to obtain a uniform
concrete mixture.
 Check visually that the concrete mix is even before the concrete is casted.

 The standard rules for good concrete work, both in terms of production and
casting, must be followed.
 Laboratory trials shall be performed before casting in the workplace, especially
when using a new concrete recipe or in the production of new concrete
components.
 Fresh concrete must be cured properly and curing applied as early as possible,
Construction

especially at low temperatures.

 Clean all tools and application equipment with water immediately after use.
Hardened material can only be removed mechanically.

 When using SikaRapid® C-100, a suitable concrete composition must be used

and local materials are tested.
 If the product has been frozen and / or precipitated, SikaRapid® C-100 can be
used after first thawing at room temperature and during intensive mixing.
SikaRapid® C-100 should not be added to dry cement. Before use, suitability test
must be performed.
Vadility All technical data given in this product sheet are based on laboratory tests. Actual
data may differ due to circumstances beyond our control
Health &
Environment See separate health and environment data sheet.
Regulations The information, and in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika
products, are given in good faith based on Sika’s current knowledge and experience of the products when
properly stored, handled and applied under normal conditions. 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
proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of
sale and delivery. Users should always refer to the most recent issue of the Technical Data Sheet for the
product concerned, copies of which will be supplied on request. www.sika.se.

Sika Sverige AB
Domnarvsgatan 15
Box 8061 Tel. +46 8 621 89 00
SE-163 08 Spånga Fax +46 8 621 89 89
Sverige www.sika.se

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