Sigunit®L22 

Liquid Accelerator for

Gunite & Shotcrete
Technical Data Sheet
DESCRIPTION
Sigunit L22 is a quick-setting and waterproofing liquid for use with sprayed concrete or gunite.
USES
Sigunit set accelerators are used to speed up work and contribute to good water tightness of the
(concrete) linings. The admixture improves overhead spraying and reduces rebound. By
incorporating Sigunit L22 in the mix, thicker layers of lining can be applied at each passing,
reducing cost for rebound and moving of equipment.

Sigunit L22 does not contain any chlorides or nitrates and will not corrode steel. Sigunit set
accelerators have been used successfully throughout the world since 1933.
ADVANTAGES
By incorporating a set accelerator to the gunite or shotcrete, faster execution of the application
can be achieved, allowing a quicker access to the work area without the risk of collapse.
Further advantages are:
 Reduction in rebound
 Less dust in the atmosphere
 Ability to stop leaking water
 Reduction in cement content
 Increased early strength
 Suitable for use with all Portland cements.

CLEAN UP
Clean all tools, equipment and hands with water immediately after use.
HEALTH PRECAUTIONS
Exercise care as with handling any chemical construction product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Use adequate ventilation. Use of safety goggles and chemical resistant gloves are recommended.
Remove contaminated clothing immediately.
FIRST AID
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Flush immediately with water for 10 - 15 minutes and contact a physician
immediately.
Respiratory Problems: Remove affected person to fresh air immediately and contact a
physician.
Hygiene: Wash hands immediately after use. Wash clothing before re-use.
SPILLS
Collect with absorbent material. Uncured material may be removed with clean water.
PACKAGING
 
25 litre and 200litre drums.
 
DOSAGE 
 
The dosage of Sigunit L22 is generally between 3 and 7% by weight of cement. The required
effect is usually achieved with 3 – 4%. Where a very much faster set is necessary, dosages of
5% or more can be employed.
Initial set for shotcrete should normally be between 45 and 90 seconds and final set between 2
and 4 minutes. Under difficult conditions, these rates may be altered for initial set between 30
and 60 seconds with a final set between 1 and 2 minutes.

Note: As a result of the speed of set, test samples cannot be compacted other than through
gunite or shotcrete equipment. Compaction by hand is not suitable as initial set will be
destroyed.
 
Instructions for Use
 
DISPENSING
 
Sigunit L22 must be added with the water at the nozzle. Injection of the Sigunit L22 into the
water line is normally arranged through a specially adapted dispenser of which there are two
basically different systems. One of which keeps the Sigunit L22 dosage constant irrespective of
the added water. The other where the solution of Sigunit L22 is constant in the water stream.
 
 
 
 
 
TECHNICAL DATA
Shelf Life: 6 months in original unopened containers
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry area between 5°C and 250C. Protect from frost.
Form: Liquid.
Colour: Clear.
Density: ± 1.5kg/litre
 
DISPOSAL
 
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
 
WARNING
 
KEEP CONTAINER CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
NOT FOR INTERNAL CONSUMPTION.
 
Contact Sika for further health and safety information.
“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 within their shelf life. 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 which are available on request. 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, or can be accessed on the internet under www.sika.co.za.”
The Company reserves itself the right to change the formulation of Sika products if so required by new Rev. 10/2002
research and development.