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Product Data SheetEdition 19/03/2007Identification no:02 01 01 07 000 0 000005Sika Rapid 2

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Sika Rapid 2

Low Alkali Hardening Accelerator

ProductDescription

Sika

Rapid 2 is a low alkali liquid hardening accelerator for concrete and mortar. Itincreases early age strengths of cementitious mixes without negatively effectingultimate performance. It meets the requirements of BS EN 934-2.

Uses Sika

Rapid 2 increases high early age strength development at between 6 24hours. It should be used in combination with a high range water reducing admixturefrom of Viscocrete range.

Characteristics /Advantages

Increased early age strengths

Improved formwork striking times

Improved construction programs

Improved production effectiveness during cold weather conditions

Product Data

Form Liquid

Appearance / Colour Yellow

Packaging 200 litre and bulk

Storage

Storage Conditions /Shelf-Life

12 months from date of production if stored in unopened and undamagedcontainers, in dry condition at temperatures between +3C and +30C.

Protect from direct sunlight and frost

Technical Data

Density Specific Density, 1.36kg/l (at +20C)

PH Value 8.50 + 1.0

Freezing Point + 1C

Alkali Content (as Na2O)

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Application Details

Consumption / Dosage 0.5 3.0% by weight of cement

Application

Conditions /Limitations

Compatibility Sika

Admixtures:

Compatibility information available on request

Trials are recommended prior to product combining

Notes on Application /Limitations

Support from our Technical Department is recommended

Value Base All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests.Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.

Local Restrictions Please note that as a result of specific local regulations the performance of thisproduct may vary from country to country. Please consult the local Product DataSheet for the exact description of the application fields.

Health and SafetyInformation

For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicalproducts, users should refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheetcontaining physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-related data.

Legal Notes The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the applicationand end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sika's currentknowledge and experience of the products when properly stored, handled andapplied under normal conditions in accordance with Sikas recommendations. Inpractice, the differences in materials, substrates and actual site conditions are suchthat 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 inferredeither from this information, or from any written recommendations, or from any otheradvice offered. The user of the product must test the products suitability for theintended application and purpose. Sika reserves the right to change the propertiesof its products. The proprietary rights of third parties must be observed. All ordersare accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users must alwaysrefer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data Sheet for the productconcerned, copies of which will be supplied on request.

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SikaIrelandLimitedSika House

Ballymun Ind EstBallymunDublin 11Ireland

Phone 01 8620709Telefax 01 8620707www.sika.ie