Technical Data Sheet

Edition 1, 2009
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Sika ViscoCrete - 3110 W

Sika® ViscoCrete®-3110 W
High Performance Superplasticizer

Product Sika® ViscoCrete®- 3110 W is a third generation superplasticizer for concrete and mortar. It is particularly
Description developed for the production of high flow concrete with exceptional slump retention. Sika® Viscocrete®-
3110 W is especially suitable for use in concrete mixes containing Microsilica and other Pozzolanic
materials like GGBS, Fly Ash. This product is suitable for moderate climatic conditions.

Uses Sika® ViscoCrete® - 3110 W facilitates extreme water reduction, excellent flowability with optimum
cohesion and excellent self compacting behaviour.
Sika® Viscocrete® -3110 W is used for the following types of concrete:
• High flow concrete
• Self compacting concrete
• Concrete with high water reduction
• High strength concrete
• In slabs, foundations, walls, columns and piers, piles, prestressed concrete, bridges and
cantilever structures and precast concrete

Characteristics/Advantage Sika® ViscoCrete ® - 3110 W acts by surface absorption on the cement particles producing a sterical
hindrance as well as electrostatic repulsion between cement particles which results in higher dispersion,
flow and retention.
Sika® Viscocrete® - 3110 W provides the following beneficial properties :
• Strong self-compacting behavior
• High water reduction (resulting in high density and strengths)
• Increased high ultimate strength development
• Improved shrinkage and creep behavior
• Reduced rate of carbonation of the concrete
• Improved finish
Sika ® ViscoCrete ® - 3110 W does not contain chlorides or other steel corrosion promoting ingredients.
Therefore, it may be used without restriction for reinforced and pre-stressed concrete construction.
Sika ® ViscoCrete ® 3110 W gives the concrete extended workability and depending on the mix design
and the quality of materials used, workability can be maintained for more than 1 hour at 30°C

Tests

Approval / Standards It conforms to the requirement of ASTM C494/C494M-99a Type G & BSEN 934-2.

Product Data

Form

Appearance / Colour Colourless to yellowish liquid

Packaging 1000 litres flow bins / IBC

Storage conditions / shelf 12 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged and unopened original sealed
life containers/ packaging away from direct sunlight.
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Sika ViscoCrete - 3110 W should be stored in original containers and above 5°C. If frozen, gradually
thaw and agitate until completely homogenised. Prolonged storage at higher temperature (above 35°C)
is not advisable. Failure to comply with the recommended storage condition may result in premature
deterioration of the product or packaging.

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Technical Data

Chemical Base Aqueous solution of modified polycarboxylates, co-polymers

Density 1.08 – 1.10 Kg/L at 25°C

System Information

Consumption / Dosage &

Application

Dosage For soft plastic concrete 0.2 – 0.4% by weight of binder

For flowing and self compacting concrete 0.4 – 1.5%* by weight of binder.
Higher dosage up to 1.7 % by weight of binder, can be used depending on the mix design & concrete
workability requirement, but a pre-trial to confirm the dosage must be done by the user.

* Note: With some binders set retardation may occur at dosages greater than 1.0%.

Concrete Placing With the use of Sika® ViscoCrete ® - 3110 W, concrete of the highest quality is produced.
The standard rules of good concreting practice (production as well as placing) must also be observed
with Sika® ViscoCrete ® - 3110 W concrete.
Fresh concrete must be cured properly

Application/conditions Limitations

Compatibility Sika ® ViscoCrete ® -3110 W may be combined with many other Sika Products particularly with Sika
Pump, Sika Fume, Sika Retatder and Sika Retardol-25, Sika1
It’s important to note that always conduct trials before combining products in specific mixes and contact
our Technical Services Department for information and advice about any specific combination.

Application Instructions

Addition/ dispensing Sika® ViscoCrete ® - 3110 W is added to the gauging water or simultaneously discharge it into the
concrete mixer. For optimum utilization of its high water reduction property, we recommend thorough
mixing at a minimal wet mixing time of 60 seconds. The addition of the remaining gauging water (to
fine tune concrete consistency) may only be started after two-thirds of the wet mixing time, to avoid
surplus water in the concrete.

Application Method / The standard rules of good concreting practice, concerning production and placing, are to be
Tools followed. Refer to relevant standards.

Notes on Application/ When using Sika® Viscocrete® - 3110 W a suitable mix design must be selected and local material
Limitations sources should be trialed.
If frozen and/or if precipitation has occurred, Sika Viscocrete® 3110 W may only be used after thawing
slowly at room temperature and intensive mixing.
Sika® Viscocrete® - 3110 W should not be added to dry cement.
Before pouring, suitability tests on the fresh concrete must be carried out.
Due to the extended workability, take special care that formwork is properly installed and secured.

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

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

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Health and Safety For information and advice on the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemical products, users
Information should refer to the most recent Material Safety Data Sheet containing physical, ecological,
toxicological and other safety-related data.

Safety Instructions Accidental splashes onto skin must be washed off with water and soap. In contact with eyes or
mucous membrane, rinse with clean warm water and seek medical attention without delay.

Safety precautions Do not dispose of into water or soil but according to local regulations

Ecology Non-toxic under the relevant Swiss Health and Safety Codes.

Transport Non-hazardous

Important Notes The information given in this data sheet is based on many years’ experience and is correct to the best
of our knowledge. However, since success of application of our products is dependent on number of
factors, we can only be responsible for quality of our products at the time of dispatch. Certain changes
are possible in the product data sheet as we are constantly endeavoring to improve it through our
R&D. Hence, in the event of any doubt on critical parameter, it is advisable to seek clarification from
our technical personnel.

Legal Note 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 accordance with
Sika’s 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 product’s 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.

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Sika UAE LLC
Tel. No. +971 4 439 8200
Fax No. +971 4 439 3606
P.O. Box126212, Dubai UAE

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