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SikaPlast® GL 120 S

(former MGlenium 120S)

Water reducing and retarding superplasticizing admixture for concrete

SikaPlast® GL 120 S is part of a range of latest generation superplasticizers engineered for ready-mix concrete.
SikaPlast® GL 120 S is based on unique polymers with long lateral chains. This greatly improves cement dispersion. At the start of the mixing process the same electrostatic dispersion occurs but the presence of the lateral chains, linked to the polymer backbone, generate a steric hindrance which stabilises the cement particles capacity to separate and disperse.
This mechanism provides flowable concrete with greatly reduced water demand.
Suitable for use in hot and tropical climatic conditions.

SikaPlast® GL 120 S provides the following beneficial properties:
▪ Substantial improvement in workability without increased water
▪ Low risk of segregation
▪ Normal set without retardation (within the dosage limit)
▪ Improved density and surface finish
▪ Improved water tightness
▪ Excellent solution for continuous concrete casting of deep elements
▪ Does not contain chlorides or other steel corrosion promoting ingredients
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Usage

▪ Ready mixed concrete
▪ High flow concrete
▪ Concrete with high water reduction
▪ Slabs
▪ Foundations
▪ Walls
▪ Columns and piers
▪ Piles
▪ Pre-stressed concrete
▪ Bridges and cantilever structures  

Advantages

SikaPlast® GL 120 S provides the following beneficial properties:
▪ Substantial improvement in workability without increased water
▪ Low risk of segregation
▪ Normal set without retardation (within the dosage limit)
▪ Improved density and surface finish
▪ Improved water tightness
▪ Excellent solution for continuous concrete casting of deep elements
▪ Does not contain chlorides or other steel corrosion promoting ingredients

Packaging

1000 L flowbin or bulk supply in tanker

Colour

Light to dark brown liquid

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

CERTIFICATES AND TEST REPORTS

SikaPlast® GL 120 S follows the requirements of ASTM C494; Type G and EN 934-2
Product Information

Composition

Aqueous solution of modified polycarboxylates, co-polymers

Shelf life

12 months from date of production if stored properly

Storage conditions

Store in undamaged, unopened, original sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5 °C and +50 °C. Mix well before using.

Density

~1.07 kg/l (+25°C)

Total chloride ion content

Nil

(EN 934-2)
Technical Information

Concreting guidance

The standard rules of good concreting practice for production and placing must be observed when using SikaPlast® GL 120 S in concrete. Refer to relevant standards.
Fresh concrete must be cured properly especially at high temperatures in order to prevent plastic and drying shrinkage. Use Sika® Antisol® products as a curing agent or apply wet hessian.

Application

Application Information

Dispensing

SikaPlast® GL 120 S is a ready-to-use admixture to be added to the concrete as a separate component. Optimal result is obtained if SikaPlast® GL 120 S is poured into the concrete mix right after the addition of the first 80% of the mixing water, i.e. when all solids are wetted. Avoid adding the admixture to the dry aggregates.

Compatibility

SikaPlast® GL 120 S is suitable for mixes containing all types of cement and supplementary cementitious materials such as: Microsilica (Silica Fume), Fly Ash (PFA), GGBS (ground granulated blast furnace slag) and the following Sika products:
▪ SikaPump®
▪ Sika® FerroGard®
▪ SikaFume®
▪ SikaFiber®
▪ Sika® Aer
▪ Sika® Stabilizer
▪ SikaControl®
We recommend to perform trial mixes to establish the required performance when combining SikaPlast® GL 120 S with the above products or other admixtures. Please consult our Sika Technical Department.
Consumption

Recommended dosage

0.8 - 2.5 % by weight of binder
Other dosages by weight of binder can be used depending on the mix design, raw materials, climatic conditions and concrete requirements. Trial mixes must be performed to establish the exact dosage rate required.

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