Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384

(Formerly MasterPozzolith® 384)

Low dosage retarding and plasticizing admixture for concrete

DESCRIPTION STANDARDS
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 is a liquid admixture which ASTM C-494: Types A, B and D.
acts on the cement particles in the mix, combining the BS EN 934-2
effects of a powerful plasticizer and deflocculating agent
with controlled retardation. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 should be added to the
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS concrete mix during the mixing cycle at the same time
- Hot weather concreting where controlled delay to as the water or the aggregate. Never add Sika®
initial set is of prime importance. Plastiment® PZ 384 to the dry cement. No extension
- Ready mix concrete where workability retention to normal mixing times is necessary.
coupled with retardation of initial set are beneficial.
- To improve cohesion, workability and compaction in DOSAGE
concretes using poorly graded /shaped fine Trials should be conducted to determine the optimum
aggregates. addition rates of Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 , depending
- Large slabs or bridge decks, etc. where extension of on mix design proposed and mix performance
vibration limits is beneficial to avoid cold joints. requirements. As a general guide to these trials, a
- As a synergy admixture in combination with a dosage range of 200 ml to 600 ml per 100 kg of total
superplasticizer. cementitious material is recommended as a starting
point.
ADVANTAGES Depending on the desired properties, a dosage of up to
- Considerably extends vibration limit of concrete 800 ml per 100 kg of total cementitious material can be
mixes thus reducing incidence of honeycombing and used. Higher dosages may be required when certain
cold joints. combinations of materials and conditions are present.
- Reduces placing problems in hot weather concreting
by improving workability and workability retention. SETTING TIMES
- Improves trowellability and surface finish.
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 acts efficiently to give
- Improves pumpability of concrete.
controlled retardation of initial set. Setting times of
- Considerably reduces permeability.
concrete mixes are related to cement type and ambient
- Enables economies in mix designs to be achieved.
temperatures.

PACKAGING COMPATIBILITY
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 is available in bulk or in
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 can be used with all types
210 litre drums.
of Portland cement including Sulphate Resisting. For
use with other special cements, contact Master Builders
TYPICAL PROPERTIES Solutions Technical Services Department.
Appearance : Dark brown/black liquid
Specific gravity : 1.030 – 1.100 @ 25°C Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 should not be pre-mixed
Chloride content : "chloride-free” to BS EN 934-2 with other admixtures. If other admixtures are to be used
Freezing point : 0°C. Can be reconstituted if in concrete containing Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 ,
stirred after thawing. those must be dispensed separately.
Flashpoint : Nil

Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 1/2

NOTE
EFFECTS OF OVER DOSAGE Field service, where provided, does not constitute
A severe over dosage of Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 supervisory responsibility. For additional information
will result in the following: contact your local Master Builders Solutions
- Retardation of initial and final set. representative.
- Slight increase in air entrainment. Master Builders Solutions reserves the right to have the
- Increase in workability. true cause of any difficulty determined by accepted test
methods.
Providing it is properly cured, the ultimate strength of the
concrete will not be adversely affected and will generally
be higher than for normal concrete. The retarding effects QUALITY AND CARE
of very high dosages will be exaggerated with SR All Master Builders Solutions Products are manufactured
cement. under a management system independently certified to
conform to the requirements of the quality,
DISPENSING environmental and occupational health and safety
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 should be dispensed standards of ISO 9001 and Master Builders Solutions
through a proprietary dispenser, such as is available ESHQ recommendations.
from Master Builders Solutions.
* Properties listed are based on laboratory-controlled
tests.
STORAGE ® = Registered trademark of the MBCC-Group in many
Store under cover, out of direct sunlight and protect from countries
extremes of temperature. Shelf life is 1 year when stored
as above. Failure to comply with the recommended
storage conditions may result in premature deterioration CONTACT
of the product or packaging. For specific storage advice Should you require any further information, please do
consult Master Builders Solutions Technical Services not hesitate to contact us:
Department.
www.master-builders-solutions.com/en-sa
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS [email protected]
Sika® Plastiment® PZ 384 is not a fire or health M: +966 13 853 8600
hazard. Spillages should be washed down immediately
with cold water. For further information, refer to safety Master Builders Solutions Saudi Arabia for
data sheet. Manufacturing LLC.
P.O. Box 1884, Al Khobar, KSA

LEGAL NOTES 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.
BASIS OF PRODUCT All technical data stated in this Data Sheet are based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary due to circumstances beyond
DATA our control.
LOCAL Note that as a result of specific local regulations the declared data and recommended uses for this product may vary from country to
RESTRICTIONS country. Consult the local Product Data Sheet for exact product data and uses.

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