Sika Armatec Epocem 110 | MCT CHEMICALS | SIKA PAKISTAN

Product Description: SikaTop® Armatec®-110 EpoCem® is a three-component, cementitious coating material with epoxy resin and corrosion inhibitor, designed for use as a bonding primer and to protect reinforcement from corrosion. It complies with EN 1504-7 standards and is suitable for use in hot and tropical climates.

Applications:

• Ideal for controlling anodic areas (Principle 11, method 11.1 EN 1504-9).
• Provides corrosion protection for reinforcement in concrete repairs.
• Acts as a bonding primer for concrete and mortar surfaces.

Key Features:

• Utilizes EpoCem® technology for enhanced bonding.
• Offers extended open time for repair mortars.
• Compatible with most Sika® repair mortars.
• Provides excellent adhesion to both concrete and steel.
• Contains a corrosion inhibitor.
• Certified for use under dynamic load conditions.
• Good resistance to water and chloride penetration.
• High shear strength and long pot life.
• Easy to mix and apply via brush or spray gun.

Product Information:

• Composition: Portland cement, epoxy resin, selected aggregates, and additives.
• Packaging: 20 kg total, consisting of:
  • Component A (1.14 kg),
  • Component B (2.86 kg),
  • Component C (16 kg).
• Shelf Life: 12 months.
• Storage: Store in undamaged, sealed packaging in a dry, cool place at temperatures between +5 °C and +25 °C.
• Appearance:
  • Component A: White liquid,
  • Component B: Yellowish liquid,
  • Component C: Grey powder,
  • Mixed product: Dark grey.

Technical Information:

• Tensile Adhesion Strength: ≥ 1.5 N/mm² or concrete failure (28 days) (BS 1881 – Part 207).
• Shear Adhesion Strength: Pass.
• Corrosion Test: Pass (EN 15183).
• Note: Serves as a bonding primer for both fresh and hardened concrete (ASTM C881).

System Information: SikaTop® Armatec®-110 EpoCem® is part of the Sika® repair system, which complies with European Standard EN 1504. The system includes:

• Bonding Primer / Reinforcement Corrosion Protection: SikaTop® Armatec®-110 EpoCem®,
• Light Weight Repair Mortar: Sika MonoTop®, SikaRep® series,
• Structural Repair Mortar: Sika MonoTop®, SikaRep®, Sikadur® series,
• Pore Sealer and Levelling Mortar: Sika MonoTop®, SikaRep®, Sikagard® series.

Application Guidelines:

• Fresh Mortar Density (A + B + C mixed): ~2.0 kg/l at 23 °C.
• Consumption:
  • For reinforcement corrosion protection: ~2 kg/m² for a 1 mm thick layer. Apply two layers for a total thickness of approximately 2 mm.
  • As a bonding primer: 1.5 to 2.0 kg/m²/mm, depending on substrate conditions.
• Ambient Air Temperature: +5 °C minimum / +35 °C maximum.
• Substrate Temperature: +5 °C minimum / +35 °C maximum.
• Pot Life: ~3 hours at +20 °C.
• Waiting Time for Overcoating:
  • Sika repair mortars or non-fast-setting concrete can be applied within the following time limits after application of SikaTop® Armatec®-110 EpoCem®:
    • +5 °C: 6 hours,
    • +10 °C: 5 hours,
    • +20 °C: 2 hours,
    • +30 °C: 1 hour.