SikaLatex® -118 | Water-resistant Bonding Agent Additive (4L & 18L)
Brand : Sika
Product Type : Water Resistant Polymer Bonding Agent and Mortar Strengthening Additive
Size : 4 Litres, 18 Litres
Color : Grey Powder
Composition : Polymer emulsion
Density : 1.00 kg per litre ± 0.01
Product Description :
SikaLatex®-118 is a synthetic polymer emulsion for adding to cement mortars, where good adhesion and water resistance are required. It is suitable for tropical conditions.
Usage:
A high quality emulsion that substantially increases the qualities of cement mortars such as:
- Thin layer patching mortars
- Renders
- Floor screeds
- Concrete repair mortars
- Abrasion resistant linings
- Tile fixing mortars
- Masonry mortars
Features / Advantages:
- Extremely good adhesion
- Reduced shrinkage
- Excellent water resistance
- Increased abrasion resistance
- Improved chemical resistance
- Non-corrosive
- Ready for use
Shelf Life:
12 months from date of production
Storage Conditions:
Store properly in original, unopened and undamaged packaging in dry conditions. Protect from direct sunlight.
Application Guide:
- Mixing Ratio : Sika Fastplug-102 : water = 1 : 0.24–0.30 (by weight)
Application Steps:
Step 1 : Substrate Preparation
- The concrete must be clean, sound and free of all loose and friable material, cement laitance, oil and grease, etc.
- Absorbent surfaces should be saturated thoroughly with clean water.
Step 2 :
- Add Sika Latex 118 directly to fresh cement to create a soft creamy bonding agent.
Step 3 :
- To improve renders, plasters, repair materials, tiling adhesives, etc, add Sika Latex 118 directly to the mix.
- It is not recommended to dilute SikaLatex-118.
Step 4 : Post-Application
- Clean all tools and application equipment with water immediately after use.
- Hardened or cured material can only be mechanically removed.
