SikaMix® AE-3

SikaMix® AE-3 meets ASTM E514 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration and Leakage Through Masonry.

1 year when stored in dry warehouse conditions at temperatures between 5 °C and  27 °C (40 °F and 80 °F).

Store at temperatures above 5 °C (40 °F). If frozen, admixture cannot be re-constituted and must be discarded accordingly to local regulations.

Approx. 0.92 - 0.98

As SikaMix® AE-3 is a low dosage admixture and the majority of applications will have a very low water cement ratio, it is necessary to provide sufficient mixing time to allow the admixture to be distributed throughout the entire batch and provide uniform performance. In general, a total mixing time of at least 90 seconds is essential. Mixing time after adding the admixture depends on the individual circumstances and should be determined by trials. SikaMix® AE-3 can be added with the batching water or introduced at the end of the mixing process.

Do not introduce SikaMix® AE-3 up front, or directly onto dry cementitious materials, as this may reduce admixture performance.

Normally a dosage range of 97.5-195 mL/100 kg (1.5 to 3 fl. oz/100 lb) of cementitious material should be sufficient for efflorescence and absorption control. However, dosage rate will vary according to targeted application.

If water repellency is required, dosage may be increased to 130-325 mL/100 kg (2 to 5 fl. oz /100 lb) of cementitious material. Actual dosage rate will vary based upon mix design. Proper dosage should be always verified by trial batch to ensure desired performance is achieved. Dosages outside the recommended range may be used for special requirements and applications. Contact your Sika Canada Technical Sales Representative for further information.