Sika® Separol®
Form release agent
Sika® Separol® is an oil based ready to use form release agent which provides complete release of concrete or grout from metal or wooden formwork. It does not stain, extends the life of the formwork and provides a good quality aesthetic concrete finish.
- Ready to use
- Easy to apply
- Fast stripping and cleaning of formwork
Usage
- Form release agent for steel,Aluminum or wooden formwork
- Providing a good quality aesthetic concrete finish
- Extending the life of formwork
Packaging
50liters, 200liters drum
Advantages
- Ready to use
- Easy to apply
- Fast stripping and cleaning of formwork
- Extends life of formwork
- Ensures fair faced concrete finish which makes it ideal for architectural concretes
- Reduces air bubbles which may appear on concrete surfaces
- Non staining
- Economical consumption
- Suitable for application to formwork used in curing and damp processes
- All types of concrete
Colour
Colourless to slight yellowish clear oily liquid
Product Details
Chemical Base
Modified Ligno Sulphonate
Shelf Life
Best before12 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged, unopened, original sealed packaging .
Storage Conditions
Store in dry conditions at temperatures between +10°C and +40°C. Protect from direct sunlight and frost.
Density
~1.00 at 25°C
pH-Value
≥ 6
Application
Consumption
Wooden formwork | ~20–30 m2/L |
Metal or plastic formwork | ~40–50 m2/L |
Consumption depends on the absorbency, surface porosity, roughness, surface profile, variations in level or wastage etc.
Actual consumption to be decided on regular site trials.
Application
Surface preparation
All surfaces to be coated with Sika® Separol® must be clean and free from dirt, dust, grease and any remaining concrete or grout residue. Steel formwork must be dry. Used formwork must be cleaned before using Sika® Separol®.
Application
Ensure full mixing before applying.
Apply a single, uniform and continuous thin layer of Sika® Separol® on the full area of dry or damp formwork using a brush, roller or spray equipment.
For architectural aesthetic concrete finishes, consumption may need to be adjusted.
A preliminary trial must be carried out before full application in all situations.
Cleaning of equipment
Clean all tools and application equipment with cleaning solvent, dissolvent or petroleum ether immediately after use. Hardened material can only be removed mechanically.