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Product Data Sheet

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Sika Bitumen 60
Bitumen Emulsion Protective Coating

Description

A ready-to-use, one component, high viscosity and thixotropic bituminous emulsion for the protection of steel and concrete surfaces.

Uses

Sika Bitumen 60 is used for waterproofing concrete surfaces, roofs,


bathrooms, floors, external walls etc. It is also used for protection of
structural steel works, pipes etc.

Advantages

Sika Bitumen 60 is an easy to use and economical material. Other


benefits are:
- Can be applied on dry and damp concrete substrates
- Odourless
- Protection against chlorides and sulphates containing water

Technical Data
Colour

Dark brown liquid, black after drying

Density (25C)

Approx. 1.0 kg/l

Solid Content

Approx. 60% by weight

Curing Time
(25C)

Touch dry after


approx. 2 hours
Overpainting after approx. 8 hours
Fully cured after 3 days

Standard

Complies with ASTM D1227 -87

Consumption

Total approx. 0.8 -1.0 Kg/m2 applied in 0.6mm thickness

Storage

Store in cool and dry place , away from direct heat

Shelf life

18 months minimum if stored properly in original unopened packaging


and protect from frost.

Packaging

200 kg drums

Application
Surface preparation

All surfaces must be clean, free from oil, grease.

Application

By brush or trowel. Stir thoroughly before use.

Cleaning

Clean all tools and equipment immediately after use with soap and
water.
Use Sika Colma Cleaner to dissolve dried Sika Bitumen 60.

Important

- Not suitable for contact with potable water - use Igol A


- Not resistant to oil and fuel spillage
- Preferrably apply in shade in extreme temperature conditions

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Safety
Precautions

Wear gloves and goggles.

Ecology

In liquid state can contaminate water.


Do not dispose of into water or soil but according to local regulations.

Toxicity

Non-toxic under the relevant Swiss health and safety codes.

Transportation

Non-hazardous.

In case of doubt, always follow the directions given on the pack or label.
The information, and, in particular, the recommendations relating to the application and end-use of Sika products, are given in good faith based on Sikas current knowledge and experience of the products when properly
stored, handled and applied under normal conditions. 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 proprietary rights of third
parties must be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our current terms of sale and delivery. Users
should always refer to the most recent issue of the Technical Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of
which will be supplied on request
Sika Gulf B.S.C.
Bldg. 925, Road 115, Sitra Area 601
P.O. Box 15776
Adliya, Bahrain
Tel. +973 735 560 / Fax. +973 732 476
http://www.sikagulf.com

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