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SikaControl® AIR-160

Air Entraining Admixture

SikaControl® AIR-160 is an aqueous solution of a unique, synthetically manufactured surfactant for the air entrainment of concrete. SikaControl® AIR-160 formula provides superior controllability of the air content in air-entrained concrete. SikaControl® AIR-160 increases concrete’s durability, making it more resistant to the damaging effects of freezing and thawing, while improving workability and reducing bleeding. SikaControl® AIR-160 is suitable for use in high slump or SCC concrete as well as in concrete mix designs requiring low dosages of air entraining agents. SikaControl® AIR-160 meets the requirements of ASTM C 260 and AASHTO M 154.

Superior resistance to freeze-thaw cycles and scaling.
  • Improves workability.
  • Suitable for use in high slump mix designs and / or SCC concrete.
  • Reduces bleeding.
  • Improves appearance of architectural concrete.
  • Substantially increased durability.
  • User friendly.
  • Superior air-void system.
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Usage

SikaControl® AIR-160 is designed for use in various precast and ready mix concrete applications such as highway paving, curb and gutters, sidewalks, driveways, slabs, walls, precast members etc., or in any concrete needing protection from freeze-thaw damage or the harmful effect of de-icing salts. SikaControl® AIR-160 can be also effectively used to improve concrete workability, especially in case of lean or harsh mixes.  

Advantages

Superior resistance to freeze-thaw cycles and scaling.
  • Improves workability.
  • Suitable for use in high slump mix designs and / or SCC concrete.
  • Reduces bleeding.
  • Improves appearance of architectural concrete.
  • Substantially increased durability.
  • User friendly.
  • Superior air-void system.

Packaging

SikaControl® AIR-160 is available in 55 gallon drums (208 liters), 275 gallon totes (1040 liters) and bulk delivery.

Color

Transparent Pink Liquid

Product Details

Product Information

Shelf Life

Shelf life when stored in original packaging in dry warehouse conditions between 50 °F and 80 °F (10–27 °C) is 1 year from the date of manufacture.

Storage Conditions

SikaControl® AIR-160 should be kept above 3 °C (38 °F). If product drops below 3 °C (38 °F), DO NOT USE and immediately contact our Technical Department. If agitation is needed, DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR.

Specific Gravity

Approximately 1.003

Application

Application Information

Mixing

Measure the required quantity of admixture per batch manually or with automatic dispenser equipment. Add SikaControl® AIR-160 on sand stream or directly to mixing water. Do not mix SikaControl® AIR-160 with dry cement. When used in combination with other admixtures, care must be taken to dispense each admixture separately into the mix.

  

Combination with other Admixtures: Combination with other admixtures, may affect the amount of entrained air in the mix. If multiple admixtures are used, actual air content should be verified to ensure desired level of air entrainment is achieved.
Consumption

Recommended Dosage

The recommended dosage range for SikaControl® AIR-160 is 0.1 to 6.0 fl.oz/100 lbs (7 to 400 ml/100 kg) of cementitious materials. Various factors such as concrete components, slump, temperature, additions of pozzolanic materials, mixing time, mixer type, and type and brand of cement will affect dosage rates.
It is recommended that trial mixes are conducted in order to determine the appropriate dosage to obtain required percentage of entrained air. In addition, a regular program of air tests should be instituted in order to adjust the dosage to changing conditions. Please contact your local Sika representative or Sika’s technical service department at 1-800-933-7452 for any assistance in dosage recommendations.

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