PRODUCT DATA SHEET

SikaEmaco® S 466
(formerly MEmaco S 466)

PUMPABLE, FREE FLOWING, SHRINKAGE COMPENSATED MICRO-CONCRETE FOR GROUTING

AND REPAIR

DESCRIPTION FEATURES
SikaEmaco® S 466 is a cementitious, pre-bagged, free SikaEmaco® S 466 is an easy to use precision micro-
flowing, one component, non-shrink precision micro- concrete requiring only the addition of water. It offers
concrete with high early and ultimate strength. the following beneficial properties:
Suitable for use in hot and tropical climatic conditions. ▪ Easy to mix
▪ Very good flow characteristics
USES ▪ Adjustable consistency
▪ Moderate heat of hydration
SikaEmaco® S 466 precision micro-concrete is used for ▪ Shrinkage compensated
repair and grouting in various applications such as: ▪ High final strength
▪ Structural repair of deteriorated concrete ▪ Non-flammable
▪ Columns in precast construction ▪ Vapour permeable
▪ Casting sections or members where the volumes re- ▪ Compatible with the properties of typical concrete
quired are too large for conventional grouts, and too
small and inaccessible for normal concreting applica- CERTIFICATES AND TEST REPORTS
tions.
▪ Cavities, gaps and recesses SikaEmaco® S 466 follows the main
▪ Re-profiling of damaged concrete members and re- requirements for nonshrink hydraulic cement
profiling of pile tops using formwork for both pour- grout, according to ASTM C1107 and EN 1504
ing and pumping techniques.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Composition Portland cement, selected fillers and aggregates, special additives
Packaging 25, 40 and 50 kg bag
Shelf life 12 months minimum from date of production
Storage conditions Store in original unopened packaging in a cool and dry condition between
+5 °C and +35 °C. Protect from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Appearance and colour Grey powder
Maximum grain size ~5 mm

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compressive strength at 25°C 1 day 7 days 28 days (BS 1881 Part 116)
w/p = 0.14 ~25 N/mm² ~45 N/mm² ≥ 65 N/mm²
*Testing cubes 100 x 100 x 100 mm

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Fresh mortar density ~2.29 kg/l (25 °C)
Yield ~12.4 L / 25 kg bag, ~19.9 L / 40 kg bag and ~24.9 L / 50 kg bag
Layer thickness Min. 25 mm per pour
Max. 200 mm per pour
Note: Higher thicknesses in one pour can be acheived by "bulking", please contact Sika Technical Depart-
ment for advice.

Ambient air temperature +5 °C min. / +35 °C max.

Mixing ratio Consistency L of water per bag Water / Powder Ratio
Flowable 3.25 - 3.5 per 25 kg bag 0.13 - 0.14
Flowable 5.2 - 5.6 per 40 kg bag 0.13 - 0.14
Flowable 6.5 - 7.0 per 50 kg bag 0.13 - 0.14

Substrate temperature +5 °C min. / +35 °C max.

Pot Life ~45 min (25°C)

BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY

All technical data stated in this Data Sheet are based User must read the most recent corresponding Safety
on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary Data Sheets (SDS) before using any products. The SDS
due to circumstances beyond our control. provides information and advice on the safe handling,
storage and disposal of chemical products and con-
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS tains physical, ecological, toxicological and other
safety-related data.
▪ Ensure formwork is secure and watertight to prevent
movement and leaking during placing and curing. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
▪ When maximum thickness exceeds 200 mm, con-
sider the use of Sikacrete® -114 AE. SUBSTRATE QUALITY / PRE-TREATMENT
▪ At high temperatures, use chilled water for mixing to
keep the grout temperature below 30 °C. Concrete:
▪ In hot weather, base plates and foundations must be The concrete shall be thoroughly clean, rough, free
shaded from direct sunlight. Condition bags < 30 °C from dust, loose material, surface contamination and
prior to use. materials which reduce bond or prevent suction or
▪ Depending on requirements and site condition, the wetting by repair materials. De-laminated, weak, dam-
addition of dry, single size, clean coarse aggregates is aged and deteriorated concrete and where necessary
possible ("bulking") up to 100 % by weight of the dry sound concrete shall be removed by suitable means.
grout powder. Trials are recommended to confirm Absorbent surfaces should be saturated thoroughly
suitability of aggregates to be employed. with clean water.
▪ For additional information on SikaEmaco® S 466 or The application of a suitable bonding agent, such as
other grouting materials contact Sika Technical De- Sikadur®-32 LP, Sikadur® ADH 1414 or SikaTop®
partment. Armatec®-110 EpoCem®, will improve adhesion on
large areas or where particularly dense concrete sub-
strates are involved.

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Steel Reinforcement: CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
Rust, scale, mortar, concrete, dust and other loose and
deleterious material which reduces bond or contrib- Clean equipment and mixer immediately after applica-
utes to corrosion shall be removed. Surfaces shall be tion with water. Hardened material can only be re-
prepared using abrasive blast cleaning techniques or moved mechanically.
high pressure water-blasting to SA 2 (ISO 8501-1) Em-
bedded steel reinforcing should be treated with a suit- LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
able anticorrosion coating such as SikaTop® Armatec®-
110 EpoCem® or SikaEmaco®-8100 AP Note that as a result of specific local regulations the
Reference shall be made to EN1504-10 for specific re- declared data and recommended uses for this product
quirements. may vary from country to country. Consult the local
Product Data Sheet for exact product data and uses.
MIXING
Add water according to the desired consistency into a
LEGAL NOTES
clean mixing vessel before slowly adding the The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
SikaEmaco® S 466 powder. SikaEmaco® S 466 is best tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
mixed in a forced action mixer, for 2 to 3 minutes or products, are given in good faith based on Sika's cur-
until the mix is free of lumps, not longer than 5 rent knowledge and experience of the products when
minutes. properly stored, handled and applied under normal
Slow speed drill (maximum 500 rpm, double paddle conditions in accordance with Sika's recommenda-
hand mixer) can be used for mixing of 25 kg bags. For tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
40 kg and 50 kg bags, action force mixing by pan mixer strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
or equivalent is required. Normal tumble type con- ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
crete mixers are not suitable. particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
Do not mix more grout than can be placed within 15 legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
to 20 minutes. Do not add extra water or other in- from this information, or from any written recom-
gredients. Mix only full bags for the best result. mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
Note: Always start with minimum recommended quantity
of water (water/powder ratio), only if required, gradually
user of the product must test the product’s suitability
add water to desired consistency. Do not exceed maximum for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
allowed limit of water per bag weight. serves the right to change the properties of its
products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
APPLICATION be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
Before pouring let the mixed grout stand for approx- refer to the most recent issue of the local Product
imately 5 minutes after mixing to allow entrapped air Data Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which
to escape. Pour into the prepared area such that the will be supplied on request.
grout has the shortest distance to travel. Ensure that
air displaced by the grout is allowed to escape. When
carrying out the base plate grouting, ensure a suffi-
cient head of pressure to keep the mortar flowing. All
exposed areas of the mortar surface should be kept as
small as possible.
CURING TREATMENT
Treatment of exposed surfaces with Sika® Antisol®
range curing compound, is highly recommended for
large areas of application. Use other approved curing
methods such as polyethylene sheeting or wet hessian
only for small exposed areas. Do not commence fog-
ging until final set has been reached.

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