Sika® DSM-A3 is a powdered air entraining admixture for use in masonry mortar. It meets the requirements of EN 934-3.
Improves frost resistance capabilities
Improves workability
Reduces bleed
Usage
Sika® DSM-A3 has been specifically formulated for use in Dry Silo Mortar production. Its use improves workability in both bricklaying and rendering applications. It can be used as an alternative or supplement the use of lime.
Advantages
Improves workability
Improves frost resistance capabilities
Improves bond
Improves durability
Improves productivity
Reduces bleed
Reduces efflorescence
Reduces shrinkage
Packaging
20-kg bag; 30 bags/pallet; 1100-kg bigbag
Colour
Off-White powder
Composition
Anionic surfactant
Shelf life
12 months from date of production if stored in unopened and undamaged original sealed packs.
Storage conditions
Store protected from moisture at temperatures between +5°C and +25°C.
Bulk Density
approx. 0.96 g/cm³
Total Chloride Ion Content
<0.1% (chloride free)
Equivalent Sodium Oxide
<2.0%