Fosroc Preco Hydrotard constructive solutions

Water based concrete surface retarder Instructions for use

Uses Surface preparation

To produce an exposed aggregate concrete finish in either All formwork must be non-porous, clean and dry. Porous
face down or face up concrete manufacture, and to produce timber or concrete moulds should be coated with suitable
a mechanically sound construction joint. Typical uses polyurethane sealer.
include
Application and coverage rate
 Precast concrete panels.
Preco Hydrotard should be well-mixed before use. The use
 Insitu construction joints. of a mechanical mixer is recommended to ensure that any
settled material is re-dispersed.
 Surface preparation of fresh concrete prior to rendering.
Preco Hydrotard should be applied in a thin, uniform manner
Advantages by brush, spray or roller, at a rate of 5.0 to 8.0 m2/litre (0.20
to 0.125 litres/m2). This coverage can normally be obtained
 Excellent results with high temperature concreting.
in a single application.
 Suitable across a wide variety of job-site conditions
For face down applications, the surface retarder should be
and mould surfaces, including steel, fibreglass, completely dry prior to placing concrete, this typically takes
15 to 20 minutes depending upon ambient conditions.
concrete and timber.
For face up applications, Preco Hydrotard should be spray
 Available in a range of etch depths, colour coded for
applied to concrete immediately following final placing and
ease of identification. finishing, whilst the concrete is still wet.

 Suitable for large units where hydration heat is high. Concrete placing

 Economical in application. Once applied Preco Hydrotard must be protected from rain
and any dust buildup. Preco Hydrotard may be applied up to
 Mould release agent not required.
24 hours in advance of a concrete pour. Once vibration is
complete the section should not be disturbed to avoid
Description
interference with the retarder penetration of the surface
Preco Hydrotard chemical retarder is directly applied to layer.
formwork to provide a simple, economic method of exposing
Removal of retarded layer
aggregates in freshly poured face down concrete, or
sprayed on the concrete surface for face up panels or slabs. Once the bulk concrete has hardened sufficiently the
The action of Hydrotard products is to retard the hydration of shutters or moulds can be removed. The retarded portion of
cement at the surface matrix of concrete. the concrete matrix is easily removed by wire brush or
water-washing.
Preco Hydrotard is available in two etch depths, it is colour
coded to particular depths of exposure as follows: Delay in removal of the retarded matrix will result in a lighter
Lilac Light etch (1-2 mm) and less uniform depth of etch.
Green Medium etch (2-4 mm) Trial procedures

The above depths are a guide which are based on grade Trials and samples duplicating actual production conditions
C30 concrete, with a maximum aggregate size of 20 mm. are essential in determining the effects of the various
Site trials are required to confirm the correct grade of parameters and in developing a standard procedure. Trials
Hydrotard. are best carried out by personnel who will be involved in the
full project. Contact the local Fosroc office for advice on trial
Technical support

Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on-site

Preco Hydrotard

assistance and advice on product selection, evaluation trials

and dispensing equipment. Technical data and guidance
can be provided for the selection of surface retarders for
various use conditions, and admixtures and other products
for use with fresh and hardened concrete.
Fosroc Preco Hydrotard

Compatibility Storage

Preco Hydrotard is compatible with Fosroc admixtures in the Store in a dry area under normal warehouse storage
same concrete mix. Admixtures which affect the setting rate conditions, it should be completely thawed and then thor-
of concrete may have a slight effect on the depth of etch oughly mixed prior to use.
obtained but this will be minimal. If this aspect is of particular
Shelf life : 6 months
importance then trials to assess any effect should be carried
out before the main project. 180 litre drums must be stored under a covered warehouse,
away from direct sunlight. Every month the drum must be
Preco Hydrotard is suitable for use with all types of Portland
turned over 180 degrees and placed back into storage, to
cements and cement replacement materials such as PFA,
prevent sedimentation.
GGBFS and silica fume.

Limitations
Precautions
Surfaces coated with Preco Hydrotard must be protected
from water, including rain and condensation, at all times Health and safety
before placement of concrete.
Preco Hydrotard is non-toxic unless ingested in large
Whilst effective on mixes incorporating GGBFS or silica quantities. Skin and eye contamination can be removed by
fume, tests should be conducted to determine performance. washing with clean water. If eye contact is severe, or
significant ingestion occurs medical advice should be
Ensure the drum is rolled and agitated before use.
sought.

Estimating For further information consult the Safety Data Sheet

available for this product.
Supply
Fire
Preco Hydrotard : 10 litre pails
: 180 litre drums Preco Hydrotard is non-flammable.

Coverage Cleaning and disposal

Preco Hydrotard : 5.0 to 8.0 m /litre
2
Spillages of Preco Hydrotard should be absorbed onto sand,
earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable containers.

The disposal of excess or waste material and empty

containers should be carried out in accordance with local
legislation under the guidance of the local waste regulatory
authority.

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Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of
Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the recent version.

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