PRODUCT DATA SHEET

Sika® FerroGard®-903+
CORROSION INHIBITING IMPREGNATION (IMPROVED
FORMULATION)

DESCRIPTION ▪ Can be applied to the surface of existing repairs and to

surrounding areas to prevent the development of
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is a surface applied mixed cor- incipient anodes
rosion inhibitor, designed for use as an impregnation ▪ Protects both, cathodic (principle 9) and anodic
of steel reinforced concrete. (principle 11) zones of reinforcing steel
▪ Can be applied where other repair/prevention options
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is based on organic com-
are not viable
poundds. Sika® FerroGard®-903+ penetrates the
▪ Economic extension of the service life of reinforced con-
concrete and forms a protective monomolecular layer
crete structures
on the surface of the reinforcing steel.
▪ Easy, economical application, renewable
Protection with Sika® FerroGard®-903+ both delays ▪ Can be used as part of a simple yet effective concrete
the start of corrosion and reduces the corrosion rate. repair and protection system
Corrosion protection with Sika® FerroGard®-903+ in-
creases the service and maintenance life cycles by up APPROVALS / STANDARDS
to 15 years when used as a part of a complete Sika
Concrete Repair and Protection System. BRE, The use of surface applied FerroGard 903+
corrosion inhibitor to delay the onset of chloride
induced corrosion in hardened concrete, BRE Client
USES Report No. 224-346, 2005
Mott MacDonald, Evaluation of Sika FerroGard 901
▪ For the corrosion protection of steel reinforced con- and 903+ Corrosion Inhibitors, Ref. 26’063/001 Rev A,
crete structures above and below the ground April 1996
▪ As a corrosion control treatment for undamaged re-
inforced concrete where reinforcing steel is corrod- SAMARIS (Sustainable and Advanced Materials for
ing, or is at risk from corrosion due to the effects of Road Infrastructure) - Final Report, Deliverables D17a,
carbonated or chloride contaminated concrete D17b, D21 & D25a, Copenhagen, 2006
▪ Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is especially suitable for
Mulheron, M., Nwaubani, S.O. , Corrosion Inhibitors
extending the service life of aesthetically valuable
for High Performance Reinforced Concrete Structures,
fair-faced concrete surfaces such as historic struc-
University of Surrey, 1999
tures
C-Probe Systems Ltd., Performance of Corrosion
CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES Inhibitors in Practice, 2000

▪ Does not change the appearance of the concrete Complies to principle 11 of EN 1504-9 method 11.3
structure (applying inhibitor to the concrete)
▪ Does not alter the water vapour diffusion pro-
perties of concrete
▪ Long term protection and durability

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical base Aqueous solution of amino alcohols & salts of amino alcohols.
Packaging 23 kg pail
230 kg drum
Appearance / Colour Transparent liquid
Shelf life 24 months from date of production if stored properly in undamaged and
unopened, original sealed packaging
Storage conditions Store in a cool environment. In case of - frost (< -5 °C), - reversible crystal-
lisation may occur. If this happens, let the product warm up at room tem-
o
perature (+15 C to +25 °C), then stir well to re-dissolve the crystals.
Density ~1.04 (at +20 °C)
pH-Value ~10
Viscosity ~24 mPa.s

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Penetration Depth Site surveys and experimental tests have shown that Sika® FerroGard®-
903+ can penetrate through concrete at a rate of a few millimetres per day
and to a depth of approximately 25 to 40 mm in 1 month. This penetration
rate can be faster or slower dependent on the porosity of the concrete.
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ penetrates through both liquid and vapour phase
diffusion mechanisms.
Note:
If after application of Sika® FerroGard®-903+, the concrete surface is
coated with protective coatings (cement based, acrylic or impregnation) or
hydrophobic impregnation, the rate of diffusion of the inhibitor is reduced
but not stopped as the mechanism of diffusion liaises then only on the
vapour phase.

SYSTEM INFORMATION
System Structure Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is part of the Sika® Concrete Repair & Protec-
tion Systems:
Repair system Sika MonoTop®, Sika® Icoment® or
SikaTop®
Reinforcement corrosion control Sika® FerroGard®-903+
Concrete protection Sikagard® Coatings and or Sikagard®
Hydrophobic Impregnations

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Consumption Generally ~0.50 kg/m² (~480 ml/m²).
For very dense concrete with low permeability, the rate of application of
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ can be reduced but must not be lower than
0.300 kg/m² (290 ml/m²).
Ambient Air Temperature +5 °C min. / +40 °C max.
Substrate Temperature +5 °C min. / +40 °C max.
Curing Time Sika® FerroGard®-903+ does not require any special curing but must be
protected from rain for at least 4 hours

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Number of coats:
This is dependent on the porosity and moisture con- tent
SUBSTRATE QUALITY / PRE-TREATMENT of the substrate and the weather conditions.
The concrete shall be free from dust, loose material, Vertical surfaces:
surface contamination, existing renders, laitance, Normally, 2 to 3 coats are necessary to achieve the
coatings, oil and other materials which reduce or required consumption. In case of dense concrete,
prevent penetration. additional coats may be required.
Horizontal Surfaces:
If the substrate is to be overcoated, the surface profile Saturate surface by 1-2 coats, take care to avoid ponding.
shall be sufficient to provide the required adhesion Waiting time between coats:
This is dependent on the porosity of the concrete and the
Delaminated, weak, damaged and deteriorated
weather conditions, normally 1-6 hours. Allow the surface
concrete shall be repaired using Sika® MonoTop®,
to dry out between coats to a matt damp appearance.
SikaTop® or Sika® Icoment® mortars.
For fair-faced concrete or concrete to be further
overcoated by coatings or hydrophobic impregnation, OVERCOATING:
water blast the concrete surface with pressure (up to 18
MPa – 180 bars) If the application is carried out as described above, no
further treatment is required before over-coating with
For concrete surface to be further overcoated by Sikagard® hydrophobic impregnations, Sikagard®
cementitious material, roughen the surface using breathable coatings or Sikafloor® products (Refer to
suitable abrasive blast cleaning techniques or high appropriate Product Data Sheet for application details)
pressure water- blasting (up to 60 MPa – 600 bars).
If non Sika coatings are to be applied, please contact the
Do not use hot water. manufacturers technical department for confirm-ation of
compatibility with Sika® FerroGard®-903+ or undertake
For optimum penetration the substrate shall be allowed
compatibility and adhesion site trials.
to dry out prior to the application of Sika® Ferrogard®-
903+. When Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is used within a patch
repair or before a cementitious overlay, Sika repair or
overlay system can then be used. Standard preparation
MIXING (pre- wetting) shall then be applied.
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ is supplied ready for use and When using a smoothing coat/pore filler over surface
must not be diluted. Do not shake the material prior to treated with Sika® FerroGard®-903+, products such as
use. SikaTop®-121, Sikagard®-720 EpoCem® or Sika®
MonoTop®-107, SikaTop®-Seal 107, Sika® MonoTop®-
APPLICATION 620, etc can be used. Cementitious levelling mortars
shall only be used if there is a well prepared open
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ shall be applied to satura- textured surface that is completely cleaned of residue.
tion by brush, roller, low pressure or airless spray
equipment. If other Sika products are to be used, site trials are
After the application of the last coat, as soon as the recommended to confirm preparation and suitability
surface become mat, do a low pressure water clean- ing If non Sika products are to be used, please contact the
(water hose). manufacturer technical department for confirmation of
The day after application, the treated surfaces shall be compatibility with Sika® FerroGard®-903+ or undertake
cleaned by pressure washing (~10 MPa – 100 bars). compatibility and adhesion site trials.
CLEANING OF TOOLS
Use water to clean application equipment

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LIMITATIONS BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA
All technical data stated in this Data Sheet are based on
Do not apply when rain or frost is expected. laboratory tests. Actual measured data may vary due to
The following construction materials have to be circumstances beyond our control.
protected from splashes of Sika® FerroGard®-903+
during application:
▪ aluminium LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
▪ copper Please note that as a result of specific local regula-
▪ galvanized steel tions the declared data and recommended uses for this
▪ marble and other similar natural stone product may vary from country to country. Please
Visible concrete defects (spalling, cracks etc) must be consult the local Product Data Sheet for the exact
repaired using conventional repair methods (removal of product data and uses.
delaminating or loose concrete, treatment of rein-
forcement, reprofiling etc.) ECOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY
Alternatively to the method described above, Sika® For information and advice on the safe handling, stor-
FerroGard®-903+ can be applied after repair works (but age and disposal of chemical products, users shall refer
to the most recent Safety Data Sheet (SDS) containing
not overlay) has been carried out (after hardening of physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
the repair material) – freshly repaired area might not lated data.
need to be treated with the inhibitor. If this is never-
theless done, lower diffusion is then expected at the LEGAL NOTES
zones that were repaired. The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
Typical maximum chloride content at rebar level is 1% tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
by weight of cement of free chloride ions products, are given in good faith based on Sika's cur-
(corresponding to 1.7 % of sodium chloride). Above this rent knowledge and experience of the products when
limit, according to site conditions and level of corrosion properly stored, handled and applied under normal
activities, increased consumption of Sika® FerroGard®- conditions in accordance with Sika's recommenda-
903+ can be considered. Trials and corrosion rate tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
monitoring to confirm consumption and effectiveness strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
shall be carried out. ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
To provide efficient protection, concentration of Sika® legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
FerroGard®-903+ at rebar level shall be minimum from this information, or from any written recom-
100ppm when measured by chromatography ionic – mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
detailed method available upon request. user of the product must test the product’s suitability
Do not apply in tidal zones or to substrates saturated for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
with water. serves the right to change the properties of its
Avoid application in direct sun and/or strong wind products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
and/or rain. be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
Do not apply to concrete in direct contact with drinking current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data
water.
Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will
Depending on substrate conditions, the application of be supplied on request.
Sika® FerroGard®-903+ may lead to a slight darkening of
the surface. Proceed with preliminary testing.
All surface treatments are to be carried out using cold
potable water.

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