SikaFiber PPM-12 | POLYPROPYLENE MICROFIBRES FOR CONCRETE AND MORTARS
Product Category: Concrete Fiber Reinforcement
Brand: Sika
Model Code: SikaFiber® PPM-12Description
SikaFiber® PPM-12 is a 12 mm monofilament polypropylene microfiber, designed for use in concrete and cementitious mortars to reduce shrinkage cracking and improve durability, especially in hot and tropical climates.
Applications
Suitable for non-structural concrete and mortar:
- Ground-bearing slabs
- Screeds and overlays
- Plasters and renders
- Precast concrete elements
- Sprayed concrete
- Extruded concrete
- Interior and exterior works
Key Features
- Reduces plastic and drying shrinkage cracks
- Reduces plastic settlement
- Improves durability
- Reduces permeability
- Minimizes slab curling
- Increases impact resistance
- Reduces spalling at high temperatures
- Easy and safe to use
Product Information
- Type: Polypropylene microfiber
- Composition: 100% polypropylene
- Appearance: Transparent fibers
Packaging
- Bulk / water-soluble bags
- Size: 300 g – 1000 g
Shelf Life
- 36 months
Storage
- Dry conditions
- Temperature: +5°C to +30°C
Physical Properties
- Density: ~0.91 g/cm³
- Fiber Length: 12 mm
- Diameter: 32 μm
- Melting Point: ~160°C
- Classification: Class 1a (EN 14889-2)
Technical Data
- Tensile Strength: 467 – 548 MPa
Dosage
- Standard: 600 – 900 g per m³ concrete
- For fire resistance (spalling reduction):
- 1000 – 2000 g per m³
Application Method
- Add fibers with dry aggregates
- Mix thoroughly for even distribution
- Add remaining materials
- Increase mixing time (~1 extra minute per m³)
⚠️ Do NOT add directly into water
Important Notes
- Does NOT replace steel reinforcement
- Requires good quality concrete for best performance
- Compatible with other Sika admixtures
Performance Advantages
- Controls early-stage cracking
- Improves long-term durability
- Enhances concrete performance in hot climates
- Reduces maintenance cost
- Improves surface quality
Safety & Handling
- No special SDS required (REACH compliant)
- Follow general construction safety practices
Additional Notes
- Lab-tested values
- Site conditions may affect results
- Local regulations may vary
Summary
SikaFiber® PPM-12 is a high-performance microfiber reinforcement that improves crack control, durability, and concrete quality, making it ideal for slabs, plaster, and general concrete applications, especially in tropical environments like Cambodia.
