Description

Superplasticizer PC-400: High-Performance Concrete Admixture

PC-400 is a high-performance, polycarboxylate-based superplasticizer designed to significantly improve the workability of concrete mixes while maintaining or even enhancing their compressive strength. This powerful admixture is ideal for a wide range of applications demanding high-performance concrete with superior properties.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Exceptional Workability: PC-400 provides a dramatic increase in slump flow, allowing for easier placement and consolidation of concrete, even at low water-cement ratios. This results in reduced labor costs and improved finishing.
• Reduced Water Demand: By improving the dispersion of cement particles, PC-400 allows for significant water reduction without compromising workability. This leads to:
  • Increased Strength: Higher strength concrete is achieved due to the lower water-cement ratio.
  • Improved Durability: Reduced porosity enhances resistance to freeze-thaw cycles, chloride penetration, and other forms of deterioration.
  • Enhanced Cost Savings: Less cement and water translates to lower material costs.
• Extended Workability: PC-400 provides extended slump retention time, offering a longer working window for efficient concrete placement, especially beneficial in large pours or challenging site conditions.
• High Early Strength Development: PC-400 contributes to accelerated early strength gain, enabling faster formwork stripping and project completion.
• Excellent Compatibility: PC-400 is compatible with most types of cement, aggregates, and other commonly used concrete admixtures. However, compatibility testing is always recommended before large-scale implementation.
• Environmentally Friendly: PC-400 is formulated to meet stringent environmental standards, minimizing its impact on the environment.

Typical Applications:

• High-Strength Concrete: Achieving superior compressive strength for demanding structural applications.
• Self-Consolidating Concrete (SCC): Facilitating the flow and placement of SCC in complex geometries.
• Ready-Mix Concrete: Improving the workability and efficiency of ready-mix operations.
• Precast Concrete: Optimizing the production process for precast elements.
• High-Performance Concrete for Infrastructure Projects: Building durable and long-lasting infrastructure.

Dosage:

The optimum dosage of PC-400 depends on several factors, including the type of cement, aggregate properties, desired slump, and environmental conditions. It is recommended to conduct trial mixes to determine the most effective dosage for specific applications. Typical dosage ranges from 0.5% to 1.5% by weight of cement.

Storage:

Store PC-400 in a cool, dry place, protected from freezing and direct sunlight. The shelf life is typically 12 months in unopened containers.

Safety Precautions:

While PC-400 is generally considered safe to handle, standard safety precautions should be followed. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete safety information.

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