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Chemrite – 520
High Range Water-Reducing and Set –Retarding Concrete Admixture
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Product Description Chemrite-520 is a superplasticiser with a set-retarding effect for
producing free-flowing concrete. It also acts as a substantial
water-reducing agent for promoting high early and ultimate
strengths.
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Uses Chemrite-520 is used for the concreting of:
-- Beams, Columns, Slabs
-- Bridge decks
-- Roads & Pavements
-- High-rise Buildings
-- Rafts and Foundations
-- Retaining Walls
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Advantages Chemrite-520 provides the following advantages:
-- Substantial improvement in workability without increased
water or the risk of segregation.
-- Long-lasting control of slump loss.
-- Early strengths significantly increased up to 20% water
reduction.
-- Especially suitable for hot climates.
-- No adverse shrinkage effect.
-- Improved surface finish.
-- Increased water tightness.
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Standards Chemrite-520 complies with ASTM C-494, Type G.
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Technical Data
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Form Polymer type dispersion
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Color Dark brown
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Density 1.18 ± 0.01 Kg/Lit
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Storage Chemrite-520 must be stored in a cool, shaded area.
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Shelf life 12 months from date of production if stored properly in original
unopened packing.
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Packaging 200 Lit. Drums; delivery in tankers on demand.
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Application
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Dosage 0.8 – 2.0 % by weight of cement. Exact dosage rates are
dependent on the type of effect sought, quality of cement and
aggregates, Water/Cement-ratio and ambient temperature.
Therefore, it is advisable to carry out trial mixes. Chemrite-520
is compatible with all types of Portland Cement, Sulphate
Resistant cement and Silica Fume.
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Dispensing Chemrite-520 can be added separately to the freshly mixed
concrete or directly to the mixing water prior to its addition to
the aggregates. When added separately to the freshly mixed
concrete, further mixing should take place for at least one minute
per cubic meter.
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Important When accidental overdosing occurs, the set retarding effect
increases. During this period the concrete must be kept moist in
order to prevent premature drying out.
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Safety Instructions
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Safety Precautions 1.
Accidental splashes to the skin must be washed off with
water and soap.
2. Accidental splashes to the eyes must be rinsed with clean
warm water. Seek medical attention without delay.
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Ecology Do not dispose off into water or soil but according to local
regulations.
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Toxicity Non-toxic.
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Transportation Non-hazardous.
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