Description
Product Name: KER AD D 440
Code: 2644090007
Water Reducer Admixture
Description: KER-AD D 440 is a chloride-free, liquid water-reducing admixture designed to enhance concrete’s workability and mechanical properties. By optimizing the water/cement ratio, it facilitates easier placement and compaction of concrete, leading to improved density and reduced permeability in the hardened state. Additionally, KER-AD D 440 retards setting time, providing extended workability periods, which is particularly beneficial in hot climates or for complex pours.
Product Features:
- Chloride-free formulation, preventing corrosion of reinforcement
- Enhances concrete workability and fluidity
- Retards setting time, allowing extended workability
- Improves mechanical strength and durability
- Reduces permeability, enhancing resistance to aggressive environments
- Compatible with various cement types
Uses:
- Suitable for ready-mix and precast concrete applications
- Ideal for hot weather concreting to counteract rapid setting
- Beneficial in complex pours requiring extended workability
- Enhances performance of high-strength and durable concrete structures
Application Guide:
- Dosage:
- As a plasticizer: Add 3 to 6 ml per kilogram of cement.
- As a water reducer (up to 20% water reduction): Add 4 to 8 ml per kilogram of cement.
- Mixing:
- Introduce KER-AD D 440 after mixing aggregates with water.
- Mix thoroughly for at least 3 additional minutes to ensure uniform distribution.
- Precautions:
- Do not add directly to dry cement or aggregates.
- Conduct preliminary tests to determine optimal dosage based on specific project conditions.
- Storage:
- Store in a tightly closed container, away from direct sunlight, at temperatures between 20°C and 30°C.
Pros and Cons:
Pros | Cons |
---|---|
Enhances workability and fluidity | Requires precise dosing |
Extends setting time for complex pours | Preliminary testing recommended |
Improves strength and durability | Not suitable for all concrete mixes |
Reduces permeability | Must be added after initial mixing |
Technical Specifications:
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Appearance | Dark brown liquid |
Density | 1,228 kg/m³ |
Viscosity (Zahn cup #2) | 16 seconds |
pH | 8.55 |
Packaging Sizes | 4 liters, 5 gallons, 55 gallons, 1000 kg tote |
Shelf Life | 12 months unopened |
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