Concrete Superplasticizers – CapcoNorm PN12

CapcoNorm PN12 is a superplasticizer and powerful water reducer used to significantly increase the flowability of concrete/mortar without changing the water-to-cement ratio or to reduce the water-to-cement ratio without reducing flowability.

This product is produced according to the general requirements of the Iranian National Standard No. 2930-1 and the performance requirements specified in Tables 1-3 and 2-3 of the Iranian National Standard No. 2930-2. Additionally, this additive complies with the requirements of Grade F in ASTM C494 standard and Table 1 of EN 934-1 standard, as well as Tables 1-3 and 2-3 of EN 934-2 standard.

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The advantages of using a concrete superplasticizer include:

• Improving concrete mechanical strengths by reducing water content in cementitious materials.
• Reduced water-to-cement ratio leads to decreased water absorption and permeability due to the reduction in water content relative to cementitious materials.
• Increasing the abrasion resistance of concrete due to the reduction in the water-to-cement ratio.
• Improving workability and reducing pressure during the concrete pumping process.

The use of concrete superplasticizers:

• Production and implementation of various types of reinforced and non-reinforced concrete, including self-compacting concrete, pumped concrete, pozzolanic concrete, lightweight concrete, precast concrete elements, prestressed concrete, decorative concrete, and more.
• High-Quality Cement-Based Mortar Production
• Production of concrete with a water-to-cement ratio between 0.40 to 0.45
• Reducing construction costs due to increased speed in concrete pouring and formwork removal operations.

Range and Method of Using Additives in Concrete:

Permissible Range for Using Additives in Concrete:

The permissible range of using CapcoNorm PN12 is from 0.5 to 1.5 percent by weight of cementitious materials (500 to 1500 grams per hundred kilograms of cementitious materials, including cement, silica fume, slag, fly ash, and other similar pozzolans). The optimal dosage of the additive should be determined based on the mix design specifications and the execution conditions, taking into account the environmental conditions. Ultimately, it should be established through the production of trial mixes. Exceeding the declared permissible limit may lead to consequences such as segregation and water bleeding.

How to Mix Concrete Superplasticizer:

To use the additive, it is necessary to dilute it with water in double the volume of the additive. Then, add it to the concrete when it has reached a low initial slump. Additionally, the following points should be observed:

After adding the additive, the concrete should be thoroughly mixed for 2 to 5 minutes to ensure complete blending, and uniform distribution of the additive in the concrete.
This additive should not come into direct contact with dry cement or dry aggregate materials.
The volume of water used to dilute the additive (before adding it to the concrete) should be subtracted from the total mixing water in the concrete.

Physical and Chemical Specifications of Concrete superplasticizer (CapcoNorm PN12):

Physical State: Liquid
Color: brown
Chemical Base: Modified Lignosulfonate
Density: 1.05 ± 0.02 g/cm³
Chloride Content: Negligible
Equivalent Alkali Content (Na₂O): 2%
pH 7 ± 1
Freezing Point: -3°C

Safety Precautions When Using Concrete Plasticizer:

• In case of contact with this additive in the eyes, the person should rinse the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open.
• In case of contact with this additive on the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with clean water for 15 minutes.
• Contaminated clothing should be washed with appropriate cleaning agents before reuse.
• If the affected person continues to experience discomfort, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly.

Concrete Superplasticizers – CapcoNorm PN12

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