Pozzolith 390N PDF

POZZOLITH®390N
Water reducing multi dosage admixture to produce low slump loss high workability concrete
Description
Compatibility
®
POZZOLITH 390N is a water reducing, plasticising ®
POZZOLITH 390N is compatible with all types of
admixture for the production of low slump loss, high
Portland cement including SRC and modified Type
workability concrete.
ll. For use with other special cement types or
® blends contact your BASF Construction Chemicals
POZZOLITH 390N is formulated for use over a
® SA representative for advice.
wide dosage range. POZZOLITH 390N can match
the performance characteristics of many
Typical properties
superplasticisers at lower dosage and cost.
Properties listed are for guidance and are not a
At the lower end of the dosage range guarantee of performance
®
POZZOLITH 390N will substantially increase and Colour: Brown liquid
Specific gravity: 1.206 at 25°C
extend workability of a given water cement ratio.
Chloride content: Nil to BS 5075 Part 1
Alternatively, the water cement ratio can be Freezing point: 0°C
reduced whilst maintaining a given slump. The Flashpoint: N/A
water reduction capability, slump and extension of
Standards
workability, increase with dosage. At higher
® ®
dosage rates, POZZOLITH 390N will enable water POZZOLITH 390N complies with the performance
reductions and the production of flowing concrete requirements of ASTM C-494 type B, D, and G.
normally only available from superplasticisers.
Dosage
Primary uses
The normal range is 0.3 - 1.0 ltr / 100 kg cement.
®
POZZOLITH 390N is formulated for use by Higher dosages may be required when certain
commercial ready-mix operators, who can benefit combinations of materials and conditions are
from its multiple role characteristics by minimising present or water reduction in excess of 15% is
admixture stock. required. In all cases, trial mixes should be carried
out to determine the optimum dosage required to
Typical applications achieve the desired concrete property.
• In areas of congested reinforcement where high

Strength
workability will ease placement and compaction.
• Hot weather concreting where extension of Used to reduce the water cement ratio,
®
workability and controlled delays to initial set are POZZOLITH 390N will improve all the desirable
beneficial. performance characteristics of hardened concrete:
• To effect reductions in the water cement ratio higher compressive strength and modulus; lower
enabling either higher strength or cement permeability, shrinkage and creep.
economy.
POZZOLITH®390N
Dispensing Safety precautions
® ®
POZZOLITH 390N is introduced into the mixer with POZZOLITH 390N is not a fire or health hazard.
the mixing water. The admixture works more Spillages should be washed down immediately with
efficiently if it is added to the dampened mix after cold water. For further information, refer to material
50 - 70% of the water has been introduced. No safety data sheet.
extension to normal mixing time is necessary.
®
POZZOLITH 390N should never be added to dry Note
cement. Field service, where provided, does not constitute
supervisory responsibility. For additional
Packaging information contact your local BASF Construction
® Chemicals SA representative.
POZZOLITH 390 is available in bulk or in 200 litre
drums.
Quality and care
Storage
All products originating from BASF Construction
Store under cover, out of direct sunlight and protect Chemicals SA, are manufactured under a
from extremes of temperatures. management system independently certified to
conform to the requirements of the quality
Failure to comply with the recommended storage standards ISO 9001/2000.
conditions may result in premature deterioration of
the product or packaging. For specific storage
advice consult BASF Construction Chemicals SA’s
Technical Services Department.
Services Department.
Whilst any information contained herein is true, accurate and represents our best knowledge and experience, no warranty is given or
implied with any recommendations made by us, our representatives or distributors, as the conditions of use and the competence of any
labour involved in the application are beyond our control.
As all BASF’s technical datasheets are updated on a regular basis it is the user's responsibility to obtain the most recent issue.
BASF Construction Chemicals South Africa (Pty) Ltd
P.O. Box 420, Westonaria, 1780 852 Sixteenth Road, Midrand
11 Pullinger Street, Westonaria, 1779 PO Box 2801, Halfway House, 1685
Tel: +27 11 754 1343 Tel: +27 11 203 2405
Fax: +27 11 754 1105
Website : basf-cc.co.za

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• In areas of congested reinforcement where high

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