TDS - Castech LRPS-3000S - 2023
TDS - Castech LRPS-3000S - 2023
Castech LRPS-3000.S
Long Slump Retention polycarboxylate based
superplasticizers
Properties
Type F & G Admixture ( ASTM C494/C494M–10 ) Appearance Brownish orange
Specific gravity (g/cm3) 1.11 ± 0.03 at 25℃
Chloride content (%) Less than 0.1(w/w)
Description
pH value 3~7
LRPS-3000.S specially developed for Ready Alkali content Less than 1%
mix concrete it’s based on a unique carboxylic
ether polymer with long lateral chains. An
electrostatic dispersion occurs at the start of the Typical dosage
mixing process of concrete. However, the The normal dosage range of LRPS-3000.S is
presence of the polymer lateral chains, generate between 0.5 kg to 2.0 kg per 100 kg of
a steric hindrance which stabilizes the cement cementitious materials. The optimum dosage to
particle’s capacity to separate. This mechanism meet specific requirements should always be
considerably reduces the water demand in determined by trials using the materials and
flowable concrete. conditions that will be experienced in use.
Uses Use at other overdosing
High performance concrete with increase of Dosages outside the normal range can be used
early and ultimate compressive strength to meet particular requirements. Please contact
Self-compacting concrete and high Castech Technical Service Department for
workability concrete. advice in these cases.
Suitable for use in high performance
ready-mix concrete. Instructions for use
Piling concrete 1. Compatibility
Pumping concrete LRPS-3000.S should not be used in conjunction
Advantages with any other admixture unless prior approval
is obtained from local Castech office
Increase compressive strength and flexural LRPS-3000.S is suitable for use with all types
strength at all ages. of Portland cements, OPC, SRC cements and
Improve adhesion to reinforcing and cement replacement materials such as PFA,
stressing steel. GGBFS and micro-silica.
Better resistance to carbonation. 2. Mixing
Lower permeability. a) When used at the mixing plant,
Better resistance to aggressive atmospheric LRPS-3000.S should be added in the
conditions. mixing water.
Reduce shrinkage. b) In some instances, e.g. addition to ready
Increase durability. mix concrete on site, LRPS-3000.S can be
added directly in the truck mixer and mixed a) Spillages of LRPS-3000.S should be
at maximum speed for an extra 5 to 10 absorbed onto sand or soil and transferred
minutes till a proper mixing is achieved. to suitable containers. Remnants should be
c) For some special self-compacting concrete, hosed down with large quantities of water.
a viscosity enhancer maybe helpful. Please b) The disposal of excess or waste material
contact Castech for suggestion. should be carried out in accordance with
3. Dispensing local legislation under the guidance of the
The correct quantity of LRPS-3000.Sshould be local waste regulatory authority.
measured by means of a recommended
Technical support
dispenser. The admixture should then be added
to the concrete with the mixing water to obtain CasTech offers full technical support package to
the best results. specifiers, contractors and end users, as well as
technical assistance on site and after sales
Packaging
constructions.
200 kg drums and 1000 kg tanks CasTech provides detailed method statements
on all its products for use in various
Storage
applications. These must be referred prior to
LRPS-3000.S has a minimum shelf life of 12 starting the work. The information above is
months provided the temperature is kept within summery intended for guidance only.
the range of 2℃ to 50℃. If the temperature of The information contained herein is to the best of our
the product falls outside this range then contact knowledge, belief and accuracy. However, hence the conditions
Castech for advice. of handling and usage are beyond our control. We make no
warrantee of results and assume no responsibility or liability for
Precautions any damages or consequential damage incurred by the use of
1. Health and safety the product. Our products are sold on the condition that the
a) LRPS-3000.S does not fall into the hazard user shall evaluate them as well as our recommendations. To
classifications of current regulations. determine their suitability for a particular purpose the user is
However, it should not be swallowed or solely responsible for the selection of CasTech products.
allowed to come into contact with skin and
eyes.
b) Suitable protective gloves and goggles
should be worn. Splashes on the skin
should be removed with water. In case of
contact with eyes rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice. If
swallowed seek medical attention
immediately - Do not induce vomiting.
2. Fire
LRPS-3000.S is water based and
non-flammable.
3. Cleaning and disposal