CHEMIUM 173 is an aqueous solution of modified polymers ready for use, with very high performance in plasticizing and slump retention. It complies with EN 934-2 Tables 3.1, 3.2.

USE

CHEMIUM 173 is an ideal admixture for high performance concrete, for example very low W/C ratio. It is used widely in the precast and prestressed concrete industry, achieving very high early and final strength and high concrete density. It offers very long term plasticity to normal concrete.

CHEMIUM 173 is used as a high water reducing agent for quick strength development, for bridges and difficult constructions in general.

ADVANTAGES

• Not freezing down to -12°C.
• Flowable pumpable concrete with very low W/C ratio.
• It increases watertightness of concrete, due to high water reducing effect.
• It reduces or eliminates heating in precast.
• It does not require vibration of concrete.
• It ameliorates the surface texture and finish of concrete.
• It increases the early (16-24h) and final strength.
• It ameliorates the adhesion of concrete on the reinforcement.
• It reduces shrinking and cracking.

INSTRUCTIONS

CHEMIUM 173, due to long term plasticity which it achieves, can be added to the mixer of the plant or locally in the job site. The duration of its effect is up to 1 hour at 20°C.

Dosage: For normal conditions from 0.3 to 1.0 % on cement weight. It can be raised up to 4% on cement weight or more according to need, without side effects after suitable trials. The dosage depends on the temperature, the quantity and quality of cement and aggregates, the W/C ratio, etc.

USEFUL DATA

Packaging: IBCs of 1000 kg, drums of 220 kg, containers of 20 kg.

Shelf life: At least 6 months in the original sealed containers at a cool spot. It doesn't freeze down to -12°C. If frozen, it can be defrosted at low temperature (30°C) under continuous stirring and used without problem.

CHEMIUM 173 is compatible with the range of admixtures offered by our company, except
the SPL range.