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Conplast SP480

constructive solutions

High performance super plasticizer and


pumping aid admixture
Uses

Typical dosage
The optimum dosage of Conplast SP480 to meet specific
requirements should always be determined by trial mixes
using the materials and conditions that will be experienced
in use.

To provide excellent acceleration of strength gain at


early ages and major increases in strength at all
ages by significantly reducing water demand
Particularly suitable for concrete containing cement
replacement products such as PFA, GGBFS and
microsilica,

For high strength, water reduced concrete the normal


dosage range is from 1.00 to 3.00 liters/100kg of
cementations material.

To significantly improve the workability of site mixed


and pre-cast concrete without increasing water
demand

Use at other dosages

To provide improved durability by increasing ultimate


strengths and reducing concrete permeability

Dosages outside the typical ranges quoted above can be


used to meet particular requirements. Contact Fosroc for
advice.

To improve cohesion, pumping and placing of


concrete mixes

Properties

Advantages
Makes possible major reductions in water/cement
ratio which allow the production of high strength
concrete without excessive cement contents

Appearance:
Specific gravity:
Chloride content:
Air entrainment:

Increased workability levels are maintained for longer


than with ordinary sulphonated melamine admixtures

Alkali content:

Reduced segregation and bleeding, can be pumped


greater distances at lower pumping pressures with
fewer blockages

Instructions for use

Improved surface finish of cured concrete

Mix design

Chloride free, safe for use in pre-stressed and


reinforced concrete

Where the main requirement is to improve strength, initial


trials should be made with normal concrete mix designs.
The addition of the admixture will allow the removal of
water from the mix whilst maintaining workability. After
initial trials, minor modifications to the overall mix design
may be made to optimise performance.

Standard compliance
Conplast SP480 complies with BS 5075 Part 3 and with
ASTM C494 as type A, F and G depending on the dosage
used.

Brown liquid
o
Typically 1.18 @25 C
Nil to BS 5075
3 - 4% (Depending upon dosage
and mix design
Typically less than 72 g Na2O
equivalent/litre of admixture.

Where the main requirement is to provide high workability


concrete, the mix design should be one suitable for use as
a pump mix. Advice on mix design for flowing concrete is
available from Fosroc.

Description
Conplast SP480 is a chloride free, superplasticising
admixture based on selected sulphonated naphthalene
polymers. It is supplied as a brown solution, which
instantly disperse in water.

Compatibility
Conplast SP480 is compatible with other Fosroc
admixtures used in the same concrete mix. All admixtures
should be added to the concrete separately and must not
be mixed together prior to addition.
The resultant
properties of concrete containing more than one admixture
should be assessed by trial mixes.

Specifically developed for rich mixes where high


cementitious content and lower water cement ratio can
result in highly rheo-plastic concrete which normally has
difficulty in pumping for longer distances and placing/
finishing, conplast SP480 mechanism is that it allows
greater water reduction, maintains longer workability
retention while still remaining pump-friendly and easier
handling on site.

Conplast SP480 is suitable for use with all types of


ordinary Portland cements and cement replacement
materials such as PFA, GGBFS and microsilica.

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Conplast SP480
Dispensing

Precautions

The correct quantity of Conplast SP480 should be


measured by means of a recommended dispenser.
Normally, the admixture should then be added to the
concrete with the mixing water to obtain the best results.
Where high workability concrete is required from normal
workability concrete delivered to site. Conplast SP480 may
also be added to concrete direct into a readymix truck. Full
blending of the admixture and the concrete should be
ensured by mixing at high speed for a period of at least two
minutes.

Health and safety


Conplast SP480 does not fall into the hazard classifications
of current regulations see notes 1 and 2 below). However, it
should not be swallowed or allowed to come into contact
with skin and eyes.
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.

Contact Fosroc for advice regarding suitable equipment and


its installation.
Effects of overdosing

For further information consult the Material Safety Data


Sheet available for this product.

An overdose of double the amount of Conplast SP480 will


result in an increase in retardation as compared to that
normally obtained.
Provided that adequate curing is
maintained, the ultimate strength of the concrete will not be
impaired by increased retardation and will generally be
increased.
The effects of overdosing will be further
increased if sulphate resisting cement or cement
replacement materials are used.

Fire
Conplast SP480 is water based and non-flammable.
Cleaning and disposal
Spillages of Conplast SP480 should be absorbed onto
sand, earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable
containers. Remnants should be nosed down with large
quantities of water.

Over-dosage may also cause increased air entrainment


which will tend to reduce strength. The degree of this effect
will depend on the particular mix design and overdose level.

The disposal of excess or waste material should be carried


out in accordance with local legislation under the guidance
of the local waste regulatory authority.

Technical support
Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on-site
assistance and advice on mix design, admixture selection,
evaluation trials and dispensing equipment.
Estimating
Conplast SP480 is available in drum or bulk supply. For
larger users, storage tanks can be supplied.

Important note:
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions
for the Supply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that
any advice, recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct
or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the
use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

Fosam Company Limited


Head Office
Post Box 11081
Jeddah 21453
Saudi Arabia

www.fosroc.com

Telephone: +966 2 637 5345

Fax: +966 2 637 5891

email: fosam@fosroc.com

Regional Offices
Jeddah Sales Office
Jeddah Showroom
Riyadh
Dammam
Khamis Mushayt

Tel: (02) 6080999


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Fax: (02) 635 3330


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Registered Office: Industrial Area, Phase 4, Road No. 414, Street No. 407

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