Conplast SP430 constructive solutions

High performance superplasticising admixture

Uses Technical support

 To provide excellent acceleration of strength again at Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on-site
early ages and major increases in strength at all ages by assistance and advice on mix design, admixture selection,
significantly reducing water demand in a concrete mix. evaluation trials and dispensing equipment.

 Particularly suitable for pre-cast concrete and other high Typical dosage
early strength requirements.
The optimum dosage of Conplast SP430 to meet specific
 To significantly improve the workability of site mixed and requirements should always be determined by trial mixes
pre-cast concrete without increasing water demand. using the materials and conditions that will be experienced
in use.
 To provide improved durability by increasing ultimate
For high strength, water reduced concrete the normal
strengths and reducing concrete permeability.
dosage range is from 0.7 to 2.0 litres per 100 kg of
cementitious material, including PFA, GGBFS and micro-
Advantages silica. For high workability concrete the normal dosage
range is from 0.7 to 1.3 litres per 100 kgs of cementitious
material.
 Major increases in strength at early ages without
increased cement contents are of particular benefit in
pre-cast concrete, allowing earlier stripping times. Use at other dosages

Dosages outside the typical ranges quoted above can be

 Makes possible major reductions in water/cement ratio used to meet particular requirements. Contact Fosroc for
which allow the production of high strength concrete advice.
without excessive cement contents.
Properties
 Use in production of flowing concrete permits easier
construction with quicker placing and compaction and
Appearance: Brown liquid
reduced labour costs without increasing water content. o
Specific gravity: Typically 1.180 at 20 C
Chloride content: Nil to BS 5075
 Increased workability levels are maintained for longer
than with ordinary sulphonated melamine admixtures. Air entrainment: Typically less than 2% additional
air is entrained at normal dosages.
Alkali content: Typically less than 72.0 g Na2O
 Improved cohesion and particle dispersion minimises
equivalent/litre of admixture. A
segregation and bleeding and improves pumpability.
fact sheet on this subject is
available.
 Chloride free, safe for use in pre-stressed and reinforced
concrete.
Instructions for use

Standard compliance Mix design

Conplast SP430 complies with BS 5075 Part 3 and with Where the main requirement is to improve strength, initial
ASTM C494 as Type A and F depending on dosage used. trials should be made with normal concrete mix designs.
The addition of the admixture will allow the removal of water
Description from the mix whilst maintaining workability. After initial
trials, minor modifications to the overall mix design may be
Conplast SP430 is a chloride free, superplasticising made to optimise performance.
admixture based on selected sulphonated naphthalene
polymers. It is supplied as a brown solution which instantly Where the main requirement is to provide high workability
disperses in water. Conplast SP430 disperses the fine concrete, the mix design should be one suitable for use as a
particles in the concrete mix, enabling the water content of pump mix. Advice on mix design for flowing concrete is
the concrete to perform more effectively. The very high available from Fosroc.
levels of water reduction possible allow major increases in
strength to be obtained.

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Compatibility Effects of overdosing

Conplast SP430 is compatible with other Fosroc admixtures An overdose of double the amount of Conplast SP430 will
used in the same concrete mix. All admixtures should be result in an increase in retardation as compared to that
added to the concrete separately and must not be mixed normally obtained. Provided that adequate curing is
together prior to addition. The resultant properties of maintained, the ultimate strength of the concrete will not be
concrete containing more than one admixture should be impaired by increased retardation and will generally be
assessed by trial mixes. increased. The effects of overdosing will be further
increased if sulphate resisting cement or cement
Conplast SP430 is suitable for use with all types of ordinary replacement materials are used.
Portland cements and cement replacement materials such as
PFA, GGBFS and micro-silica. Over-dosage may also cause increased air entrainment
which will tend to reduce strength. The degree of this effect
Effects on stiffening and set. will depend on the particular mix design and overdose level.

Most water reducing admixtures produce some delay in the Estimating

stiffening of concrete, although the degree may vary.
Retardation is affected by factors other than the admixtures, Conplast SP430 is available in drum or bulk supply. For
depending on the mix details and conditions involved. Trials
larger users, storage tanks can be supplied.
to assess the effects in a particular mix are strongly
recommended if this aspect is of particular importance.
Storage
Major factors which may lead to an increase in retardation
include the following. Conplast SP430 has a minimum shelf life of 12 months
o
provided the temperature is kept within the range of 2 C to
a) Cement replacement materials will usually give greater 50oC. Should the temperature of the product fall outside
levels of retardation than concrete mixes and with this range contact Fosroc for advice.
Ordinary Portland Cement at the same admixture dosage.
Freezing point: Approximately -2oC
b) Low temperatures will give higher levels of retardation for
the same admixture dosage. This is particularly Precautions
noticeable if cement replacement materials are used.
Health and safety
c) Changes in cement source or chemistry may lead to
variations in the retardation obtained. The amount of tri- Conplast SP430 does not fall into the hazard classifications
calcium aluminate in the cement has been identified as of current regulations see notes 1 and 2 below). However, it
being one of the main contributory factors in this respect, should not be swallowed or allowed to come into contact
with a lower level leading to greater retardation. with skin and eyes.

Increased retardation will be obtained at higher dosage. As a Suitable protective gloves and goggles should be worn.
guideline, dosages of 0.31 litres per 100 kg and above are
likely to be in the retarding category. Splashes on the skin should be removed with water in case
of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water
Dispensing and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek medical
attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
The correct quantity of Conplast SP430 should be measured
by means of a recommended dispenser. Normally, the For further information consult the Material Safety Data
admixture should then be added to the concrete with the Sheet available for this product.
mixing water to obtain the best results. Where high
workability concrete is required from normal workability Fire
concrete delivered to site. Conplast SP430 may also be
added to concrete direct into a ready-mix truck. Full blending Conplast SP430 is water based and non-flammable.
of the admixture and the concrete should be ensured by
mixing at high speed for a period of at least two minutes.

Contact Fosroc for advice regarding suitable equipment and

its installation.

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Cleaning and disposal

Spillages of Conplast SP430 should be absorbed onto sand,

earth or vermiculite and transferred to suitable containers.
Remnants should be nosed down with large quantities of
water.

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.

Note: 1: CPL Regulations 1984 Supply - Schedule 1

Note 2 : HSE Publication Guidance Note EH40

Disclaimer

Fosam Company Limited reserves the right to amend its

datasheets at any time; please ensure that the latest
published datasheet version is used.

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 o f its products,
whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

Fosam Company Limited

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