Fosroc Auramix 350: Uses, Advantages, and Properties
The superplasticizer admixture Fosroc Auramix 350 is based on polycarboxylic ether polymers and has a long lateral chain. It is produced by Fosroc Chemicals India Private Limited, and Space Arc Engineering, an authorised distributor of the whole Fosroc line of goods, is in charge of marketing it in India. The applications , benefits, and characteristics of the product are discussed in this article.
Uses:
Advantages:
Dosage:
Uses:
- Auramix 350 is a high-performance superplasticizer appropriate for both low-grade and high-grade concrete that needs significant water reduction and prolonged workability retentions.
- It is appropriate for high-performance concrete, pumpable concrete, and concrete with long workability retention .
Advantages:
- By evenly distributing the cement particles throughout the concrete mixture , Auramix 350 increases the surface area exposed to the hydration process. With the help of this effect , concrete's strength, workability, cement content, and setting time can all be improved.
- The low viscosity additive can be used to pump various concrete grades to larger heights .
- It is perfect for the manufacturing of precast concrete because it offers more strength without a rise in cement content or a decline in workability.
- It slows down the rate of workability loss, which is typically brought on by superplasticizers, and shrinkage cracking because the water cement ratio is reduced. Moreover, it renders the concrete water - tight.
- Auramix 350 provides improved carbonation resistance, lessens shrinkage and creep, and boosts durability .
Properties: - Based on a polycarboxylic ether polymer with a long lateral chain, Auramix 350 is a special blend of new-generation superplasticizing admixture that delays the setting type .
- It comes in the form of a light brown liquid that dissolves right away in water.
- Depending on the dosage, Auramix 350 complies with ASTM C 494 Type F & Type G and IS 9103-1999(2007) .
- It has a pH of at least 6.0 and appears as a light brown liquid .
- The volumetric mass of Auramix 350 is 1.08* 0.02 kg/liter at 250°C, and it has no chloride content according to IS:456* .
Dosage:
- Always undertake laboratory and batch trials to ascertain the ideal Auramix 350 dosage for a given need.
- The ideal Auramix 350 dosage typically falls between 0.3% and 2.0% of the total cement or binder content by weight.
- Consult with Fosroc's technical department before utilising dose outside of the suggested range to meet unique blend needs.
- Based on the various package sizes—200kg drums, 250kg drums, or bulk tankers—estimate your needs for Auramix 350.
Storage: - As long as the temperature is kept between 40°C and 50°C, Auramix 350 has a 12-month minimum shelf life..
- Auramix 350 is not categorised as a dangerous drug under current standards, therefore take precautions. Therefore, it is advised to keep the substance away from the mouth, eyes, and skin.
- Gloves and goggles should be worn for protection, and water should be used to wipe splashes from the skin.
- If Auramix 350 gets in your eyes, immediately rinse them out with lots of water and call your doctor. If you ingest it, get medical help right once and resist the urge to throw up.
- The water-based product Auramix 350 is non-flammable .
Technical Support:
Fosroc offers expert technical guidance and support for on-site mix design and dosage optimization trials. Auramix 350 is a premium superplasticizer admixture that provides numerous advantages, such as increased strength and improved workability .