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DESCRIPTION DOSAGE
MasterRheobuild 1100 is composed of synthetic IS 9103: 1999 TIMATING DATA
polymers specially designed to impart Rheoplastic
qualities to concrete.
A Rheoplastic concrete is a fluid concrete with a Optimum dosage of MasterRheobuild 1100
slump of at least 200 mm, easily flowing, but at the should be determined with trial mixes. As a guide,
same time free from segregation and having the a dosage range of 500ml to 1500ml per 100kg of
same water/cement ratio as that of a no-slump cementitious material is normally recommended.
concrete (25 mm) with admixture. This dosage range applies for most concrete
MasterRheobuild 1100 is chloride free. mixtures using typical concrete ingredients.
However, variations in job conditions and concrete
RECOMMENDED USES
materials, such as silica fume, may require
Precast/pre-stress concrete dosages outside of the recommended range.
Site batched concrete For additional information on MasterRheobuild
Pumped concrete 1100 admixture or on its use in developing
Wet Shotcrete Mixes concrete mixes with special performance
Concrete containing microsilca/ metakaolin characteristics, contact your local BASF
Concreting in low temperatures representative.
High performance grouts/tunnel backfills Effects of over dosage
Cementitious injection suspensions A severe over-dosage of MasterRheobuild 1100
Suitable for Concrete Piles can result in the following:
FEATURES AND BENEFITS Increase in air entrainment
Bleed/segregation of mix, quick loss of
Controlled set times workability
Produces flowable concrete at reduced W/C Increased plastic shrinkage
ratios
Delayed setting
High early strengths – Accelerated construction
Least dependence on consolidation energy A slight overdose may not adversely affect the
Improved bond strength to concrete ultimate strength of the concrete and can achieve
Higher modulus of elasticity higher strengths than normal concrete, provided it
Increased compressive, tensile and flexural is properly compacted and cured. Due allowance
strengths as a benefit of its water reducing should be made for the effect of fluid concrete
action pressure on form work, and stripping times should
Reduced permeability - Improved durability be monitored.
Reduced thermal peaks – reduced cracking In the event of over dosage, consult your local
Highly reliable in-place structural integrity BASF representative immediately.
PERFORMANCE TEST DATA APPLICATION
MasterRheobuild 1100 is a ready-to-use liquid
Aspect : Dark brown free flowing which is dispensed into the concrete together with
liquid the mixing water.
Relative Density : 1.21±0.02 at 25º C The plasticising effect and water reduction are
higher if the admixture is added to the damp
pH : ≥6
concrete after 50 to 70% of the mixing water has
Chloride ion content : <0.2% been added. The addition of MasterRheobuild
TEST CERTIFICATION/APPROVALS 1100 to dry aggregate or cement is not
recommended.
ASTM C-494 Type A & F
EN 934-2: T3.1/3.2
MasterRheobuild® 1100
(Formerly Known as Rheobuild 1100)
When using MasterRheobuild 1100 to produce climates. The use of MASTERKURE 111CF,
flowing concrete at site using ready mix trucks, it evaporation reducer to prevent quick moisture loss
can be added to the concrete via the feed hopper from the surface of the flat works such as
at the rear of the truck. Mix before discharge for 5 pavements in the dry, windy and hot climates is
minutes at 10 rpm to produce a fully homogenous highly recommended.
mix.
COMPATIBILITY PACKAGING
MasterRheobuild 1100 is compatible with most MasterRheobuild 1100 is supplied in 250kg
admixtures used in the production of quality drums or in bulk on request.
concrete including normal, other mid-range and STORAGE /SHELF LIFE
high-range water-reducing admixtures, air MasterRheobuild 1100 must be stored where
entrainers, accelerators, retarders, extended set temperatures do not drop below +5°C. If product
control admixtures, corrosion inhibitors, and has frozen, thaw at +5°C or above and completely
shrinkage reducers. reconstitute using mild mechanical agitation. Do
not use pressurized air for agitation. Store under
MasterRheobuild 1100 also compatible with slag
cover, out of direct sunlight and protect from
and pozzolans such as fly ash and silica fume
extremes of temperature.Shelf life is 12 months
when stored as above.
CORROSIVITY – NON CORROSIVE
MasterRheobuild 1100 admixture will neither Failure to comply with the recommended storage
initiate nor promote corrosion of reinforcing steel conditions may result in premature deterioration of
embedded in concrete, prestressed concrete or the product or packaging. For specific storage
concrete placed on galvanized steel floor and roof advice consult your local BASF representative.
systems. Neither calcium chloride nor any calcium
chloride-based ingredients are used in the PRECAUTIONS
manufacture of MasterRheobuild 1100 admixture. As with all chemical products, care should be
In all concrete application, MasterRheobuild 1100 taken during use and storage to avoid contact with
admixture will conform to the most stringent or eyes, mouth, skin and food stuffs (which can also
minimum chloride ion limits currently suggested by be tainted with vapour until product fully cured or
construction industry standards and practices. dried). Treat splashes to eyes and skin
WORKABILITY immediately. If accidentally ingested, seek
MasterRheobuild 1100 ensures that rheoplastic immediate medical attention. Keep away from
concrete remains workable for 30 to 90 minutes at children and animals. Reseal containers after use.
+25°C. Workability loss is dependent on Do not reuse containers for storage of consumable
temperature, and on the type of cement, the nature item. For further information refer to the material
of aggregates, the method of transport and initial safety data sheet. MSDS available on demand or
workability. on BASF construction chemicals web site.
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