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Fosroc® Auracast 230A constructive solutions

Revolutionar y high early strength Typical dosage

superplasticiser/high range water reducer.
Fosroc Auracast 230A is a unique combination of
polycarboxylate polymers which act through a strong
steric hindrance mechanism, outperforming conventional
superplasticisers.
Displaying excellent dispersion and water reduction
capability’s Auracast 230A has been specially engineered
for the Precast industry where high early strength and high
workability are essential.
For each application the optimum dosage of Fosroc Auracast
230A is best established by trial mixes with the same site
materials in use under conditions that will be experienced
on site.
The typical dosage range is 0.4 to 1.2 litres / 100 kg of
cementitious..
For further advice please contact the Fosroc Technical
Department.

Ideal for the production of precast elements with high

workability concrete as it displays a low viscous nature and
improved surface finish. C 0086
Uses Fosroc Limited
Drayton Manor Business Park, Coleshill Road,Tamworth,UK. B78 3XN
n Ideal for producing Self Compacting Concrete (SCC), 14
high workability concrete. DoP UK9-73
n Self compacting fibre reinforced concrete. 0086-CPR-473151
n Extremely fluid, flowing concretes can be produced at Auracast 230A
very low water cement ratios providing ease of mould
High Range water reducing/Superplasticizing Admixture
filling and less workmanship where access or dense
EN 934-2:T3.1/3.2
reinforcement can be a challenge.
Water Reduction > 12% compared with
n High early age strength and superior ultimate strength
Reference mix
Advantages Increase of consistence Increase > 120mm from
initial slump or
n Improved surface finish Increase > 160mm from
n Aids the dispersion of the fibres in the concrete initial flow
n Works well with poorly graded aggregates Retention of Consistence At 30 mins > Reference mix
at initial
n Increase in efficiency and turnaround
Compressive Strength Fulfilled
n Used in the production of Self Compacting Concrete
(SCC), super workable flowing concrete and high Air Content: Fulfilled
workability concrete displays improved consistency Corrosion Behaviour Contains components only
which requires little or no vibration. from EN934-1: Annex A.1.
n Exhibits concrete of an extremely low viscous nature. Dangerous Substances NPD
This enables floating and finishing to be made less
Durability NPD
labour intensive.
n Chloride free. Ideal for concrete containing embedded Properties
steel.
n Ability to produce high workability concrete without Nature Liquid
bleed and segregation
Colour Straw
Technical support Specific gravity 1.044 - 1.064
pH 8.8 +/- 1
Fosroc provides a technical advisory service for on site
evaluation and advice on admixture selection, evaluation trials Chloride content <0.1%
and dispensing equipment. Technical data and guidance can Na20 equivalent <0.5%
be provided for admixtures and products for use with fresh Freezing point Sensitive to freezing
and hardened concrete.

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Fosroc® Auracast 230A

Application Packaging

Fosroc Auracast 230A is supplied ready for addition to
concrete at the batching plant.
Dispensing
The correct quantity should be measured by means of a
suitable dispenser at the time of batching the concrete. It’s
best added with the latter part of the mixing water.
Effects of overdosing
Auracast 230A is available in bulk supply or 20 litre drums.
Storage
Auracast 230A has a minimum shelf life of 12 months provided
the temperature is within 2oC to 50o C.
Should the product become frozen, the properties of Auracast
230A can be homogenised by thorough agitation of the
completely thawed product.

Overdosing above the recommended dosage range may Precaution

promote segregation, excessive bleeding and increased air
entrainment of the concrete mix. In the event of a suspected Health and safety
overdose please consult the Fosroc Technical Department.
For further information consult the product safety data sheet
Compatibility for this product.

With cements Fire

Auracast 230A is suitable for use with all types of Portland Auracast 230A is water based and non – flammable.
cement and cement replacement materials e.g. GGBS, PFA
and microsilica.

With other admixtures

Auracast 230A is compatible with other admixtures in the

Fosroc range. Admixtures should never be premixed prior to
their addition to the concrete mix.

Contact the Fosroc Technical Department for further advice

on the effects of various admixtures.

Fosroc and Auracast are trademarks of

Fosroc International Limited

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, recom-
mendation, 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.

Fosroc Limited
Drayton Manor Business Park
Coleshill Road, Tamworth, telephone: fax: email:
Staffordshire B78 3XN. UK +44 0 (1827) 262222 +44 0 (1827) 262444 enquiryuk@fosroc.com

www.fosroc.com Certificate number FM 610

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