POZZOLITH®CRP4+
High performance retarding plasticiser for concrete
Description use with other special cements, contact BASF
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Construction Chemicals' Technical Services
POZZOLITH CRP4+ is a high performance
Department.
plasticising retarder, beneficial in maintaining
workability especially in high ambient temperatures. ®
POZZOLITH CRP4+ should not be pre-mixed with
other admixtures. If other admixtures are to be
Primary uses ®
used in concrete containing POZZOLITH CRP4+,
• Of particular value for readymixed concrete they must be dispensed separately.
where high workability retention and retardation
are of prime importance. Typical properties
• Hot weather concreting of all types.
• Reduction in permeability, reducing effect of Properties listed are for guidance and are not a
groundwater salts on concrete and steel. guarantee of performance
• To improve cohesion, workability and Colour: Dark brown/black liquid
compactability in concretes using poorly Specific gravity: 1.190 @ 25°C
Air entrainment: 0 - 1% depending on dosage rate
graded/shaped fine aggregates.
Chloride content: Nil to BS 5075: 1982
Nitrate content: Nil
Advantages Freezing point: 0°C. Can be reconstituted if stirred after
• Considerably improves the cohesion of thawing.
concrete, reducing segregation and bleed water. Flashpoint: None
• Of particular use where fine aggregates of poor
grading and particle shape are evident. Standards
ASTM C-494: Types A
• Reduces placing problems in hot weather by
BS 5075: Part 1
improved workability and workability retention in
conjunction with extended setting times.
Dosage
• Improved surface finish.
• Improved trowellability. Trials should be conducted to determine the
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• Reduces honeycombing / cold joint effects. optimum addition rates of POZZOLITH CRP4+,
Improves pumpability of concrete. depending on mix design proposed and mix
performance requirements. As a general guide to
Reduces effects of various modes of attack on these trials, a dosage range of 200ml to 800ml per
concrete and embedded steel by considerable 100kg cement is recommended as a starting point.
reduction in permeability. Depending on the desired properties, a dosage of
up to 1000ml per 100kg of cement can be used.
Compatibility
® Effects of over dosage
POZZOLITH CRP4+ can be used with all types of ®
A severe over-dosage of POZZOLITH CRP4+ will
Portland cement including Sulphate Resisting. For
result in the following:
Packaging
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• Retardation of initial and final set. POZZOLITH CRP4+ is available in bulk or in 200
• Slight increase in air entrainment. litre drums.
• Increase in workability.
Storage
Providing it is properly cured, the ultimate strength Store under cover, out of direct sunlight and protect
of the concrete will not be adversely affected and from extremes of temperatures.
will generally be higher than for normal concrete.
The retarding effects of very high dosages will be Failure to comply with the recommended storage
exaggerated with SR cement. conditions may result in premature deterioration of
the product or packaging. For specific storage
Action advice consult BASF Construction Chemicals SA’s
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POZZOLITH CRP4+ acts efficiently on cement
particles by combining the effects of a powerful
Safety precautions
plasticising / deflocculating agent and retarder. ®
POZZOLITH CRP4+ is not a fire or health hazard.
Spillages should be washed down immediately with
Directions for use cold water. For further information refer to the
Optimum performance is achieved when the admixture is material safety data sheet.
added to the mixing water. Never add
POZZOLITH ®CRP4+ to the dry cement. No extension to Note
normal mixing time is necessary.Dosage Field service, where provided, does not constitute
Trials should be conducted to determine the supervisory responsibility. For additional
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optimum addition rates of POZZOLITH CRP4+, information contact your local BASF Construction
depending on mix design proposed and mix Chemicals SA representative.
performance requirements. As a general guide to
these trials, a dosage range of 200ml to 560ml per Quality and care
100kg cement is recommended as a starting point. All products originating from BASF Construction
Depending on the desired properties, a dosage of Chemicals SA, are manufactured under a
up to 1000ml per 100kg of cement can be used. management system independently certified to
conform to the requirements of the quality
Dispensing standards ISO 9001/2000.
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POZZOLITH CRP4+ should be dispensed through
a proprietary dispenser, such as is available from
BASF Construction Chemicals
Whilst any information contained herein is true, accurate and represents our best knowledge and experience, no warranty is given or
implied with any recommendations made by us, our representatives or distributors, as the conditions of use and the competence of any
labour involved in the application are beyond our control.
As all BASF’s technical datasheets are updated on a regular basis it is the user's responsibility to obtain the most recent issue.
BASF Construction Chemicals South Africa (Pty) Ltd
P.O. Box 420, Westonaria, 1780 852 Sixteenth Road, Midrand
11 Pullinger Street, Westonaria, 1779 PO Box 2801, Halfway House, 1685
Tel: +27 11 754 1343 Tel: +27 11 203 2405
Fax: +27 11 754 1105
Website : basf-cc.co.za
