ART-CS
Retarder
Description
ART-CS is a starch-modified concrete retarder independently developed and patented by ARIT. This product significantly prolongs the initial setting time of concrete through modified starch technology, while ensuring that the time difference between initial and final setting remains short. Additionally, ART-CS effectively reduces the loss of concrete slump without adversely affecting the early strength development of concrete. It is particularly suitable for concrete construction scenarios requiring high fluidity and long workability, such as pumped concrete, slipform construction, large volume concrete, and layered casting. Furthermore, ART-CS is also highly suitable for long-duration or long-distance concrete transport, as well as construction in high-temperature seasons, providing increased flexibility and reliability for construction operations.
Main Characteristics
Greatly prolongs the setting time of the concrete mixture, reducing the rate of hydration heat release.
Significantly increases the viscosity of the concrete mixture, effectively improving its workability.
Provides resistance to mud, suitable for materials with severe adsorption.
Does not affect the plasticizing and retention properties of concrete, with no adverse effects on the later strength of the concrete.
Dissolves quickly and can be used in combination with other concrete admixtures.
Applications
Pumped concrete
Slipform construction concrete
Mass concrete
Layered casting concrete
Physical and chemical indicator
| Items |
Performance |
| Appearance |
Reddish-brown transparent liquid |
| Solid content/% |
80±5 |
| density/g/cm3 |
1.5±0.2 |
| Alkali content(as Na2O) |
≤1.0% |
| Chloride content |
≤0.01% |
Recommended Dosage
0.5% to 2.0% of the amount of cementitious materials
Pre-testing must be performed to determine the exact dosage rate
Packaging
IBC Tank or Flexitank for customer demand
Storage
Store in undamaged, original sealed packaging in dry conditions.
Protect product from direct sunlight.
Stir well before use and effectiveness will not affected if any sedimentation within the warranty period.
Aminimum shelf life of 6 months under normal storage conditions. Shelf life may be greater than stated depending on storage conditions.
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