Raj Sahu
198 posts
TimePosted 14/01/2010 12:37:01
Raj Sahu says

Set controller

What will be the effect of set controller ( chemical or mineral gypsum) pH on setting and strength properties of cement?

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Michael Clark
324 posts
TimePosted 30/01/2010 21:32:49

Re: Set controller

Hydrating cement creates a highly alkaline pore solution. This will overwhelm the pH of the set controller.

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Raj Sahu
198 posts
TimePosted 01/02/2010 06:39:50
Raj Sahu says

Re: Set controller

Hello Michael Sir , Is there any influence of low pH chemical gypsum on setting behavior & on cement mortar initial strength?

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