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 Portland Slag Cement CEM II/A–S 32.5 N

 Description

It is composite grey cement, which has the advantage of using in general construction purposes.

 Standard Specification

It is produced according to the Egyptian Standard Specification ES 4756 / 1-2007 & complies with the European Norms EN 197 / 1-2000.

 Physical and Mechanical Properties

Cement Standard Specifications Limits
Property Tourah Cement Standard Specification Limits
Finenss (Blain) 3851 cm2/gm -
Setting Time (Initial) min 200 75
Expansion mm 1 10 max
Compressive Strength 2D - -
Compressive Strength 7D 25 N/mm2 16
Compressive Strength 28D 36.8 N/mm2 32.5 min

 Chemical Properties

Cement Standard Specifications Limits
Property CEM | 42.5 N Type CEM | 42.5 R Type
Loss on lgnition 2.16 % 5 %
Insoluble Residue 1.2 % 5 %
Sulphate (SO3) 2.2 % 4 %
Chloride Content (Cl) 0.074 0.1

 Practical Main Application

This cement is suitable for general construction purposes, as well as:
• General Concrete Works.
• Reinforced & Ordinary Concrete.
• Massive Concrete Works.
• Buildings, Tanks, Reservoirs & Culverts.
• Masonry Industry.
• Tiles, Pavements & Roads.

 Advantages

• Reduced Permeability Results for Better Concrete Works.
• Improved Compressive Strength.
• Improved Flexural Strength.
• Lower Susceptibility to Water Ingress.
• Improved Resistance to Sulfate Attack.
• Improved Resistance to Alkali-Silica Reaction.
• Improved Resistance to Chloride Penetration & Carbonation.
• Ideal for Mass Concrete Pours & Warm Climates.
• Slower Setting Time for Easier Workability & Finishing Works.

 Storing

• Cement bags should be stored in a dry place and kept away from a humid environment.
• Bags are stacked over wooden palettes.
• Cement bags should be covered in case of humid & rainy weathers.
• Don’t stuff more than 8 bags over each other.

 Validity

• 6 weeks from the packing date, provided that it’s properly stored as previously mentioned instructions.
• Cement should be re-tested before use after this period.