Xypex Admix C-5000
Xypex ADMIX C-5000 is a unique chemical treatment that has been specially formulated to enhance the durability of reinforced concrete exposed to aggressive conditions. Xypex Admix C-5000 is added to the concrete mix at the time of batching.
Xypex Admix C-5000 is a powdered additive consisting of Portland cement and various active proprietary chemicals. These active chemicals react with the moisture in fresh concrete and the by-products of cement hydration to cause a catalytic reaction which generates a non-soluble crystalline formation throughout the pores and capillary tracts of the concrete.
The reaction products of Xypex Admix C-5000 are in mineral crystal form and prevent the penetration of deleterious ions into ordinary Portland cement concrete, fly ash concrete and slag cement concrete with equal effect.
Research work in Australia, Canada and Japan has demonstrated that the Xypex C-Series Admix enhances the ability of concrete to resist sulphate attack, limits chloride ion penetration, improves the chemical resistance of reinforced concrete and accelerates autogenous healing of cracks.
Research work in Australia, Canada and Japan has demonstrated that the Xypex C-Series Admix enhances the ability of concrete to resist sulphate attack, limits chloride ion penetration, improves the chemical resistance of reinforced concrete and accelerates autogenous healing of cracks.
COMPLIANCE:
Xypex Admix C-5000 complies with the requirements of:
- AS 1478.1-2000, Chemcial Admixture for Concrete, for Special Purpose Normal Setting (Type SN) Admixture
- AS/NZS 4020:2005, Testing of products for use in contact with Drinking Water
APPLICATIONS:
Reinforced concrete (whether poured-in-place, pre-cast, pre-stressed, post-tensioned or shotcrete) that is subjected to aggressive environments.
- Reinforced concrete
- Pre-cast elements
- Post-tensioned modules and elements
- Shotcrete
- Marine structures
ADVANTAGES:
- Ease of application
- Becomes an integral part of the concrete
- Highly resistant to sulphates and chlorides
- Addresses a wide range of environmental issues
- Concrete protection from aggressive chemicals with a pH range of 3-11 in constant contact
- Can seal hairline cracks up to 0.4 mm
- Allows the concrete to breathe
- Non-toxic
- Cost efficient
- Permanent
- Added to the concrete at the time of batching and is therefore not subject to climatic restraints
- Increases flexibility in construction scheduling
RELATED TESTING REPORTS
- Water Permeability Test Results
- The effect of Xypex Admix on Concrete Workability, Strength, Shrinkage, and Chloride Diffusion
- Crack Healing Property
- Crystalline Formation SEM Images, UNSW
- Durability Performance- Lascelles Wharf (2), By Sharp N Howells
- Durability Performance, BCRC Report Xypex Cronulla Marina
