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Characteristics

• Appearance
• Physical State
• Softening point
• Melting point
• Decomposition temperature
• Density
• Water solubility
• Moisture Content

• White or off-white
• Solid
• 860ºC (1580ºF)
• non applicable
• size and mat binders start to decompose at 200ºC
• 2.6 (water = 1)
• insoluble
• < 0.6% (ISO 3344)

Properties

• Material: Alkali Resistant Glass (manufactured with high Zirconia content in compliance with ASTM C1666/0 1666/M-07 and EN 15455.)
• Electrical Conductivity: Very low
• Chemical resistance: Very high
• Modulus of elasticity: 72 GPa - 10 x 106 psi
• Tensile Strength: 1,000 to 1,700 MPa - 150 to 250 x 10³ psi (EN 3361 or EN9163)

Benefits

• Excellent compatibility with cement matrix
• Excellent workability even at high dosage
• Increases chemical resistance (e.g. deicing products)
• Improves freeze/thaw resistance
• Extends serviceability of concrete
• Long term durability of concrete
• Does not float or sink in concrete
• Does not entrap air
• Fast and uniform dispersion