Fosroc Cebex 100 constructive solutions

(Formerly Conbex 100)

Plasticised expanding grout admixture

Uses Supplier specification

Cebex 100 is an admixture for cementitious grouts and All grouting (specify details and areas of application) must
concrete where a reduced water/cement ratio and positive be carried out using a cement based grout, incorporating
expansion is required. Applications include bed grouting, Cebex 100 manufactured by Fosroc and applied strictly in
duct grouting, non-shrink infilling and jointing. accordance with the manufacturer’s technical data sheet.

Advantages Properties

 Gaseous expansion system compensates for plastic Chloride content : Nil to BS 5075
shrinkage and settlement in properly designed cementi- Compressive strength : The plasticising action of
tious grout. Cebex 100 allows reduction
 Reduced water/cement ratio in the grout mix ensures of the water/cement ratio of
low permeability and long-term durability in service. cementitious grouts whilst
maintaining flow properties.
 Gives high grout fluidity with low water/cement ratio,
This gives improvement in
thus making placement or injection of the grout easy.
strength and long term
 No metallic iron content to corrode and cause staining or durability when cured under
deterioration due to rust expansion in the grout. restraint.
 Composition allows high early strength development in Setting times : Cebex 100 does not signifi-
grouts, without the use of chlorides. cantly affect the setting times
of cement based grouts.
Standards compliance Expansion characteristics : The controlled positive
expansion in unset grouts
Cebex 100 is a suitable pre-stressing grout admixture when
incorporating Cebex 100
complying with BS 8110 Part 1, 1985, section 8.9.4.6.
overcomes plastic settlement
when measured in accord-
Description
ance with ASTM C827. An
Cebex 100 is supplied as a powder admixture. The material unrestrained expansion of up
is a combination of a plasticising agent and a gas-producing to 4% is typical.
expansion medium. The plasticising agent allows the use of Time for expansion : 15 minutes - 2 hours.
a reduced water/cement ratio with consequent increased Temperatures above 20°C
strength and durability. The expansive medium counteracts may slightly reduce these
the natural settlement and plastic shrinkage of the grout and times.
aids stability and cohesion. Compatibility : Cebex 100 is compatible with
all types of Portland cement.
Sufficient restrained expansion is developed to ensure a
Cebex 100 may be used in
high degree of interfacial contact.
mixes containing certain
other Fosroc admixtures.
Specification
Consult Fosroc for further
Performance specification information.

All grouting (specify details and areas of application) must

be carried out with a cement based grout incorporating a
plasticised, expanding powder admixture. The admixture
must be iron-free and chloride-free and shall be added to
the grout in the proportions 225 g of admixture per 50 kg of
cement. The admixture shall provide an expansion of up to
4% in the plastic grout, by means of a gaseous system. The
admixture must be stored, handled and mixed strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Cebex 100
Fosroc Cebex 100

Instructions for use Estimating

Mixing Supply
Cebex 100 : 15 kgs
For best results Fosroc MR3 mixer must be used. For
quantities up to 50 kg a slow speed drill fitted with a high Dosage
shear paddle is suitable. Larger quantities will require a high OPC Concreting Water Cebex Approx
shear vane mixer. sand 100 yield
It is essential that machine mixing capacity and labour 50 kg - 20-22 litres 225 g 36 litres
availability is adequate to enable the grouting operation to be 50 kg 50 kg 22-24 litres 225 g 57 litres
carried out continuously. This may require the use of a Note: For grout, mortar or concrete mixes with an aggre-
holding tank with provision for gentle agitation to maintain gate/cement ratio more than 1, use 4x225 g units or
fluidity. 900 g of Cebex 100 per 100 kg of cement.
The selected water content should be accurately measured Effects of overdosing
into the mixer. Slowly add the cement (and sand if required)
and Cebex 100. Mix continuously for 5 minutes, making sure Overdosing of Cebex 100 increases expansion and may
that a smooth even consistency is obtained. cause frothing.

Application Storage
Areas to be grouted should be prepared to ensure substrates Cebex 100 has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in a dry store
are clean, sound, and then pre-wetted. The unrestrained in its original packaging. High temperature and humidity
surface area of the grout must be kept to a minimum. Place storage may reduce this period.
the grout within 20 minutes of mixing to gain the full benefit
of the expansion process. Adopt usual placing or pumping Precautions
procedures ensuring a continuous operation.

Curing Health and safety

On completion of the grouting operation, any exposed areas Cebex 100 is of low hazard.
which are not to be cut back should be thoroughly cured by Contact with the skin and eyes, or inhalation of dust should
means of water application, Concure* curing membrane or be avoided. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, eye/
wet hessian. face protection and dust mask. After contact with skin, wash
Cleaning off with clean water. In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
Grouts mixed with Cebex 100 should be removed from tools
and equipment with clean water immediately after use. For further information see Product Material Safety Data
Remove cured material mechanically or with Fosroc Acid sheet.
Etch*†.

Limitations * Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

Cebex 100 is not compatible with High Alumina Cement. †

See separate data sheet

Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the Supply of
Goods and Service. All Fosroc datasheets are updated on a regular basis. It is the user’s responsibility to obtain the recent version.

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Al Gurg Fosroc Co. LLC
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