Technical Datasheet

X-Mix HPX PLUS

Set Retarding / Very High Range Water-Reducing /Super plasticizing Admixture.

Product Description Product Properties

X-Mix HPX PLUS is a high effective super plasticizer for Consistency Liquid
producing free flowing concrete, manufactured from a Color Dark brown
naphthalene sulphonate polymer combination specially Specific Gravity according to
1.240±0.01
designed to impart a fluid concrete easily flowing, a ASTM D 2111 (g/cm³) @ 25° C
substantial water reducing agent for promoting high early P
H
>6
and ultimate strengths. Main action Water reduction & Retarding
X-Mix HPX PLUS is suitable for use with all types of of initial hydration; retention
ordinary Portland cements, sulfate resisting Portland of workability.
cement and pozzolanic materials such as PFA and Micro- Collateral action Retarding of initial setting
silica. This product is suitable for tropical and hot climatic time, workability retention.
conditions. Classification according to EN Set retarding/high range
934-2 water reducing/ super
plasticizing admixtures,
Advantages
T 11.1 / 11.2
• Improved workability without increased water content. Classification according to ASTM
• Compressive strength improved up to 40% at Type G & F
C494
maximum possible water reduction. Classification according to ASTM
• Lower pumping pressure. Type II
C1017
• Very high water reduction (depend on type of cement). Water reduction ≥12 % according to EN 934-2
• Higher ultimate strengths. to almost 35%
• Improved workability retention. Chlorides soluble in water ≤ 0.1 (absent according to
• Improved cohesion of the concrete mix reduces according to EN 480-10 (%) EN 934-1)
significantly the risk of segregation and allows greater Alkali content (Na₂O equivalent)
< 55 g
time for placement. according to EN 480-12 (%)
• Reduced permeability. Nitrate content Nil
• Non-toxic.
• Chloride free.
Specification Compliance
Uses • EN 934-2 T 11.1 / 11.2.
X-Mix HPX PLUS is suitable for use as a super plasticizer • ASTM C 494: Type G & F.
in the production of free flowing concrete with high slump • EN 480-10.
more than 200 mm and good retardation free of bleeding • EN 480-12.
and segregation such as • ASTM D 2111.
• Slabs, foundations, walls, columns and piers.
• Self – compact concrete. Dosage
It is also used as a water-reducing agent for production of Dosage is 0.6 – 3.5 liter/100kg of cement @ 25° C, including
high early strength concrete such as
any pozzolanic materials and cement replacements.
• Precast Concrete, Pre-stressed concrete, Bridges and
The actual dosage rates are dependent on the :
cantilever structures.
The product improves the effectiveness of the water 1- Cement rate in mix design.
content of a concrete mix by reducing surface tension. 2- Quality of cement & aggregates.
It is also used to produce flowing, easy to compact 3- Water/Cement-ratio.
concrete. 4- Ambient temperature.

Therefore, it is advisable to carry out trial mixes.

Shelf Life
X-Mix HPX PLUS has a minimum shelf life of 12 months Dosages outside this range can be used to produce
under shaded area. Must be protected from direct sunlight particular mix requirements, provided that extensive trial
and frost. mixes and laboratory have been conducted.
Packaging Authorized Technical Specialist
20 liter jerkins, 210 liter drums, 1000 liters Bulk Tanks. Please note that only NCC X-Calibur Authorized Technical
Specialists ('ATSsO are permitted to change any of the
Dispensing information in this data sheet or to provide written
X-Mix HPX PLUS should be added to the concrete while recommendations concerning the use of this product.
being mixed using a suitable dispenser. Add to the Visit www.ncc.com.eg for a full list of NCC X-Calibur ATSs.
concrete with the mixing water to obtain best results.
Datasheet Validity
Overdosing NCC X-Calibur makes modifications to its product
When accidental overdosing occurs will result in: datasheets on a continuous basis. Please check the
datasheet update section on www.ncc.com.eg to ensure
• Increase in workability.
you have the latest version.
• Initial and final set retarding.
• Increase in air-entrainment.
Warranties
APPLICATION PROCEDURE NCC X-Calibur supplies products that comply with the
add X-Mix HPX PLUS into the mixer after the other properties shown on the current datasheets. In the unlikely
ingredients (water, cement, aggregates). X-Mix HPX PLUS event that products supplied are proved not to comply with
is most effective if added when cement and aggregate these properties, then we will replace the non-compliant
granules are already wet, and least effective when the product or refund the purchase price.
admixture is mixed with dry solids which partially absorb it NCC X-Calibur does not warrant or guarantee the
(especially if porous). It is advisable to begin adding the installation of the products as it does not have control over
admixture with an automatic dispenser after adding at the installation or end use of the products. Any suspected
least, half of the batching water required. defects must be reported to X-Calibur in writing within five
working days of being detected. NCC X-Calibur Construction
Compatibility Chemistry Inc. makes no warranty as to
X-Mix HPX PLUS is compatible with a wide range of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
admixtures used in the same concrete mix. All admixtures and this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties
should be added to the concrete separately and must not express or implied. NCC X-Calibur Construction Chemistry
be mixed together prior to addition. The resultant Inc. shall not be liable for damages of any sort including
properties of concrete containing more than one remote or consequential damages, down time, or delay.
admixture should be assessed by trial mixes.

Clean Up
Clean up spillages of by absorbing onto sand and
transferring to suitable containers. Any residue should be
washed down with large quantities of water. The disposal
of excess or waste material should be carried out in
accordance with local regulations.

Health and Safety

This product is for industrial use only by
trained operatives. It is potentially hazardous
if not used correctly. Please refer to the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prior to
the purchase and use of this product. The
MSDS can be obtained via our website
www.ncc.com.eg.

Quality Statement
All Products manufactured by NCC X-CALIBUR or imported from X-CALIBUR companies world-wide are
manufactured to procedures certified to conform the quality, environment, systems described in the
ISO 14001:2004. ISO 9001:2000.

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