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    This document provides information on Conbextra Cable Grout, a pre-bagged, non-shrink cementitious grout for post-tensioned cables. It has high compressive strength, controlled expansion in the plastic state, and can be used for grouting post-tensioned cable ducts and prestressed cables. The grout has a flowable consistency, develops strength without chlorides, and ensures durability. It is supplied as a dry powder mixed with water on site and must be placed within 20 minutes for the expansion process.

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    This document provides information on Conbextra Cable Grout, a pre-bagged, non-shrink cementitious grout for post-tensioned cables. It has high compressive strength, controlled expansion in the plastic state, and can be used for grouting post-tensioned cable ducts and prestressed cables. The grout has a flowable consistency, develops strength without chlorides, and ensures durability. It is supplied as a dry powder mixed with water on site and must be placed within 20 minutes for the expansion process.

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    This document provides information on Conbextra Cable Grout, a pre-bagged, non-shrink cementitious grout for post-tensioned cables. It has high compressive strength, controlled expansion in the plastic state, and can be used for grouting post-tensioned cable ducts and prestressed cables. The grout has a flowable consistency, develops strength without chlorides, and ensures durability. It is supplied as a dry powder mixed with water on site and must be placed within 20 minutes for the expansion process.

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    Conbextra

    Cable Grout*
    Pre-bagged, non-shrink cementitious grout
    for post tensioned cables
    Uses

    Properties

    For pumped or free flow grouting, it can be used in a wide


    range of applications:

    Compressive strength
    BS 8110 part 1 1985
    flowable consistency)

    20 N/mm2 @ 1 day
    40 N/mm2 @ 3 days
    45 N/mm2 @ 7 days
    60 N/mm2 @ 28 days

    Flexural strength
    BS 4551 1980

    Fresh wet density

    Chloride content
    Expansion
    characteristics

    :
    :

    4.0 N/mm2 @ 3 day


    6.0 N/mm2 @ 7 day
    6.5 N/mm2 @ 28 day
    Approximately 2000 kg/m3
    depending on actual
    consistency used.
    Nil to BS5075
    A positive expansion of
    up to 5%

    n Post tensioned cable ducts.


    n Prestressed cables ducts
    Advantages

    n Expansion system compensates for shrinkage and


    settlement in the plastic state
    n Prepackaged material overcomes potential on-site
    batching variations
    n Develops high early strength without the use of chlorides
    n High ultimate strength and low permeability ensure the
    durability of the hardened grout
    Description

    Conbextra Cable Grout is supplied as a ready to use dry


    powder requiring only the addition of a controlled amount of
    clean water to produce a free flowing non-shrink grout.
    Conbextra Cable Grout is an all fines mix based on Portland
    cements and additives which impart controlled expansion in
    the plastic state whilst minimising water demand. The material
    is designed to allow uniform mixing, and eliminates unwanted
    segregation and bleeding.
    Specification

    Preparation
    Several hours prior to grouting, the area should be flooded
    with fresh water. Immediately before grouting takes place any
    free water should be removed.
    All cable ducts must be thoroughly cleaned. Those ducts
    formed without metal sheaths should be flushed with water
    after which all surplus water must be removed. Cable
    anchorages should be sealed before the duct grouting is
    carried out.
    Mixing and placing - Application

    Performance specification

    Mixing

    All grouting, where shown on the drawing, must be carried


    out with a prepackaged cement based product which is
    iron-free and chloride-free. It shall be mixed with clean water
    to the required consistency. The plastic grout must not bleed
    or segregate.

    For best results a mechanically powered grout mixer should


    be used. When quantities of up to 60 kg are used, a slow
    speed drill fitted with a high shear mixer is suitable. Larger
    quantities will require a high shear vane mixer. Do not use a
    colloidal impeller mixer.

    A positive volumetric expansion of up to 5% shall occur.

    To enable the grouting operation to be carried out


    continuously, it is essential that sufficient mixing capacity and
    labour are available. The use of a grout holding tank with
    provision to gently agitate the grout may be required.

    The compressive strength of the grout must exceed 45 N/mm2


    at 7 days and 60 N/mm2 at 28 days.
    The storage, handling and placement of the grout must be in
    strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
    Conbextra Cable Grout

    Instructions for use

    Supplier specification
    All grouting where shown on the drawing must be carried out
    using Conbextra Cable Grout manufactured by Fosroc and
    used in accordance with the manufacturers current data
    sheet.

    6.4 litres of clean water is required to be added per 20 kg


    bag to achieve the correct consistency.
    The water should be accurately measured into the mixer. The
    total contents of the Conbextra Cable Grout bag should be
    slowly added and continuous mixing should take place for 5
    minutes. This will ensure that the grout has a smooth even
    consistency.

    Placing
    Place the grout within 20 minutes of mixing to gain benefit of
    the expansion process.
    Conbextra Cable Grout can be placed in annular gaps of up
    to 60mm in thickness.
    Pumping should be from a single point to eliminate any air or
    pre-soaking water entrapment.
    A heavy duty diaphragm pump is recommended for pumping.
    Screw feed and piston pumps may also be suitable.
    Curing
    Any exposed areas should be thoroughly cured. This should
    be done by the use of Concure* curing membrane.
    Cleaning
    Conbextra Cable Grout should be removed from tools and
    equipment with clean water immediately after use. Cured
    material can be removed mechanically, or with Fosroc Acid
    Etch*.
    Sampling procedure
    All sampling procedures for Conbextra Cable Grout are to be
    conducted within the confines of a temperature controlled
    laboratory. The reactive agents within Conbextra Cable Grout
    do not permit site sampling and transport. The procedure for
    sampling is to be as follows:

    1) A full and unopened bag of Conbextra Cable Grout to be


    selected from the batch allocated for site use and
    despatched to the testing laboratory.
    2) The Conbextra Cable Grout shall be mixed in the laboratory
    following the instructions listed on the product data sheet.
    3) All sampling shall be conducted using 50 mm cube
    moulds, any other size is not permissible.
    4) When mixed, the Conbextra Cable Grout shall be poured
    into 50 mm cube moulds, treated with release agent, in
    two lifts of 25 mm each with a 60 second interval between
    pours. The Conbextra Cable Grout shall not be tamped,
    but gentle tapping of the cube mould is permitted to
    promote the release of air.
    5) Fill three 50 mm cube moulds with the Conbextra Cable
    Grout for each curing time interval specified. Mould filling
    should be completed within 15 minutes of the end of the
    mixing cycle. The filled moulds should be stacked three
    high on top of each other to provide conditions of restraint.
    The top mould should be restrained either with a weighted
    metal plate or an empty cube mould.
    6) The cubes should be stored at a 200C+ 20C temperature
    for 24 hours in the laboratory. After 24 hours the cubes
    are to be demoulded and placed in a water curing tank
    maintained at a 200C+ 20C temperature. The cubes are
    then to be cured in accordance with BS1881.
    7) Cubes are to be crushed in calibrated compression testing
    apparatus with a rate of loading not exceeding 180KN
    per minute. Types of cube fracture are to be recorded.
    Three cubes are to be crushed for each curing time interval
    specified. Results are to be calculated and issued as an
    average.

    Conbextra Cable Grout - Page 2 of 4

    Limitations

    Estimating

    Low temperature working

    Supply

    For ambient temperatures below 10C the formwork should


    be kept in place for at least 36 hours.
    When the air or contact surface temperatures are 5C or below
    on a falling thermometer, warm water (30-40C) is
    recommended to accelerate strength development.
    Normal precautions for winter working with cementitious
    materials should then be adopted.
    High temperature working
    It is suggested that, for temperatures above 35C, the following
    guidelines are adopted as good working practice:
    (i) Store unmixed material in a cool (preferably temperature
    controlled) environment, avoiding exposure to direct
    sunlight.
    (ii) Keep equipment cool, arranging shade protection if
    necessary. It is especially important to keep cool those
    surfaces of the equipment which will come into direct
    contact with the material itself.
    (iii) Try to eliminate application during the hottest times of the
    day.
    (iv) Make sufficient material, plant and labour available to
    ensure that application is a continuous process.

    Conbextra Cable Grout

    20 kg bags

    Yield
    Conbextra Cable Grout

    13.2 litres/ 20 kg bag


    (approx.)

    Allowance should be made for wastage when estimating


    quantities required.
    Storage

    Conbextra Cable Grout has a shelf life of 12 months if kept in


    a dry store in sealed bags. If stored in high temperature and
    high humidity locations the shelf life will be reduced.
    Precautions

    Health and safety


    Conbextra Cable Grout is alkaline and should not come into
    contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust during
    mixing. Gloves, goggles and dust mask should be worn. If
    contact with skin occurs, wash with water. Splashes to eyes
    should be washed immediately with plenty of clean water and
    medical advice sought.
    Fire
    Conbextra Cable Grout is non-flammable.

    (v) Water (below 20C) should be used for mixing the grout
    prior to placement.
    Technical support

    Fosroc offers a comprehensive technical support service to


    specifiers, end users and contractors. It is also able to offer
    on-site technical assistance, an AutoCAD facility and
    dedicated specification assistance in locations all over the
    world.

    * Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

    See separate data sheet

    Conbextra Cable Grout - Page 3 of 4

    Additional Information

    Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary


    products which include :
    n waterproofing membranes & waterstops
    n joint sealants & filler boards
    n cementitious & epoxy grouts
    n specialised flooring materials
    Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
    products specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment
    of damaged concrete. Fosrocs Systematic Approach to
    concrete repair features the following :
    n hand-placed repair mortars
    n spray grade repair mortars
    n fluid micro-concretes
    n chemically resistant epoxy mortars
    n anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
    n chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
    For further information on any of the above, please consult
    your local Fosroc office - as below.

    REGIONAL SALES OFFICES IN :

    Al Gurg Fosroc LLC


    P. O. Box 657
    Dubai
    United Arab Emirates
    TEL : (04) 285 8606
    FAX : (04) 285 9649

    DUBAI

    ABU DHABI

    BAHRAIN

    KUWAIT

    OMAN

    QATAR

    Al Gurg Fosroc

    Al Gurg Fosroc

    YBA Kanoo

    Boodai

    GETCO

    Tadmur

    TEL : 285 8787

    TEL : 673 1779

    TEL : 738200

    TEL : 481 7618

    TEL : 771 5080

    TEL : 441 3628

    FAX : 285 2023

    FAX : 673 1449

    FAX : 732828

    FAX : 483 2124

    FAX : 771 7554

    FAX : 444 0812

    Important note
    Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of
    which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that the technical information on this data sheet is correct at the time of printing,
    it is the customers responsibility to satisfy himself, by checking with the company that this information is still current at the time of use, that the product is
    suitable for the intended application, and that the actual conditions of use are in accordance with those recommended. Because Fosroc has no control over
    the conditions of use of its products, all recommendations or suggestions regarding the use of these products are made without guarantee.

    www.fosrocgulf.com

    UAE/0296/01/B

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