Lime : CHA.10
Definition and composition
Artificial hydraulic lime » CHA. 10 « , Tunisian standard, resulting from a mixture, in defined proportions, of two perfectly homogenized components :
- cement CPA (any standard) 50% at least
- raw powder 50% maximum
Characteristics
Chemical | Standard | Physical | Standard | Mechanical | Standard |
Inert Proportion – RI+ 2(PF1000°c-PF500°c) | ≤60% | Initial Setting Time with water mn | ≥30 | Compression Resistance(MPa) | |
% SO3 | ≤3.5 | soundness (mm) | ≤3 | 7J Mini | 5 |
28J Mini | 10 |
Quality control
This product was the subject of a serious qualitative control, carried out by a qualified personnel, according to standardized methods and with calibrated metrological means .
Certification
This product is in conformity with the specifications of the standard:
- NT.47-02 As CHA 10
Conditioning
- Bag
- Big Bag
- Bulk
Mode of delivery
A triple distribution network :
- Road (Trucks)
- Railroad (Wagons)
- Sea (Boats)
Use
The CHA 10, characterized by a regular hue, a great plasticity and a strong adherence with the supports, allows a limited use :
- Internal and external coatings.
- Work of installation.
- Current building works.
- Large rubble and filling concrete.
- Making mortar » hybrid » by mixture with very standard cement CPA
Contra-indications
The use of this type of cement is not allowed to :
- Work in the sea, unless it meets certain conditions.
- Work in corrosive conditions.
- Reinforced concrete work.
- Plaster works