RHEOBUILD SP8HV series

Superplasticizers for High Strength Concrete

Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures have been particularly developed for use in producing high-strength
concrete. Besides of high-water reduction, Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures contribute properties and
performance on high-strength concrete, such as in the production the shortening of required mixing
period of time, in transportation small fluctuation of slump as well as slump-flow and in the casting
smooth pumpability as well as placability due to low cohesiveness.
Four types of Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures are available in terms of consistency retention in
elapsed time, SP8HVS, SP8HVM, SP8HVL & SP8HVLL. Depending on requirements and conditions such
as construction seasons, kind of cement, required consistency retaining period of time, etc., select
appropriate type of Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures.

Type of Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures

SP8HVS SP8HVM SP8HVL SP8HVLL

SHORT Retention of flowability in elapsed time LONG

Benefits
1. Can shorten required mixing period of time due to excellent cement dispersion effect
2. Can reduce concrete cohesiveness
3. Can keep flowability for long period of time
4. Minimize increase of cohesiveness in elapsed time
5. Greatly improve pumpability and placability
6. Can improve productivity due to less set-retardation in concrete mixes

Ingredients & Properties

Density Alkali Content Chloride Ion
Type Ingredients Appearance
(gr./cm3 at 20oC) (%) Content (%)
SP8HVS 1.0 0.00
SP8HVM Polycarboxylic 1.1 0.00
Reddish Brown
Ether system 1.04 1.11
SP8HVL Liquid 1.1 0.01
Compound
SP8HVLL 1.2 0.01
Note: The alkali and chloride ion contents are typical value of analyses.

Dosage & How to Usage

1. Standard dosage of each Rheobuild SP8HV is 1.0% by weight of binding materials and its dosage
can be recommended in the range from 0.5 to 4.0%. Depending on job conditions, such as mix
design, using materials, mixing capability, temperatures, etc., determine appropriate type and
dosage to achieve required slump/slump-flow retention by trial mixes. Guideline is shown in Table
below.
2. Four types of Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures are differentiated by period of slump/slump-flow
retention. SP8HVLL can provide longest retention and SP8HVS is the shortest among the series
admixtures (i.e. SP8HVs < SP8HVM < SP8HVL < SP8HVLL).

BASF Japan Ltd.

Construction Chemicals Division
Roppongi Hill Mori Tower 21F
6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku
Tokyo 106-6121 Japan
 Type SP8HVS SP8HVM SP8HVL SP8HVLL
Cold (Winter) Excellent Excellent Good Good
Application
Standard (Spring/Autumn) Excellent Excellent Excellent Good
Conditions
Hot (Summer) Good Good Excellent Excellent
Standard Dosage 1.0% by weight of binding materials
Recommended Dosage Range 0.5 4.0% by weight of binding materials
3. As a Rheobuild SP8HV series admixture is mixed in the same time as the mixing water, adjust the
quantity of mixing water in accordance with the usage rate.

Package: 21 kg poly-bag in cartons / 210 kg drums / Bulk

Examples of Results of Test on High Strength Properties

Type of W/C Unit Weight (kg/m3) SP8HVM Slump-Flow Flow Time at 50cm Air Compressive Strength (N/mm2)
Cement (%) W C Dosage (%) (cm) (Sec) (%) 7 days 28 days 56 days 91 days
Ordinary 32.0 170 531 1.2 62.0 5.6 2.0 69.8 85.2 93.1 102
Low Heat 33.0 165 500 1.0 63.0 4.2 2.0 40.1 77.1 94.1 103
Moderate 33.0 170 515 1.1 61.0 3.7 2.1 55.2 82.7 94.6 103
Ordinary Portland Cement (Density: 3.16 gr/cm3) / Low-Heat Portland Cement (Density: 3.21 gr/cm 3) / Moderate-Heat Portland Cement (Density: 3.22 gr/cm 3)
Fine Aggregate: Land Sand (SS Density: 2.58 gr/cm3) / coarse Aggregate: Crushed Sand Stone (SS Density: 2.66 gr/cm 3) / Curing: Standard Curing

How to Adjust Air Content

If more or less air content is required or desired, Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures with various air
increments can be prepared. Please consult local BASF Construction Chemicals representative. Another
way is to add a quality air adjustment agent separately into the concrete mix for adjustment of air content.

Precautions
1. In case of dosage outside of recommended range, evaluate concrete performance by trial mixes
and/or consult local BASF Construction Chemicals representative.
2. Foreign matter, rain water, etc. should not penetrate into Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures
container during storage.
3. If Rheobuild SP8HV series admixtures have frozen (- 1oC), thaw and completely reconstitute by
mechanical agitation. Do not use pressured air for agitation.
4. Recommended to wear chemical safety goggles, impervious gloves and protective clothing at time of
use.
5. In case of contact with eye, immediately wash away with plenty of water, and then receive medical
treatment.
6. In case of contact with skin, immediately wash away with water and may receive medical treatment.
7. In case of swallow, take plenty of water and vomit, and then receive medical treatment.
8. In case of disposal, please ask the waste-trader approved by municipal government to treat waste.
9. Read Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) at once before handling and use.