A1

A1
Dry Mortar Cement
Usages and Applications
External and internal plastering
Floor ceramic tiling
Electrical plumbing installations
| Item | Unit | Spec. Limit | Test Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| SiO₂ | % | ---- | 20.37 |
| Al₂O₃ | % | ---- | 4.97 |
| Fe₂O₃ | % | ---- | 6.43 |
| CaO | % | ---- | 48.53 |
| MgO | % | ---- | 1.77 |
| SO₃ | % | 3.5 max. | 2.05 |
| Na₂O | % | ---- | 0.81 |
| K₂O | % | ---- | 0.76 |
| Cl | % | 0.1max. | 0.04 |
| Item | Unit | Spec. Limit | Test Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fineness, Blaine | Cm²/gm | ---- | 5004 |
| Water retention | % | 75.0 Min | 29.00 |
| Residue on a - 90 um | % | 15% Max | 14.2 |
| Initial Setting time | Minutes | 60.0 min. | 150 |
| Final Setting time | Minutes | ---- | 205 |
| Le chatelier expansion | mm | 10.0 max. | 0.06 |
| Air content, max % | % | 6max% | 5.40 |
| Compressive Strength | Mpa(N/mm²) | ---- | ---- |
| 2 days | ---- | 10.25 | |
| 7 days | 10 min | 15.8 | |
| 28 days | 22.5 min., 42.5 max. | 26.35 |
Standard specifications
Egyptian Standard: ES. 8498-1/2022 (MC 22.5 X)
European Standard: EN 413-1/2011 (Masonry Cement)
Relevant Information
Key information to support the proper use of the product. It includes important guidance based on the material's specific characteristics, helping you follow best practices and make informed decisions during use and handling.
Advantages
- Excellent workability
- Reduced material wastage
- Crack-free final plastering coat
- Superior cohesion and optimal workability (MC 22.5 X)
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