Batimix Air 4101

Description

BATIMIX Air 4101 is an aqueous solution of long-chain olefin sulfonate and specialty chemicals. It is used in the manufacture of air-entraining Portland and masonry types of cement.

BATIMIX Air 4101 improves air-entrainment. It triggers by agitation and stabilization the formation of microscopic bubbles in the cement paste of mortar and concrete mixes, improving their workability and plasticity. It reduces the water demand of both mortars and concrete without any slump loss. It yields results in both open and closed circuit cement mills.

Main Purpose

BATIMIX Air 4101 is used in the grinding process to enhance the properties of mortars and Portland, masonry, and blended cement. It optimizes the grinding efficiency of both white and gray cement.

Features

BATIMIX Air 4101 provides the following performances:

• Increased mill output at the same cement fineness • Enhanced grain size distribution for optimized initial and final strengths of cement • Increased level of air entrainment (up to 35%) according to specification requirements • Improved workability and plasticity for mortar and masonry applications • Easy and safe handling

Health and Safety

BATIMIX Air 4101 may be irritant to the skin and eyes. If accidentally spilled onto the skin, wash immediately with soap and water, and if splashed into the eyes, flush with plenty of water and consult a physician. For additional information, kindly refer to the corresponding Material Safety Datasheet.

Properties

Appearance: brown liquid Specific gravity: 1.02 ± 0.02 at 23ºC Chloride content: nil Alkali content: typically less than 0.5% as Na₂O

Directions for Use

BATIMIX Air 4101 is normally proportioned as received. Depending on the mill and operating conditions, it is recommended that industrial tests be conducted on site to determine the optimal dosage rate. For indication purposes, dosages varying from 0.05% to 0.4% of cement mass can be used.

In some cases, the product may be diluted with 10% to 50% water to facilitate greater proportioning accuracy and better additive distribution. Kindly consult your HOLDERCHEM representative to determine the appropriate dilution rate. BATIMIX Air 4101 is introduced into the first or second compartment of the grinding mill to maximize dispersion and product efficiency. It can also be sprinkled onto the dry clinker on the feeding conveyor belt.

Dispensing

For best results, BATIMIX Air 4101 should be accurately dispensed using a calibrated dosing pump. Please consult your Holderchem representative for recommendation of suitable equipment, installation and dosage procedure.

Temperature Considerations

Since BATIMIX Air 4101 has a low freezing point; therefore no anti-freeze precautions are needed in bulk installations. If storage tanks are expected to be exposed to temperatures below -10 ºC, tanks and conveying lines should be insulated and heated to prevent excessive increase in viscosity and to maintain pumpability.

If frozen, BATIMIX Air 4101 can be heated up to room temperature of +20 ºC or higher and completely reconstituted by light mechanical agitation. Avoid agitation by pressurized air.

Compliance with Standards

BATIMIX Air 4101 meet ASTM C 465: Standard specification for processing additions for use in the manufacture of hydraulic cements, and ASTM C 226: Standard specification for air-entraining additions for use in the manufacture of air-entraining hydraulic cement.

Packages

• 1 t IBC
• 200 kg metallic drum
• 20 kg metallic pail
• 4 kg metallic pail