WRDA® 17 is a liquid concrete plasticiser/water reducer designed to cover several concrete applications under all seasonal conditions. The effect is achieved by its absorption on the surface of the cement particles within the concrete resulting in a powerful deflocculating action.
By virtue of its water reducing capability, WRDA 17 can also be used to reduce the permeability of concrete. As a water reducer it can be used to either increase the compressive strength of the concrete or reduce the cement content thus improving mix economics.
WRDA 17 is formulated from carefully selected raw materials and manufactured under controlled conditions to give a consistent product. WRDA 17 conforms to British Standard EN 934 Part 2.
| Appearance | Dark Brown Liquid |
| Specific Gravity (20⁰C) | 1.19 |
| Alkali Content (eq. Na2O) | 0.9% |
| Chloride Content | Nil |
| Air Entrainment | < 0.5% |
| Freezing Point | 0°C |
WRDA 17 is supplied ready for use. It is a versatile, performance product that can be used in a wide variety of applications.
When producing ready mixed concrete it should be added in its supplied form with part of the batching water, after the addition of the cementitious component. After the addition of admixture, a further mixing cycle of at least two minutes to allow the WRDA 17 to efficiently disperse the mix components.
WRDA 17 can be used with most types of Portland cements. It is also effective in concrete containing fly ash or ground granulated blastfurnace slag.
WRDA 17 is fully compatible with all GCP admixtures normally used in concrete production
Each admixture must be added separately. Individually added, each will deliver exactly the results desired.
However, the performance of the material may be affected by the presence of other chemicals. We recommend that GCP Applied Technologies be consulted in such circumstances.
| Range | 300 ml - 800 ml per 100 kg cement |
| 0.30% - 0.80% (v/w) by wt. of cement |
As a guide to trials an addition rate of 0.30% - 0.50% volume by weight of cement is suggested.
For advice and assistance with trials we recommend that you consult GCP Applied Technologies.
As with most products of this type, the magnitude of the effect obtained with WRDA 17 is governed by the quantity of product used, w/c ratio, and specific nature of the concrete and constituent materials. It is necessary therefore to assess performance under site conditions using actual materials to determine optimum dosage and effect on plastic/ hardened concrete properties, such as cohesiveness, consistence retention, set characteristics, early rate of strength gain, ultimate compressive strength and shrinkage when these are of consequence.
As dosage is increased throughout the recommended range, concrete consistence and retardation of set will also increase. These effects will be more pronounced when using cement replacements and in cold weather. In mixes containing fly ash or ggbs, or indeed where concrete setting times are crucial, such as flooring applications, a reduced dosage rate may be appropriate.
Accidental overdosing outside the stated recommended dosage range will be accompanied by an additional retardation of setting time, particularly in cold weather. Providing overdosed concrete is properly cured, the ultimate strength will generally be higher than that of a normal concrete.
Planned overdosing outside the recommended range should be further discussed with the Technical Service department of GCP Applied Technologies.
Any situation where an overdose is suspected, careful inspection of the concrete in its plastic state should be conducted. Particular attention to consistency and cohesiveness should be given prior to a decision on the suitability of the concrete for the particular application in question.
It is preferable that the WRDA 17 be introduced into the mixer by means of automatic dispensing equipment.
Equipment or advice on dispensing can be obtained from GCP Applied Technologies.
For further information on Health and Safety matters regarding this product we recommend that you consult the relevant SDS (Safety Data Sheet) from GCP Applied Technologies.
In line with general chemical handling precautions avoid contact with skin or eyes and protective gloves/goggles should be worn.
WRDA 17 is supplied in both 15 and 205 non returnable drums and 1,000 litre totes.
Alternatively, bulk deliveries can be arranged.
WRDA 17 should be stored away from extremes of temperature and protected from frost. The product should be kept out of direct sunlight in shaded storage at all times.
12 months from date of manufacture.
12 months from date of delivery.
Our Technical Service department of GCP Applied Technologies is available to assist you in the correct use of our performance chemicals.
We hope the information here will be helpful. It is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate, and is offered for consideration, investigation and verification by the user, but we do not warrant the results to be obtained. Please read all statements, recommendations, and suggestions in conjunction with our conditions of sale, which apply to all goods supplied by us. No statement, recommendation, or suggestion is intended for any use that would infringe any patent, copyright, or other third party right.
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Last Updated: 2022-11-24
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