Flowable grout
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Dry-mix mortar grade · AC-PCE 1030
Powder PCE for fast, high-efficiency flow
AC-PCE 1030 is a redispersible powder polycarboxylate superplasticizer for high-flow cement- and gypsum-based mortar. It supports rapid plasticizing, strong water reduction and stable workability in factory dry blends.
≥25% reference water reductionCement & gypsum binders25 kg bags
Product profile
Built for fluid mortar systems
The polymer is designed to disperse binder particles quickly at low addition levels. It is intended for formulations requiring rapid wetting, high initial flow and limited loss of plasticizing performance during placement.
Evaluate it with cementitious or gypsum binders and the intended defoamer, retarder, expansive agent or hardening accelerator package.
Formulation note: performance depends on
binder chemistry, grading and the full additive package. Confirm
dosage and compatibility by laboratory trial.
Typical properties
Technical data
| Appearance | Off-white to pale beige, free-flowing powder |
|---|---|
| Bulk density | 400–700 kg/m³ |
| Moisture | ≤3.5% |
| pH, 20% solution at 20°C | 7–9 |
| Chloride ion | ≤0.05% |
| Reference concrete air content | 1.5–6% |
| Reference concrete water reduction | ≥25% |
| Packaging | 25 kg bag with PE liner |
Typical reference values, not release specifications. Request the current AdmixChem TDS and batch certificate before purchasing or formulation approval.
Recommended applications
High-flow dry-mix systems
Self-leveling mortar
Controlled water demand and spreading.
Gypsum systems
Selected high-flow gypsum mortars.
Specialty dry mixes
Slurries, repair mortar and bagged products.
How it works
Better dispersion with less mixing water
After wetting, the polymer adsorbs onto binder-particle surfaces. Charged groups and polyether side chains help separate particles that would otherwise flocculate. The released mixing water then contributes to flow instead of being trapped inside agglomerates.
Rapid adsorption
Supports fast plasticizing and shorter development of initial flow.
Steric separation
Helps maintain particle dispersion and reduces unnecessary water demand.
Starting dosage
Determine dosage by binder trial
A practical screening range for powder PCE in dry-mix systems is 0.10–0.50% of total binder mass. This is a trial range, not a universal prescription.
- 1.Hold the aggregate and binder blend constant.
- 2.Screen several dosages at the same water-to-binder ratio.
- 3.Compare initial flow, 30/60-minute flow, air and setting.
- 4.Confirm strength, shrinkage and surface finish before scale-up.
Overdosing can increase segregation, entrained air or setting delay in some binder systems.
Grade selection
Where AC-PCE 1030 fits
| Application | Primary target | Check during trial |
|---|---|---|
| Self-leveling mortar | Flow and leveling at controlled water demand | Segregation, bleeding, open time and surface finish |
| Non-shrink / flowable grout | Filling ability and dense placement | Air, expansion package, flow retention and strength |
| Gypsum or calcium-sulphate system | Rapid dispersion and smooth flow | Source-specific compatibility and setting time |
| Repair or specialty mortar | Workability without excess water | Thixotropy, adhesion, shrinkage and vertical stability |
Product-form comparison
Powder PCE or liquid PCE?
| Decision point | AC-PCE 1030 powder | PCE liquid |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Factory dry blends and bagged mortar | Ready-mix concrete and liquid admixture systems |
| Water introduced with product | Minimal | Depends on liquid solids content |
| Dosing | Blended with dry components | Metered into the wet mix |
| Selection priority | Redispersion, dry-blend uniformity and binder response | Solids, slump retention and solution compatibility |
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Evaluation workflow
Blend, test and optimize
- 01Dry blend uniformly. Add with other dry components.
- 02Build a dosage curve. Test several low addition levels.
- 03Check the full system. Measure flow, retention, air, setting and hardened performance.
Storage and handling
- Store sealed in a cool, dry and ventilated place.
- Protect from moisture, humidity and compression to reduce caking.
- Reseal partially used bags immediately.
- Reference shelf life: 12 months in unopened packaging.
- Consult the current SDS before handling.
Technical FAQ
AC-PCE 1030 questions
What is AC-PCE 1030 used for?
It is a powder polycarboxylate superplasticizer used to improve flow and reduce water demand in selected cement- and gypsum-based dry-mix products, especially self-leveling mortar and flowable grout.
What is the recommended dosage?
Use 0.10–0.50% of total binder mass as an initial laboratory screening range. The optimum dosage must be determined with the actual binder, fillers, sand and additive package.
Can it be added directly to a dry mortar blend?
Yes. Add it with the dry components and blend until uniform. After water is added on site, allow enough wet mixing time for full dispersion before evaluating flow.
Is it compatible with cellulose ether, RDP and defoamer?
It can be formulated with common dry-mix additives, but interactions affect air, rheology, setting and flow retention. Test the complete formulation rather than evaluating each additive separately.
Why can the same dosage perform differently with another cement?
Cement mineralogy, sulphate balance, fineness, supplementary binders and temperature influence PCE adsorption. A new binder source therefore requires a fresh dosage curve.
What can happen if powder PCE is overdosed?
Depending on the system, excessive dosage may cause segregation, bleeding, increased air or delayed setting. Reduce dosage and rebalance the stabilizer, defoamer and set-control package based on test results.
How should an opened bag be stored?
Reseal it immediately and keep it cool and dry. Moisture ingress and compression can cause caking and make accurate dosing more difficult.
Can I request a sample, TDS and SDS?
Yes. Send the application, binder type, target performance, trial quantity and destination through the contact page so the appropriate technical documents can be confirmed.