Binder content influences on chloride ingress in concrete

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    Abstract

    The reported study looked at the effect of reducing free water contents, and thereby binder contents, on the ingress of chloride in concrete. Concretes with equal water/binder ratio (and design strength), but with water contents reduced by up to 30 litres/m3, were tested for chloride diffusion (D) and penetration. The quality of the microstructure was inferred from initial surface absorption tests (ISAT). The results show no practical difference in chloride durability between the corresponding concretes, and that reducing the binder content, (providing that the water/binder ratio is maintained) is not likely to be detrimental. However, the results reported underline the importance of binder type, in this case PFA. Implications of the results are discussed and, in light of the findings, whether specifications which demand minimum cement contents are justified.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)1761-1766
    Number of pages6
    JournalCement and Concrete Research
    Volume26
    Issue number12
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 1996

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Building and Construction
    • Materials Science(all)

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