Manufactured by ARKAZ under license from W.R. GRACE & Co.

- Conn

MIRA 19
Mid-Range Concrete Plasticiser
Description
MIRA 19 is a Water Reducing admixture developed to
enhance and improve the flow and strength development of
concrete. It can be used at a range of dosage levels to:

Reduce water content

Reduce Cement Content

Increase compressive strength

Increase workability
MIRA 19 is highly flexible and effective over a wide range
of cement contents and types. The product is especially
beneficial in hot climatic conditions.
MIRA 19 conforms to the requirements of ASTM C-494
Type A & D and BS EN 934 Part 2.

Typical Properties
Appearance: Dark liquid
Specific Gravity: 1.16 at 20oC
Air Entrainment: 1% approx.
Chloride Content: Nil.

Method Of Use
MIRA 19 is supplied ready for use. It should be added to
concrete mixes during the mixing process at the same time
as the water. It should not be added directly to the cement.
No extension in normal mixing time is necessary, except
when highly workable concrete is being produced on site.
When used in this manner, it can be added to a normal mix
before the pour is made and must be mixed a minimum of 2
minutes.

Advantages

MIRA
19
yields
excellent
ultimate
compressive strength over a wide range of
cement contents
Effective in hot climatic conditions
Facilitates cement content reductions
Can be used to improve workability and
simultaneously
increase
compressive
strength
Exhibits
predictable
retardation
characteristics
Compatible with GGBF Slag and PFA
concretes
Extends the placement time of concrete even
at high ambient temperatures
Aids cohesion of concrete
Multi-role capabilities
Excellent slump retention properties
Improved permeability by reducing capillary
pores in the hardened matrix

Compatibility with Cements

MIRA 19 can be used with all types of cements, including
limestone cements. It is also effective in concretes containing
pulverised fuel ash (pfa) or ground granulated blast furnace
slag (ggbfs), however some reduction in dosage rate may be
necessary where using high volumes of cement replacements.
For use with special cements we recommend that you contact
Arkaz.

Compatibility with other Admixtures

MIRA 19 should not be premixed under any circumstances
with other admixtures. While some admixtures can be
usefully combined within the same mix the performance of
this product may well be affected by the presence of other
chemicals and we recommend that Arkaz be contacted for
advice in all such circumstances.

Addition Rates
Range: 600 ml - 1000 ml per 100 kg cement
0.6%-1.0% (v/w) by weight of cement
As with most products of this type the magnitude of the effect
obtained with MIRA 19, is governed by the quantity of
product used, water-cement ratio, and the specific nature of
the concrete and constituent materials.
It is necessary, therefore, to assess performance under site
conditions using actual materials to determine optimum
performance and dosage and effect on both plastic and
hardened concrete properties such as cohesiveness,
workability retention, setting characteristics, rate of early
strength gain, ultimate strength and shrinkage where these are
of importance.
As a guide to these trials, an addition level of 0.6 - 1.0%
MIRA 19 volume by weight of cement is recommended.
For advice and assistance with trials we recommend that you
consult Arkaz.

Effects of Overdosing
The effects of overdosing MIRA 19 are a function of the
degree of overdose.
When producing high workability concrete, overdosing will
increase the level of workability and may induce the onset of
segregation.
Depending on the extent of the overdose, an increase in the
setting time may also occur, especially in low temperatures
and/or when employing sulphate resisting cement or cement
replacement materials.
In any situation where overdosing is suspected, a careful
inspection of the concrete in its plastic state should be
conducted. Particular attention should be paid to consistency
and cohesiveness, prior to a decision on the suitability of the
concrete for the particular application in question.

Dispensing
It is preferable that MIRA 19 should be introduced into the
mixer by means of independent automatic dispensing
equipment.
It is preferable that liquid admixtures for concrete should be
introduced into a mixer by means of automatic dispensing
equipment. Details of which are available upon request.

Health and Safety

For further information see MIRA 19 Material Safety Data
Sheet or consult Arkaz.

Packaging
MIRA 19 can be supplied in 210 litre non-returnable
drums.
Alternatively 1,000 litre IBCs or bulk deliveries can be
arranged.

Storage
MIRA 19 should be stored in original containers or suitable
closed tanks, preferably out of direct sunlight and protected
from extremes of temperature.
Storage Life in Manufacturers Drums and IBCs:
12 months from date of manufacture.
Storage Life in Bulk Storage:
12 months from date of delivery.

Technical Service
The Technical Service Department of Arkaz Alsharq Building Materials is available to assist in the correct and best use of
our products. These resources and advice are at your disposal
entirely without obligation. Please contact:

Arkaz Alsharq Building Materials

Dammam 2nd Industrial Area - Road 135
PO Box 2572, Khobar, 31952
Saudi Arabia
Tel: 013 808 6970
Fax: 013 812 6541
info@arkaz.com
www.arkaz.com

MIRA is a registered trademark of W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.

The information given is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate and is offered for the users consideration, investigation and verification.
Since the conditions of use are beyond our control we do not warrant the results to be obtained. Please read all statements, recommendations or suggestions in
conjunction with our conditions of sale including those limiting warranties and remedies which apply to all goods supplied by us. No statement, recommendation or
suggestion is intended for any use which would violate or infringe statutory obligations or any rights belonging to a third party.
These products may be covered by patents or patents pending.
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Copyright 2014
28-November-2014