MasterRheobuild 2000
Hyperplasticizing admixture to produce exceptionally high-strength rheoplastic con-
crete with low water/cement ratio.
DESCRIPTION AND WHERE TO USE
MasterRheobuild 2000 is a water-soluble, sulphonated pol-
ymer based admixture. Adding MasterRheobuild 2000 to
concrete, the molecules of the polymer with a negative
charge adsorb onto the surface of cement grains, cause a
repulsion among cement particles, thus making their dis-
persion in water easier and, consequently, the mix much
more fluid. MasterRheobuild 2000 continues its action,
even if blended cement based on Portland cement clinker
and other materials, such as pozzolans, fly ash and slags,
are used.
MasterRheobuild 2000 is chloride free, meets UNI EN 934-
2 UNI EN 480 (1-2), UNI 10765, ASTM C 494-92 require-
ments for Type F and it is also compatible with all cements
meeting the UNI EN 197-1 and ASTM standards.
BENEFITS
MasterRheobuild 2000 allows rheoplastic concrete flowable
and non-segregating) to be manufactured with a water/ce-
ment ratio even lower than that obtained with ordinary su-
perplasticizers.
Therefore MasterRheobuild 2000 is meant for the produc-
tion of very high quality rheoplastic concrete having much
higher strengths at early and later ages. Moreover, the re-
duction in water/cement ratio guarantees the improvement
of all the other properties of hardened concrete (imperme-
ability, durability, bond to steel, dimensional stability, etc.).
COMPATIBILITY
In order to optimise special requirements the use of the fol-
lowing complementary additives is suggested:
Technical Information
Form
Relative density (g/ml at 20°C)
 air entraining agent MasterAir to improve frost/thaw re-
sistance (exposure class XF1 to XF4, EN 206-1)
 silica fume MasterRoc MS 610 for high performance con-
crete and improve durability in chemical aggressive envi-
ronments (exposure class XA1 to XA3, EN 206-1)
 curing agent MasterKure against too quick evaporation
of mixing water.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
MasterRheobuild 2000 is introduced into the mixer together
with mixing water.
The plasticizing effect or water reduction is higher if the ad-
mixture is added to the damp concrete after 80-90% of the
mixing water has been added. The addition of MasterRhe-
obuild 2000 to dry aggregate or cement is not recom-
mended.
 extend mixing, 1 to 2 min., after the addition of the last
quantity of water until bleeding water is completely elimi-
nated;
 reduce the last quantity of water so that a slightly lower
slump (150 to 220 mm) is achieved;
 reduce dosage of MasterRheobuild 2000 to 1.5%.
Since MasterRheobuild 2000 is designed for the production
of very high-quality concrete, the recommended dosage of
cement is relatively high (not lower than 300-350 kg/m3).
The use of fly ash or silica fume, where these materials are
available, is especially beneficial in the production of very
cohesive and self-levelling concrete, which is particularly
useful for underwater pours. In this case fly ash or silica
fume can be added at the same time as cement.
Liquid, dark brown
1.160 – 1.220
MasterRheobuild 2000
Hyperplasticizing admixture to produce exceptionally high-strength rheoplastic con-
crete with low water/cement ratio.
DOSAGE
The optimum dosage of MasterRheobuild 2000 is ranging
from 0.8 to 2.0 litres/100 kg of cement.
Other dosages may be recommended in special cases ac-
cording to specific job site conditions. In these cases please
consult our Technical Service
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PACKAGING AND STORAGE
MasterRheobuild 2000 is available in 1.000L containers
and bulk.
MasterRheobuild 2000 must be stored in a place where
temperature does not drop below 5°C.
In case of freezing, warm up and homogenise the admixture
solution before using.
For further information, please consult your local BASF Construction Chem-
icals Italia Spa representative.
The technical advice on how to use our products, either written or verbally
given, are based on the present state of our best scientific and practical
knowledge, and no guarantee and/or implicit or explicit responsibility are as-
sumed on final results of works executed by the use of our products.
The owner, his representative, or the contractor is responsible for checking
the suitability of our products as to the intended use and aims.
Supersedes all prior issues on this product.
October 2016