READY MIX

PLASTER
What is MORTAR ?

Mortar is a workable paste

which is prepared by adding

required amount of water to a

mixture of binding material (also

called matrix) and fine aggregate

(also called adulterant). This

plastic paste is useful to hold

building materials such as stone or brick together.

There are different types of mortars used in building

construction works based on nature of application, binding

material, density and special purposes for which it is used.

Types of Mortars
TYPES OF MORTARS:

Following are the types of mortars based on different factors:

 Nature of application
 Based on binding material used
 Bulk density
 Special purpose mortars

Types of Mortars Based on Nature of Application:

 Brick or stone laying mortar

 Finishing mortar

Types of Mortars Based on Binding Material Used

 Cement mortar
 Lime mortar
 Gypsum mortar
 Gauged mortar
 Surkhi mortar
 Aerated cement mortar

Types of Mortars Based on Bulk density

 Heavy mortar
 Lightweight mortar
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Quality Requirement of good plastering:

Good plastering material

and plaster should be capable

enough to protect the wall from

external dampness, shocks, Sun,

rain, humidity, fire and sound. It

also gives thermal insulation to

entire building. Good plastering

work with good plastering material is the skin of entire building and provides long term

durability to the building. Care should be taken to choose the right material for

plastering. Effectiveness of plastering depends on material, workmanship, skill level of

mason and adherence to general guidelines of its usage. Workability of mix, particle

size distribution of material, control to avoid early heat of hydration, raw mix design,

quality of individual raw materials is important. Sand used in plaster should have

minimum clay content and other impurities. Control over maximum particle size and

grading. Shape of sand is also a factor. Pozzolana used in material should have proper

lime reactivity with control over other physical and chemical parameters. Pozzolana is

generally used to control the early heat of hydration of mix to avoid cracking.
Comparison with conventional method of plastering:

Parameter CHEMAX Ready Mix Conventional Method

Plaster
Application time Fast application Not possible
Quality Consistent quality due to Manual mixing, hence not possible to test
computerized process every batch
Shrinkage cracks Minimum shrinkage cracks Significantly high shrinkage cracks
Handling and storing Easy handling and storage Difficult to keep stock of different material
Wastage No wastage High wastage
Efflorescence Negligible Observed in many cases
Sand Graded Not graded
Rebound loss Minimum High due to non-gradation & bigger sand
particle size

Technical specifications:

Parameter Values
Maximum aggregate size 3 mm
Bulk density 1.7-1.8 Kg/Lit
Compressive strength (MPa) More than 4 in 28 days
Silt content in sand <1%
Soundness <0.05%
Consistency using standard | 120 mm
flow table @ 100 mm base
cone

* Recommended single coat thickness is > 8 mm, but 6 mm can be applied upon appropriate technical advice.
# The values obtained are from our laboratory testing conditions. Tests conducted on site conditions may show slight
variation due to methods of testing/ applications.
Features and benefits at a glance:
1. High Strength
High Compressive and tensile strength increases masonry strength and load bearing
capacity.

2. Consistency
Due to the manufacturing process and accurate particle size distribution, the premix bags
are delivered in consistent quality.

3. Saves Time
Huge time saving can be observed for plaster work and completion of project. There is
no need to mix individual materials like cement and sand.

4. Hassle Free
No hassle of maintaining mortar ratio, whereas in the conventional method labour and
supervision is required to prepare the mix.

5. Easy Application
The material is premixed and only water has to be added on site. This makes the process
of plastering much easier and quicker.

6. Minimum Wastage
The wastage caused in the conventional site mix process while sand sieving and mixing
material is totally avoided.

7. Minimum Cracks
Shrinkage cracks are minimized as raw materials are tested and accurately mixed with
specific particle size and quantity.

8. Storage
Easy to maintain stock as equal size packaging in bag form is provided.

9. Higher Coverage
Due to lower density and high volume, it covers 15-20 sq ft/ bag of 40 Kg with a thickness
of 10-12 mm.
 10. Finish
Surface finish after application is excellent and equal due to best particle size grading,
hence maximizing wall plaster performance.

11. Economical
It provides smooth finish of walls in a single coat. Hence saves time and cost required for
putty coating.

12. Availability
Unlike the unstable availability of raw river sand, premix bags are available round the
year.

13. Premixed
No site mix and blending of powder is required. Only water is to be added.

Product characteristics:

Parameter Values
Appearance Greyish granular powder
Coverage 16-17 sq ft/ 40 kg bag @ 10-12 mm
thickness
Thickness of single layer 6-12 mm
Pot life 30 Min (can vary on climatic
conditions)
Water demand (W/W) 18 % of mix (can vary on climatic
conditions)
Do's and don'ts Ingredients
• Do not make more quantity. Make the Graded river sand, OPC 53 grade cement, fly-ash and
quantity that can be used in least hydrated lime and performance additives.

possible time say within 30-40 minutes. Packaging

Otherwise more quantity will likely to
40 kg bag.
start its plasticity and bonding will not be
proper. Storage
• Never add extra water once mix has set
Keep in dry place free from moisture and water. Do
to make it thin. not leave the bag/bags open.
• Remaining material from previous mix
Shelf life
must not be added in the new mix
Six months from the date of manufacture in the
because of difference in plastic strength
originally sealed packaging and with recommended
of two mix. storage conditions.
• Do not throw dry material after
plastering for smooth finishing purpose Relevant codes
as it may result into hair cracks on
• IS-2250 -1981 code of practice for
surface.
preparation and use of masonry mortars.
• For external plastering, it should always
• IS-1542 sand for plaster.
be done in two coats.
• S-4031 methods of physical tests for hydraulic
• Throw the plaster on wall forcibly for
cement.
good adhesion.
• Avoid plastering work in rainy season
Safety
and day time of peak summer seasons.
• Plastering should be protected from • CHEMAX cement-sand ready mix plaster is non-
winds and Sun. toxic and non-hazardous.
• Plaster should be cut through to the • Use goggles, dust mask, hand gloves, helmet and
applied surface where different surface nose mask while doing any type of plastering work.
materials meet. E.g. masonry and • In case of contact with eyes of dry mix and wet
concrete. mix, immediately wash with plenty of clean water
with clean hands and seek medical advice.
• After finishing of work, wash hands using soap.
Troubleshooting:

Problem Probable Reason Recommended Prior Care

Mix is not properly Quantity of water is inaccurate/ Mixing is improper Take water content between 17-19
adhering to substrate and applied too early on substrate/ Substrate was not %/ Use electric mixer to mix 40 Kg
wet enough using thin cement slurryl Mix has lost its bag in a 30-35 liter bucket/ Apply
plasticity and has become firm before application/ thin cement slurry before the
Some external material is added in mix/ Plastering application/ Use the mix within 30
thickness is more than 12 mm in a single coat/ Mason minutes and do not make large
is not skilled enough/ Plastering is done during the quantity of mix in one go/ Clean
rains the wall before plastering using a
metal wire brush
Falling of plaster Due to gravity, thick layer of plaster falls in case the The thickness of plaster should not
during the thickness of plaster exceeds more than 12-15 mm/ If be more than 12-15 mm/ Apply
application the plastering surface is not smooth thin cement slurry before the
plaster
Cracks observed on Improper wetting or mixing of substrate/ In case dry Do proper wetting of substrate/ It
plastered wall mix is applied for fast setting and finishing after plaster should be properly mixed either by
hand or using electrical mixer/ Do
not apply dry mix for fast setting
and finishing of plaster
Crack observed Combination of two different material may result into Do grooving between ceiling and
between ceiling and cracks wall plaster/ Use fiber mesh on
wall wall groove cutter between wall and
column and ceiling
Crack observed in Mortar is not properly applied or thick plaster is Take water content between 17-19
net form on plaster applied in one coat/ If the mortar is not properly %/ Apply thin cement slurry before
with empty space mixed/ In case it is applied in rainy season the application/ Use the mix within
sound (Crazing) 30 minutes and do not make large
quantity of mix in one go
Wide crack in wall Stresses in wall may develop due to settlement or Avoid the listed causes
after plaster vibration
Jointing is not proper in wall elements
Movement of the wall or shrinkage of plaster is caused
by excessive loss of water from the plaster or excessive
suction by the brick wall/ It may also happen due to
exposure to direct Sun and wind/ AAC Blocks may
also not have equilibrium moisture content
Mortar joints are Different rate of suction between the mortar and the Avoid the listed causes
visible through the bricks
plaster (Grinning)
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DATA SHEET REF NO: FBP16222TS

CX SUPERPLAST FB
Non Shrink, Cementitious Dry Ready Mix Plaster
With fine fiber for Reinforcement

USE:
CX SUPERPLAST FB can be used for external as well as internal plaster to improve the quality of plastering work.

ADVANTAGES:
 Consistency & Assured quality of plaster for external and internal.
 Better coverage in plaster area.
 Accurate proportioning of ingredients and homogenous mixture so good bonding, less rebound hence
reduces the wastage during plastering.
 Excellent permeability resistant. Increased plastic life of mortar and reduces drying shrinkage cracks.
 Improved labor productivity hence reduces the cost.
 Eco-friendly.
 Convenient to use by manually or plastering machine also.

DESCRIPTION: CX SUPERPLAST FB is a premixed ready to use cement based mortar for external as well as
internal plaster, which ensures quality consistency. CX SUPERPLAST FB is a mixture of graded inert fillers,
additives, binder.

PROPERTIES:
 Colour: Grey
 Composition : Ordinary Portland cement, selected sand, specific additives, binder & PP fiber.
 Grain size: 0 to 1.5 mm
 Density: About 1.8 kg/liter as dry product and about 2.0 kg/liter when mixed with water.
 Pot Life : 1 hour
 Coat thickness: 15-16mm.

APPLICATION
Mixing : Take precise quantity of water & pour into mechanical mixer or can be loaded into plastering machine and
slowly add the CX SUPERPLAST FB mortar into mixer at a ratio of 0.15 W/P ratio and mix it thoroughly for
application.

Application : Ensure substrate is cleans, oil grease, paints and traces of foreign material that may affect adhesion.
Wet the surface thoroughly and apply CX SUPERPLAST FB to achieve uniform thickness and level surface. Mixed
CX SUPERPLAST FB after adding water, should be used within 60 minutes.

Curing : Water curing is recommended after 12 hours and to be continued for at least 7 days. Alternatively curing
by CX SUPERCURE WB curing compound is recommended.

PACKING: 40 kg. Of woven bags

COVERAGE: 40 kg. Bag of bag CX SUPERPLAST FB will cover 14 to16 ft2 in 14 to 15 mm thickness the coverage
depends upon the substrate.

SHELF LIFE: 9 months from the date of manufacture under standard storage conditions in a shaded and dry place.

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REF NO: TC17222TS440

QC TEST REPORT

Product Name : CX SUPERPLAST FB

Date Of Testing : 6TH MAY,2018

Batch No. : I009/0913

1. MIXED MATERIAL PEROMANCE AT 27O C:

(Mix thoroughly 3 parts of the material and 1 part water by volume into a paste.)

Consistency : Smooth paste free from lumps.

Mixed density : 1.5 – 1.7 gm/cc

Drying time : 1.5 hrs

Setting time : Initial set – Minimum 5 hrs.

Final set - Minimum 8 hrs.

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