MasterLife® CI 222

Organic corrosion inhibiting admixture

DESCRIPTION PLASTIC PROPERTIES

MasterLife CI 222 is a state-of-the-art organic The plastic properties of concrete are not
migratory corrosion inhibiting admixture significantly affected by the use of
formulated to inhibit the corrosion of steel MasterLife CI 222.
reinforcement in concrete. MasterLife CI 222
provides two levels of corrosion protection, SLUMP AND TEMPERATURE
inhibiting and waterproofing making it the most DEVELOPMENT
effective corrosion inhibiting admixture available. MasterLife CI 222 has no effect on slump or the
temperature development profile of concrete.
ADVANTAGES
MasterLife CI 222 extends the service life of CONCRETE-STEEL BOND STRENGTH
reinforced concrete by slowing the ingress of Concrete to steel bond strength is not affected
chlorides and moisture into the concrete and by by MasterLife CI 222.
forming a strong, durable protective film on the
reinforcing steel for a second level of corrosion
CORROSION INHIBITING SYSTEMS
protection. This dual mechanism system makes
MasterLife CI 222 effective with all cement In order to control corrosion in steel reinforced
factors, as well as in cracked concrete where the concrete, the ACI Building Code (ACl 318)
elements that cause corrosion have direct requires certain design considerations, such as
access to the reinforcing steel. limiting the water-cementitious materials ratio;
providing adequate concrete cover over
reinforcing steel; and limiting the initial chloride
PACKAGING
ion content of the concrete. Additionally,
MasterLife CI 222 is available in 208 litre drums construction practices should be such that a
and bulk if required. dense, void-free concrete is obtained.

STANDARDS In addition to the elements of good concrete

ASTM G109, ASTM C494, BS 6920 (confirms practice required by the ACI Building Code,
concrete containing MasterLife CI 222 is Master Builders Solutions recommends a
suitable for contact with water). corrosion inhibiting system that inhibits corrosion
at multiple levels for maximum protection.
HOW IT WORKS
MasterLife CI 222 functions by inhibiting The basis for this system can be established
corrosion at its most critical points. through the use of MasterLife CI 222 which
MasterLife CI 222 lines the pores of the restricts the ingress of chlorides and moisture
concrete matrix thus waterproofing and slowing and slows the rate of corrosion by forming a
the rate at which chlorides and moisture enter protective film on the reinforcing steel.
the concrete and denying the corrosion process Additional protection can be attained through the
of its two most important components. use of high-range water-reducing admixtures to
MasterLife CI 222 provides additional protection provide adequate placeability and consolidation
by migrating and adsorbing onto the reinforcing at low water-cement ratios and/or the use of
steel to form a corrosion resistant protective film. silica fume admixtures to reduce concrete
This protective film dramatically slows the permeability.
corrosion process by preventing chlorides from
reacting with the reinforcing steel, and by
depriving the corrosion process of moisture and
oxygen, thus slowing the rate of corrosion once it
begins.
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APPLICATION GUIDELINES STORAGE
MasterLife CI 222 may be added with concrete Store at ambient temperatures above 2°C but
batch water. It should not be mixed with any not exceeding 52°C. Ensure that undiluted
other admixtures prior to being introduced into product does not reach ground water, water
the concrete mixer. The use of this admixture course or sewage system.
does not require changes in normal batching
procedures. HEALTH AND SAFETY
MasterLife CI 222 is not a fire or health hazard.
DOSAGE Spillages should be washed down immediately
MasterLife CI 222 is recommended for use at a with cold water. For further information refer to
dosage rate of 5 litre / m³ of concrete for all the material safety data sheet.
applications and corrosion environments.
MasterLife CI 222 dosed at 5 litre / m³ is QUALITY AND CARE
formulated to provide optimum corrosion All products originating from Master Builders
protection of reinforced concrete structures in Solutions Dubai, UAE facility are manufactured
severe corrosive environments, and therefore under a management system independently
provides excellent corrosive protection in less certified to conform to the requirements of the
severe corrosion environments as well. quality, environmental and occupational health &
MasterLife CI 222 is formulated for use at a safety standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO
single dosage in order to eliminate the confusion 45001.
and uncertainties related to determining the
severity of the corrosive environment and ® = Registered trademark of the MBCC Group in many countries.
predicting the chloride exposure of the structure.

NON-CHLORIDE
MasterLife CI 222 will not initiate or promote
corrosion of reinforcing steel embedded in
concrete, prestressed concrete or concrete
placed on galvanised steel floor and roof
systems. Neither calcium chloride nor any
chloride-based ingredients are used in the
manufacture of MasterLife CI 222 corrosion
inhibiting admixture.

WATCHPOINTS
Trials must be carried out to ensure mix design
meets specified performance criteria.

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