Which Cement is good for concrete, Is that grade 33, 43 or 53?
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Answer / modipraveen
OPC 53.
Used in RCC and pre-stressed concrete of higher grades,
cement grouts, instant plugging mortars etc. where initial
higher strength is the criteria
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Answer / modipraveen
OPC 43,
Nowadays 43 grade is being used widely for general
construction work. However, 43 grade OPC is gradually being
replaced by blended cements.
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Answer / dvn potharaju
OPC 33 GRADE IS MOST USED FOR ALL CONDITION S
AS HEAT OF HYDRATION IS LESS AS COMPARED TO THE
OTHER GRADES .ALSO LESS CURING IS SUFFICIENT.
GAINS THE STRENGTH IN SLOW MANNER
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Answer / modipraveen
OPC 33 grade:
Used for general civil construction works under normal/mild
environmental conditions. OPC 33 grade is normally not used
where high grade concrete is required due to limitations of
its strength. Nowadays this variety is not generally produced
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