Ordinary portland cement also known as OPC cement. In this article learn about the advantages and uses of OPC cement.
Advantages of OPC Cement:
- High compressive strength in the early stages.
- Low alkali content provides better protection against alkali-aggregate reaction.
- High early strength facilitates speedy construction.
- Superior resistance to sulphate attack due to less C3A.
Uses of OPC Cement:
- Suitable for commercial, residential, industrial structures, highways, runways, bridges and high rise buildings.
- Recommended for all types of RCC structures, concrete blocks, paver blocks and more.
- Used for Pre-stressed concrete.
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Source: India cements
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