3. 3
Hydro = Water
Phobic = against
So ,hydrophobic cement has an additive which repells water.
DEFINATION : Tending to repel and not absorb water; tending not
to dissolve in or mix with or be wetted by water.
Hydrophobic Portland Cement is manufactured on special
requirement for high rainfall areas to improve the shelf life of the
cement.
The cement particles are given a chemical coating during
manufacturing which provides water repelling property and the
cement is not affected due to high humidity and can be stored for a
longer period .
This has to be obtained on special order from the cement
manufactures.
4. 4
In hydro technical construction.
hydrophobic cement affect its heat release.
Sewage disposal treatments works
Water treatment plants
Constructions which are expected to be attacked by
dissolved chlorides and sulphate ions.
hydraulic structures-dams, retaining walls
Marine structures
Mass concrete works- like bridge footings
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