The effect of copper slag on the hydration and mechanical properties of cementitious mixtures

R. Tixier, R. Devaguptapu, Barzin Mobasher

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Abstract

The effect of copper slag on the hydration of cement-based materials is studied. Up to 15% by weight of copper slag was used as a portland cement replacement. Hydration reactions were studied through semiquantitative X-ray diffraction and TGA/DTA. Samples of copper slag and hydrated lime (ASTM type S) were used to test the pozzolanic properties of the slag. The porosity was examined using mercury intrusion porosimetry. A decrease in capillary porosity was observed while the gel porosity was increased. A significant increase in the compressive strength for up to 1 year is observed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1569-1580
Number of pages12
JournalCement and Concrete Research
Volume27
Issue number10
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 1997

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Building and Construction
  • General Materials Science

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