| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 258311 | Construction and Building Materials | 2013 | 9 Pages |
In addition to the technological and environmental factors, the corrosion caused by chloride ions is strongly influenced by the type of cement used in concrete; however, currently, cement is manufactured and specified without taking into account its resistance to the action of aggressive agents. Given this context, a study on the protective capacity of some types of cement (CPII-Z-32, CPIII-40 and CPIV-32) was conducted regarding the reinforcement structure under the action of chloride ions. The specimen molded with CPIII-40 cement clearly showed high resistance to corrosion caused by chloride ions, high compressive strength, and low capillary absorption.
► Increasing the curing period has improved the cement performance. ► Water–cement ratio presented itself as the most important factor to increase the durability, followed by the cement type. ► The CPIII-40 cement had the best performance with respect to corrosion by chloride ions to both water–cement ratios studied. ► To increase the durability in structures the cement to be used must be specified according to environmental conditions.
