fast setting concrete mix

The Pro’s Choice Since 1936

Slump Range = 2” - 3” (50 - 75 mm)

Sakrete® Fast Setting Concrete Mix is
DIVISION 3
a preblended fast setting mixture of
Structural Concrete – 03 31 00
special cementitious materials, sand
and coarse aggregate. For projects
where a rapid set is needed to allow Color:
for same day use. For setting posts • Gray
and poles without mixing or bracing.
For slab placement where concrete Preparation/Application:
thickness exceeds 2” (51 mm). For best results all materials should be stored between 40°F (4°C) and 80°F
(27°C) 24 hours prior to installation.
Refer to:
- ACI 302.1 Guide for Concrete Flooring and Slab Construction
- ACI 304.1 Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transportation and Placing Concrete
Features: - ACI 305R Guide to Hot Weather Concreting
• High Strength 4,000 psi
- ACI 306R Guide to Cold Weather Concreting
• Full depth applications 2” (51 mm) or greater
• Ideal for structural applications requiring a small volume of concrete
• Rapid setting in approximately 1/2 hour resulting in same day use Posts and Poles:
1. Dig hole to required depth and diameter (depth should be 1/3 the length
of the post or pole and hole should be 3 times the diameter of the pole or
Use For: post width). Place 4” to 6” (102 mm to 152 mm) of gravel as a base and
• Setting fence posts
compact.
• Driveways, slabs, patios, walkways
2. Place the post or pole in the center of the hole and onto the gravel base.
• Curbs
3. Level and support post or pole in place.
• Stairs
4. Fill hole 1/3 full of water.
• Ramps
5. Then add Concrete directly from bag.
• Structural applications requiring a small volume of concrete
6. If surface is dry add more water. Excess surface water is not a problem.
7. Re-check the level of the post.
Yield/Water/Coverage: 8. Slope top of mix to allow water to drain away.

Bag Size Yield Water

Flatwork (Slabs, sidewalks, walkways, etc.):
CAUTION: Do not mix more than can be placed and troweled in 15 minutes.
50 lb (22.6 kg) 0.38 ft3 (.01 m3) 2.5 to 3 qts (2.4 - 2.9 L) 1. Stake out the area where the concrete will be placed.
2. Cut and remove all soil, grass, sod, etc.
To determine coverage: Multiply Length (feet) x Width (feet) x Thickness (inches) 3. For improved drainage place several inches of gravel into the excavated
and divide by 12. Then divide by .38 to determine the numbers of bags needed. area. Remember to allow enough depth for both the gravel and a minimum
See Calculator on Sakrete.com for assistance. Yield and water are approximate. of 4” (102 mm) of concrete.
4. Place forms in the desired area assuring that they are level, square, and all
Post Setting - Based on Average 10” Diameter Hole: corners sealed so no premixed material can escape once placed.
5. Place the concrete into the forms to full depth.
6. Consolidate by moving into corners and low areas to assure there are
12” (305 mm) deep 18” (457 mm) deep no voids.
7. Using a straight edge (a 2 x 4 works well) level the surface of the concrete
1.25 bags 2 bags using a back and forth sawing motion.
8. Using a float or trowel smooth the surface to remove imperfections. This
24” (610 mm) deep 30” (762 mm) deep is not a final trowel finish, so complete this quickly. Too much troweling at
this point will cause dusting and weaken the surface.
2.5 bags 3 bags 9. Using a concrete grooving tool, cut joints into the concrete every 3 - 4 ft
(.9 - 1.2 m). Expansion joints should be placed every 8 ft x 12 ft (2.4 x 3.7 m
Technical Data: in each direction and must extend through the entire depth of the slab.
Sakrete Fast Setting Concrete Mix meets or exceeds the compressive strength 10. Once the concrete has stiffened slightly and all water has evaporated
requirements of ASTM C387. from the surface use the trowel to put a smooth level surface on the
Compressive Strength ASTM C39 concrete. Applying a light broom finish will aid with traction and remove
3 days = 2,500 psi (17 MPa) any imperfections left from the trowel.
7 days = 3,500 psi (24 MPa) 11. Forms can be removed the following day.
28 days = 4,000 psi (28 MPa)

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Repairs (greater than 2” (51 mm) in depth): Precautionary statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not
1. Surfaces to be repaired must be sound, dimensionally stable, and clean. eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing
2. Slick or sealed surfaces must be thoroughly roughened to an ICRI CSP of must not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions
3 to 5. before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
3. Sides of repair area must be squared off. understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
4. Clean all reinforcing steel to bare white metal and coat with a rust protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe
preventative if not covering within 8 hours. dust. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If swallowed:
5. All surfaces that will come in contact with the concrete mix should be Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin: Wash
brought to a SSD (Surface Saturated Dry condition) before application of with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before
the material. reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If in
6. Clean and remove all loose materials and debris before proceeding eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
7. Place the mixed concrete mix into the area that is being repaired. lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a
8. Use a float to remove any surface imperfections. poison center/doctor. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep
comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
Mixing: Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly
1. Mix only the amount of material that can be placed within 15 minutes. closed. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local,
2. Empty contents of Sakrete Fast Setting Concrete into a wheel barrel or regional, national and international regulations.
mortar pan forming a crater in the center of the dry mix for the addition of
clean potable water (refer to chart above for water amount). Mix with a Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
shovel or hoe until all the material is mixed to a uniform consistency.
Projects requiring multiple bags are mixed much easier with a mechanical KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS.
concrete mixer. For additional information, call the manufacturer at 866-725-7383 or
3. Add enough clean potable water to achieve a workable mix. Add additional Chemtrec at 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 outside of USA. Refer to
water if needed but AVOID A SOUPY MIX. Excess water reduces strength and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for further information.
durability and can cause cracking, dusting or scaling.

Curing (Required only for flat work):

1. Proper curing is critical for sound results. Curing means maintaining proper
moisture and temperature. The concrete must be kept continuously moist for
several days. Limited Product Warranty:
2. Covering the concrete slab with plastic is a practical way to help retain The manufacturer warrants that this product is free from defects in material
moisture. Place plastic after concrete has set. and workmanship and will perform per the manufacturer product literature in
3. If surface begins to appear dry remove the plastic moisten the surface and effect at the time of purchase. This warranty is for one (1) year from the date
replace the plastic. of purchase. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
4. New concrete can be opened to foot traffic in 6 hours and vehicular traffic purpose is limited to the duration of this express warranty. This warranty
in 48 hours. applied only if the product is used, in strict accord with manufacturer published
instructions. The sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty is replacement
Precautions: of the defective product or refund of the purchase price, at manufacturer’s
Air, mix and substrate temperatures should be between 40°F (4°C) and 90°F option. CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARE NOT
(32°C) with no rain in the forecast within 24 hours of application. For RECOVERABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. All claims under this warranty must be
applications outside this range of temperatures and conditions, contact submitted to manufacturer by calling 866-725-7383. This warranty gives you
Sakrete Technical Service. specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
• Colder temperatures or higher humidity conditions will retard set times to state.
• Use only clean mixing container and tools Sakrete® and the background design are registered trademarks of SAKRETE of
• Do not over trowel North America LLC, 327 Hillsborough Street Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-1725 ©2018.
• Do not overwater SAKRETE® is manufactured under license from SAKRETE of North America LLC.
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NOTE: Proper application and installation of all Sakrete products are the
responsibility of the end user

Safety:
DANGER
HAZARD STATEMENT: Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes
serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause
cancer. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to lungs through
prolonged or repeated exposure.

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