Calcium Aluminate Cement

CaO·Al₂O₃

IUPAC: Calcium aluminate

CAS: 12042-68-1

Übersicht

Calcium aluminate cement (CAC) sets and hardens much faster than Portland cement and is resistant to high temperatures and chemical attack.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Oxygen O 4 15,9990
Aluminum Al 2 26,9820
Calcium Ca 1 40,0780

Elementare Zusammensetzung

Verwendung

  • Refractory concrete
  • Rapid-setting cement
  • Sewer pipe lining (acid-resistant)
  • Foundry applications

Wissenswertes

  • Sets in 6 hours vs 28 days for Portland cement, used for emergency road repairs

Sicherheit

  • ⚠ Irritant
  • ⚠ Alkaline when wet

Structure

SMILES

[O-][Al]=O.[O-][Al]=O.[Ca+2]

Eigenschaften

Typ
inorganic
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
158,04 g/mol
Dichte
2,9800 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
1600,0 °C
Löslichkeit
reacts

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
157,9053
TPSA
80,3 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
4
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
7
Complexity
7,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calcium Aluminate Cement?
Calcium Aluminate Cement (CaO·Al₂O₃) is a inorganic compound with the IUPAC name Calcium aluminate.
What is the molecular weight of Calcium Aluminate Cement?
Calcium Aluminate Cement has a molar mass of 158.04 g/mol.
What state is Calcium Aluminate Cement at room temperature?
Calcium Aluminate Cement is a solid at room temperature.
Is Calcium Aluminate Cement organic or inorganic?
Calcium Aluminate Cement is classified as an inorganic compound.
What elements make up Calcium Aluminate Cement?
Calcium Aluminate Cement (CaO·Al₂O₃) is composed of Oxygen (O), Aluminum (Al), Calcium (Ca).