RAPID SET CEMENT - PRODUCT DATASHEET - Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement

Nov 2, 2026

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Rapid Set Cement is a high-performance, rapid hardening hydraulic cement designed for low shrinkage and enhanced resistance to chemical attack. It enables concretes, mortars, and grouts to reach structural strength in as little as one hour, supporting fast return to service. The datasheet highlights uses across interior and exterior applications such as pavements, bridges, runways, tunnels, tilt-up, precast, sidewalks, and grouting systems, with guidance on mix batching, placement, curing, and surface preparation.

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RAPID SET® CEMENT Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement PRODUCT DATASHEET DESCRIPTION: RAPID SET® CEMENT is a high-performance, rapid hardening hydraulic cement. Use RAPID SET CEMENT to create concretes, mortars, and grouts that achieve structural strength in one hour. Engineered for low shrinkage and superior resistance to chemical attack, Rapid Set Cement maximizes service life and minimizes maintenance. USES: Use RAPID SET CEMENT to replace ordinary portland cement for projects where fast return to service, high strength, and increased durability are desired. Rapid Set cement-based materials are ideal for a diverse range of interior and exterior projects including highway pavements, bridges, runways, tunnels, tilt-up, precast, sidewalks, floors, and many other applications. For larger jobs, RAPID SET CEMENT mixtures maybe batched using conventional ready mix or volumetric mixer equipment. Many state and local municipalities throughout the United States specify RAPID SET CEMENT in their concrete mix designs when speed and durability are important. ENVIRONMENTAL ADVANTAGES: Use RAPID SET CEMENT to reduce your carbon footprint and lower your environmental impact. Production of Rapid Set cement emits far less CO2 than portland cement. Contact your CTS representative for EPD, LEED values and other sustainability information. APPLICATION: Customize the mix for specific applications. A trial batch is recommended to optimize performance. For small projects, start with one 88 lb (40 kg) bag of RAPID SET CEMENT, 176 lb (79 .8 kg) of sand, 176 lb (79 .8 kg) of 1/4" to 3/4" (0 .6 cm to 1.9 cm) stone and about 4 gallons (15 .1 L) of potable water. For calculating volume, the specific gravity is 2.98 g/cm3. Contact CTS technical support for additional assistance, if needed. FOR 50-LB BAG: Customize the mix for specific applications. Atrial batch is recommended to optimize performance. For small projects, start with one 50-lb (22 .7 kg) bag of RAPID SET CEMENT, 100 lb (45 .4 kg) of sand, 100 lb (45 .4 kg) of 1/4" to 3/4" (0 .6 cm to 1.9 cm) stone and about 2.3 gallons (8 .7 L) of potable water. For calculating volume, the specific gravity is 2.98 g/cm3. Contact CTS technical support for additional assistance, if needed. Place material quickly and strike off with a screed. Apply desired finish. Concrete modifier admixtures are available. SURFACE PREPARATION: For repairs, application surface must be clean, sound and free from any materials that may inhibit bond, such as oil, asphalt, curing compound, acid, dirt and loose debris. Mechanically abrade surface and remove all unsound material. Apply RAPID SET CEMENT concrete to a thoroughly saturated surface with no standing water. CURING: Most materials made with RAPID SET CEMENT must be water cured. Begin curing after the material starts to harden and before the surface starts to lose its moist sheen. The objective of water curing is to maintain the moist sheen on the entire surface until the product has achieved sufficient strength. Keep exposed surfaces wet for a minimum of 1 hour. When experiencing extended setting time due to cold temperature orthe use of retarder, longer curing times may be required. OVERVIEW Highlights: Advanced rapid hardening technology | Use to create fast-setting concrete, mortar and grout | | | --- | --- | | Inherent sulfate resistance and low shrinkage | | | Ready for service in as little as 1 hour | | | Interior/exterior | | | Conforms to:
ASTM C1600 VRH | | | Approved:
State (DOT) and local approvals | | | MasterFormat® 2016 | | | 03 01 30 | Maintenance of
Cast-in-Place Concrete | | 03 01 40 Maintenance of Precast Concrete | | | 03 01 50 | Maintenance of Cast Decksand Underlayment | | 03 01 60 Maintenance of Grouting | | | 03 01 70 Maintenance of Mass Concrete | | | 03 31 00 Structural Concrete Cast in Place | | | 03 33 00 | Architectural Concrete-Cast-InPlace Concrete | | 03 37 13 Shotcrete | | | 03 37 16 Pumped Concr

FAQs

What is Rapid Set Cement used for?

Use Rapid Set Cement to replace ordinary portland cement for projects needing fast return to service, high strength, and increased durability. It is suitable for concretes, mortars, and grouts across many interior and exterior applications such as pavements, bridges, runways, tunnels, tilt-up, precast, sidewalks, floors, and grouting.

How do you prepare the surface before applying Rapid Set Cement?

For repairs, the application surface must be clean, sound, and free of materials that inhibit bond, including oil, asphalt, curing compound, acid, dirt, and loose debris. Mechanically abrade and remove unsound material, then apply to a thoroughly saturated surface with no standing water.

How should curing be handled with Rapid Set Cement?

Most mixes made with Rapid Set Cement must be water cured. Begin curing after hardening starts and before the surface loses its moist sheen, keeping exposed surfaces wet for at least 1 hour. Extended setting time from cold temperatures or retarder use may require longer curing.

Nov 2, 2026

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