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PROPERTIES

STARcrete™ is a sulfur-based concrete with unique properties. General properties of STARcrete™ include:

  • Extreme corrosion resistance
  • High physical strength
  • High fatigue resistance
  • Low permeability
  • Fast setting
  • Avoids the usual freezing problems in sub-zero temperatures
Comparative Deterioration
IMMERSION IN 20% SULFURIC ACID

Sulfate-Resistant Portland Cement Concrete STARcrete™
AFTER THREE WEEKS AFTER THREE YEARS

The properties of STARcrete™ can be tailored for specific applications, e.g., where toughness or impact resistance may be required, or for use in chemical tanks and floors where continuous exposure to acids may occur.

By selecting appropriate aggregates, the density of STARcrete™ can be varied over a wide range. Cost is governed by source and supply of suitable aggregates, as well as sulfur, when comparing it with normal Portland cement in developing suitable mix designs recommended for specific applications.

Properties of STARcrete™
Data from independent laboratories

PROPERTY Comparison with
62.0 MPa (5,000 psi)
Portland cement concrete

Compressive strength greater
Flexural strength greater
Splitting tensile strength greater
Modulus of elasticity greater
Compressive creep less
Bond strength to reinforcing steel greater
Bond strength to concrete much greater
Coefficient of linear expansion equivalent
Thermal conductivity less
Durability under thermal cycling equivalent or higher
Corrosion resistance much greater
Fire resistance slightly less
Fatigue resistance much greater
Water permeability much less
Abrasion resistance much greater

The table below gives test results as compared to a typical Portland cement concrete using a 19 mm (3/4") washed gravel with approximately 60% fractured face. Note that the relationship of compressive strength to modulus of elasticity can, if desired, be varied with special additives.

Test description STARcrete™
MPa (psi)
Portland Cement
Concrete MPa (psi)

Compressive strength 62.0 (9,000) 34.5 (5,000)
Tensile strength 7.4 (1,080) 2.6 (380)
Modulus of rupture 12.7 (1,850) 3.65 (530)
Modulus of elasticity 3 - 4 x 104
(4 - 6 x 106)
2.8 - 3.7 x 104
(3 - 4 x 106)
Linear coefficient
of expansion/ºC (/ºF)
8.3 x 10-6
(4.6 x 10-6)
8.3 x 10-6
(4.6 x 10-6)
Density 2,400 kg/m³
150 lb/ft³
2,400 kg/m³
150 lb/ft³
Amount of binder 297 kg/m³
500 lb/yd³
371 kg/m³
625 lb/yd³


For more information about STARcrete™ and specific applications.
please contact us at - info@starcrete.com