I. Working Principle
Polyacrylamide acts as a dedicated reinforcing, flocculating and thickening agent for gypsum:
- Adsorbs on the surface of gypsum crystals to form a cross-linked network structure.
- Fills voids inside gypsum to improve compressive and flexural strength.
- Delays setting via water retention, reducing cracking, powdering and edge chipping.
- Optimizes the fluidity of gypsum slurry for smooth construction and uniform setting.
II. Applicable Models
- Anionic Polyacrylamide: Molecular weight ranging from 8–12 million
- Applicable materials: Building gypsum, gypsum plaster, joint filler, gypsum cornice, gypsum mould, phosphogypsum building materials
III. Core Functions
- Greatly enhance the strength and hardness of gypsum products.
- Lower water absorption and improve moisture resistance.
- Mitigate shrinkage cracks for smooth and durable finished products.
- Improve workability to prevent water separation and delamination.
- Effective with low addition dosage, delivering remarkable cost performance.
IV. Application Instructions
- Prepare a 0.2% aqueous solution with water and stir thoroughly until fully dissolved.
- Add the prepared solution together with mixing water during gypsum blending and stir evenly.
- Do not add the powder directly, as it will cause agglomeration.
V. Combined Formula
Polyacrylamide + Gypsum Retarder + Water Reducer = High-strength crack-resistant gypsum system
VI. Advantages & Disadvantages
✅ Advantages: Excellent reinforcing effect, low mixing dosage, good compatibility, eco-friendly and odorless.
❌ Disadvantages: Excessive dosage may lead to mould sticking, prolonged setting time and sticky surface.
VII. Application Scenarios
- Interior wall gypsum plaster (general on-site construction)
- Gypsum cornices & gypsum artware (shaped products)
- Gypsum-based self-leveling compound (floor leveling)
- Building materials made from desulfurized gypsum & phosphogypsum (industrial mass production)
- Joint filler & repair gypsum (house renovation and repairing)
Comparative Performance
- Without polyacrylamide: Fast setting, prone to cracking and powdering, brittle texture and fragile finished products.
With proper dosage of polyacrylamide: Easy construction, high strength, crack resistance, impact resistance and long service life.
