Impact of calcium sulfate source on hydration, rheology and mechanical strength of LC3 cements in the presence of superplasticizer

Key Points

• Hydration of LC3 cements varies based on calcium sulfate source, impacting final strength.
• Mechanical strength showed a maximum increase of 20% using specific calcium sulfate sources with superplasticizer.
• Observational analysis across different calcium sulfate sources revealed noteworthy differences in cement rheology.
• Potential implications for cement production include enhanced performance and reduced costs with optimal calcium sulfate selection.