Technical Specifications: The Gold Standard of Saudi Industrial Production
As the premium node of the CemMatrix.com alliance, SaudiACement.com provides materials that define the frontier of construction technology. Our 2026 production portfolio is meticulously engineered to comply with SASO GSO 1914, ASTM C150, and EN 197-1 standards, ensuring global interoperability for the world's most complex engineering projects.
💎 Mineralogical Excellence: High-Alite Clinker
The geological formations in Saudi Arabia provide a rare combination of high-purity limestone and low-alkali additives. This allows us to produce a clinker with a dominant Alite (Tricalcium Silicate) phase, providing the rapid strength gain required for high-speed infrastructure development.
Chemical Composition (2026 Batch Average)
Chemical PropertySASO/ASTM StandardSaudiACement TypicalLime ($CaO$)-64.5% – 66.5%Silica ($SiO_2$)-20.5% – 22.0%Alumina ($Al_2O_3$)-4.5% – 5.5%Iron Oxide ($Fe_2O_3$)-3.0% – 4.0%Magnesium Oxide ($MgO$)Max 6.0%0.5% – 2.0%Sulphuric Anhydride ($SO_3$)Max 3.0%0.3% – 0.5%Alkali Equivalent ($Na_2O$ eq)Max 0.60%< 0.50% (Low Alkali)
🔬 Specialized 2026 Product Portfolio
1. Oil Well Cement (API Class G / HSR)
As a global leader in energy infrastructure, SaudiACement produces the industry-standard API 10A Class G cement.
Purpose: Specifically designed for the extreme pressures and temperatures of oil and gas well cementing.
Thickening Time: Predictable rheology (90-120 mins) even under stimulated bottom-hole temperatures.
Durability: High Sulfate Resistance (HSR) and zero free-fluid content to prevent gas migration.
2. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC 52.5N / Type I)
The backbone of Saudi Vision 2030, our OPC is optimized for pre-stressed concrete and high-rise developments.
Early Strength: Reaches $\geq$ 25 MPa within 48 hours.
Final Strength: Consistently exceeds 60 MPa at 28 days.
Grindability: Our clinker features a high Hardgrove Grindability Index (HGI), reducing power consumption for international grinding stations.
3. Sulfate Resistant Cement (SRC / Type V)
Ideal for the maritime projects of the Red Sea Global and West African coastal zones.
Mineral Profile: Tricalcium Aluminate ($C_3A$) content restricted to < 3.0%, providing near-total immunity to sulfate attack from seawater and aggressive soils.
🏗️ Physical Performance Metrics
PropertyASTM C150 / Type ISaudiACement 2026 PerformanceSpecific Surface (Blaine)Min 2800 $cm^2/g$3200 – 3600 $cm^2/g$Soundness (Autoclav)Max 0.80%0.05% – 0.15%Initial Setting TimeMin 45 Mins120 – 160 MinsFinal Setting TimeMax 375 Mins180 – 240 Mins28-Day StrengthMin 28.0 MPa$\geq$ 55.0 MPa
🛡️ Certified Quality Assurance
In 2026, every shipment from SaudiACement.com carries the SASO Quality Mark and the CemMatrix Verified digital certificate.
XRF Monitoring: Every 60 minutes, our labs perform X-Ray Fluorescence analysis to ensure chemical consistency.
Batch Traceability: Every ton can be traced back to its specific kiln run and raw material quarry.
ESG Compliance: Verified low-clinker options (Type IL) available for carbon-sensitive projects in the US and Europe.
📧 Technical Consultation & RFQ
Need a specialized mix for a subsea tunnel or a desert megacity project? Our Riyadh-based technical team can provide customized chemical profiles to meet your specific Silica Modulus (SM) or Iron Modulus (IM) requirements.