This invention relates to the field of
building material additives, specifically a
viscosity modifier for dry-mixed
mortar and its preparation method. The modifier, by weight percentage, comprises 2-20% bio-
adhesive, 2-20%
polymer, 60-90% modified inorganic suspending agent, and 1-3% anti-
caking agent. The bio-
adhesive is a combination of two or more types, such as
xanthan gum; the
polymer is a combination of one or more types, such as
polyacrylamide; the modified inorganic suspending agent is a combination of one or more types, such as surfactant-modified
magnesium aluminum silicate; and the anti-
caking agent is a combination of one or more types, such as
fumed silica. The preparation includes mixing at
room temperature for 30-60 minutes, pulverizing, and
drying at 90-105℃. This modifier exhibits shear-
thinning properties and excellent
water retention, effectively solving the problem of segregation and bleeding in dry-mixed
mortar. It is suitable for
cement-based and
gypsum-based dry-mixed mortars, requires a small dosage, has minimal
impact on flowability, exhibits good self-healing properties, and its
dry powder form facilitates mixing and addition, making construction convenient.