Feb 27, 2024 · 4.1 This test method provides a procedure for making a preliminary estimate of the soundness of aggregates for use in concrete and other purposes. The values obtained may be compared with specifications, for example Specification C33/C33M, that are designed to indicate the suitability of aggregate proposed for use.Since the precision of this test method is poor (Section 13), it may not be ...

This standard is issued under the fixed designation C88/C88M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.

ASTM C88/C88M - 18 Page 1 of 9 4. Significance and Use 4.1 This test method provides a procedure for making a preliminary estimate of the soundness of aggregates for use in concrete and other purposes. The values obtained may be compared with specifications, for example Specification C33/C33M, that are designed to indicate the suitability of

ASTM-C88 › Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate

The scope of ASTM C88 includes: Purpose: assessing the soundness (resistance to weathering) of aggregates for use in concrete or other applications. Aggregate types: fine and coarse aggregates.

Aug 1, 2018 · ASTM International - ASTM C88/C88M-18 Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate

ASTM C0088 Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate

Historical service records of the specific aggregate type are a valuable resource. Lacking these, sulfate soundness testing outlined in ASTM C88 or AASHTO T 104 provides a valid preliminary estimate of freeze-thaw and weathering resistance. What is Sulfate Soundness?

Designation: C88/C88M − 18C88/C88M − 24 Standard Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate1 This standard is issued under the fixed designation C88/C88M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.