Sr. No. |
Particulars |
Test Method/ Reference Code |
Sample size required |
Significance |
1 |
Sieve Analysis |
IS 2386 (I):1963 |
100 kgs. |
Helps proportioning of ingredients |
2 |
Specific gravity and water absorption |
IS 2386 (III):1963 |
100 kgs. |
Helps classification of materials |
3 |
Bulk density |
IS 2386 (pt.III ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Helps conversion of weight to volume |
4 |
Flakiness Index |
IS 2386 (pt. I ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Flaky aggregate increase specific surface area & W/ C ratio. |
5 |
Elongation Index |
IS 2386 (pt. I ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Higher elongation increases water demand for concrete making it harsh. |
6 |
Crushing Value |
IS 2386 (pt.IV ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Determines resistance of aggregates to gradual Load. |
7 |
Impact Value |
IS 2386 (pt.IV ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Determine resistance to sudden impact or shocks. |
8 |
10 % Fines Value |
IS 2386 (pt.IV ) : 1963 |
100 kgs. |
Indicates resistance to crushing. |