ASTM C142-97(2004) - 1.8.2004
 
Significance and Use

This test method is of primary significance in determining the acceptability of aggregate with respect to the requirements of Specification C 33.

 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the approximate determination of clay lumps and friable particles in aggregates.

1.2 The values given in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

C33-07

Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates

C117-23

Standard Test Method for Materials Finer than 75-?m (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing

C125-26

Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates

C1005-20

Standard Specification for Reference Masses and Devices for Determining Mass and Volume for Use in Physical Testing of Hydraulic Cements

E11-24

Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves