ASTM C174/C174M-12 - 1.7.2012
 
Significance and Use

This test method is used to determine the compliance of concrete construction with design specifications. It is especially important in determining the thickness of pavements and other slab construction.

 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the thickness of a concrete pavement, slab, or structural element by measuring the length of a core drilled from a concrete structure.

1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. Within the text, the inch-pound units are shown in brackets. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other.

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

C125-26

Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates

C42/C42M-20

Standard Test Method for Obtaining and Testing Drilled Cores and Sawed Beams of Concrete

AASHTO T148

Method of Test for Measuring Length of Drilled Concrete Cores

C670-24ae1

Standard Practice for Preparing Precision and Bias Statements for Test Methods for Construction Materials (Includes all amendments and changes 2/21/2025).