ASTM C430-17 - 1.12.2017
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the fineness of hydraulic cement by means of the 45-μm (No. 325) sieve.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The inch-pound equivalents of SI units may be approximate.

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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E11-24

Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves

E177-26a

Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods (Includes all amendments and changes 5/14/2026).

E161-17(2021)

Standard Specification for Electroformed Material and Test Sieves