ASTM D4186-89(1998)e1 - 10.2.1998
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the rate and magnitude of consolidation of soil when it is restrained laterally and drained axially and subjected to controlled-strain loading.

Note 1-The determination of the rate and magnitude of consolidation of soil when it is subjected to incremental loading is covered by Test Method D2435.

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

1.3 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems 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

D7015-13

Standard Practices for Obtaining Intact Block (Cubical and Cylindrical) Samples of Soils

D1587-08

Standard Practice for Thin-Walled Tube Sampling of Soils for Geotechnical Purposes

D6913-04

Standard Test Methods for Particle-Size Distribution (Gradation) of Soils Using Sieve Analysis

D6519-15

Standard Practice for Sampling of Soil Using the Hydraulically Operated Stationary Piston Sampler

D6026-21

Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits and Data Records in Geotechnical Data

D4753-25

Standard Guide for Evaluating, Selecting, and Specifying Balances and Standard Masses for Use in Soil, Rock, and Construction Materials Testing

D4452-14

Standard Practice for X-Ray Radiography of Soil Samples

D4318-26

Standard Test Methods for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils

D4220-95(2000)

Standard Practices for Preserving and Transporting Soil Samples

D3740-26

Standard Practice for Minimum Requirements for Agencies Engaged in Testing of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction

D3550-01

Standard Practice for Thick Wall, Ring-Lined, Split Barrel, Drive Sampling of Soils

D2488-26

Standard Practice for Description and Identification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Visual-Manual Procedures)

D2487-17(2025)

Standard Practice for Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)

D2435-04

Standard Test Methods for One-Dimensional Consolidation Properties of Soils Using Incremental Loading

D2216-19

Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Determination of Water (Moisture) Content of Soil and Rock by Mass

D854-23

Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Soil Solids by the Water Displacement Method

D653-26a

Standard Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained Fluids (Includes all amendments and changes 6/15/2026).