Product Code: R042
Category: AGGREGATE
Sub-Category: CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
- The Aggregate Soundness Test Set is used to evaluate the resistance of aggregates to weathering by simulating the effects of freeze-thaw cycles through repeated immersion in magnesium or sodium sulfate solutions, followed by oven drying.
- This test is critical for determining the suitability of aggregates for use in concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials, particularly in environments subject to severe weather conditions.
- The testing procedure involves immersing aggregate samples in a saturated sulfate solution for a specified period, drying them to induce salt crystallization within the pores, and repeating this cycle multiple times to assess durability.
- The apparatus includes a corrosion-resistant density basket, a hydrometer for monitoring solution concentration, and a sealed container to maintain solution integrity throughout the testing cycles.
- Optional accessories that should be ordered separately, such as a water bath, are available to regulate solution temperature, ensuring consistent and accurate test conditions in compliance with international standards.
STANDARDS
ASTM C88 • EN 1367-2 • AASHTO T104
SET
- Density Basket: Ø 120 mm x 160 mm, mesh opening 3.35 mm
- Hydrometer Range: 1.200–1.300 g/mL
- Solution Container: Sealed with lid, suitable for sulfate solutions
ORDERING INFORMATION
| Item Name | Item Code |
| AGGREGATE SOUNDNESS TEST SET | R042X00AH |
Keywords: Aggregate soundness test, magnesium sulfate test, sodium sulfate test, ASTM C88, AASHTO T104, EN 1367-2, aggregate durability testing, freeze-thaw simulation, construction material testing, ALFA R042
