ASTM C295 Test for Petrographic Inspection of Concrete Aggregates

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of ASTM C295 testing. This standard outlines procedures for petrographic examination of samples representative of materials recommended for use as aggregates in cementitious mixtures or as raw materials for use in the manufacture of such aggregates.

This guide outlines which petrographic techniques should be used, the selection of properties to look for, and how these techniques can be used to examine aggregate samples for concrete.

Descriptive Nomenclature The rock and mineral names given in C 294 should be used as appropriate in reports prepared according to this guideline.

Values ​​stated in SI units will be accepted as standard. The values ​​in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units, which are not considered standard and are provided for informational purposes only.

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

This international standard has been developed in accordance with the internationally accepted principles of standardization set out in the Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guidelines and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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