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Methods of testing cement -- Standard sand for concrete cubes
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BSI BS 4550-5:1978

Methods of testing cement -- Standard sand for concrete cubes

PUBLISH DATE 1978
PAGES 6
BSI BS 4550-5:1978

STANDARD SAND FOR CONCRETE CUB

Source of Sand: Sand is mainly obtained from river beds, pits, and quarries. It can also be sourced from sea beaches and deserts, though these may require washing to remove salts and impurities.

Preparation of Sand: Before using sand in concrete, it is cleaned and screened to remove dust, clay, organic matter, and other impurities. It may be washed and dried to ensure it meets the required specifications for concrete mix.

Properties of Sand: The sand used should be hard, strong, and durable. It should have proper gradation, free from harmful substances, and have good particle shape and texture to ensure strong bonding with cement paste. The sand should be free from silt, clay, and organic material to prevent weakening of concrete.

Using sand along with a standard coarse aggregate in concrete cubes ensures proper workability, strength, and durability of the final product.

SDO BSI: British Standards Institution
Document Number 4550-5
Publication Date June 30, 1978
Language en - English
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Committee B/516
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