This European Standard specifies the reference method, used for type testing and in case of dispute, for determining the water suction height of an aggregate in direct contact with a free water surface. For other purposes, in particular production control, other methods may be used, provided that an appropriate working relationship with the reference methods has been established. NOTE Capillary water uptake in an aggregate layer under the ground floor may cause moisture problems in the building. If the layer is thicker than the water suction height of the aggregate used, the layer is considered as a capillary barrier.
EN 1097-10:2014 Referenced Document
EN 1097-5:2008 Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 5: Determination of the water content by drying in a ventilated oven
EN 932-2:1999 Tests for general properties of aggregates - Part 2: Methods for reducing laboratory samples
EN 932-5:2012 Tests for general properties of aggregates - Part 5: Common equipment and calibration (Incorporating corrigendum May 2014)
EN 1097-10:2014 history
2014EN 1097-10:2014 Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 10: Determination of water suction height
2002EN 1097-10:2002 Tests for Mechanical and Physical Properties of Aggregates - Part 10: Determination of Water Suction Height