ASTM C188-17 PDF

Scope: 4.1 This test method provides a procedure for the determination of density of hydraulic cement samples using non-instrumental techniques.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the density of hydraulic cement. Its particular usefulness is in connection with the design and control of concrete mixtures.

1.2 The density of hydraulic cement is defined as the mass of a unit volume of the solids.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.4 Warning—Fresh hydraulic cementitious mixtures are caustic and may cause chemical burns to skin and tissue upon prolonged exposure.2

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

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM C188-17 Referenced Document

ASTM C114 Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Hydraulic Cement
ASTM C125 Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates
ASTM C219 Standard Terminology Relating to Hydraulic and Other Inorganic Cements
ASTM C604 Standard Test Method for True Specific Gravity of Refractory Materials by Gas-Comparison Pycnometer
ASTM C670 Standard Practice for Preparing Precision and Bias Statements for Test Methods for Construction Materials
ASTM D2638 Standard Test Method for Real Density of Calcined Petroleum Coke by Helium Pycnometer