Abstract 

Describes the reference procedure. The setting time is determined by observing the penetration of a needle into cement paste of standard consistence until it reaches a specified value. The soundness is determined by observing the volume expansion of cement paste of standard consistence as indicated by the relative movement of two needles.


General information

  • Status :  Withdrawn
    Publication date : 1989-08
  • Edition : 1
    Number of pages : 6
  • Technical Committee
    :
    ISO/TC 74
    Cement and lime
  • ICS :
    91.100.10
    Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar

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