ASTM C452 : 95

Standard Test Method for Potential Expansion of Portland-Cement Mortars Exposed to Sulfate

Standard Details

1.1 This test method, which is applicable only to portland cements, covers the determination of the expansion of mortar bars made from a mixture of portland cement and gypsum in such proportions that the mixture has a sulfur trioxide (SO ) content of 7.0 mass%.

1.2 The values stated in SI (Practice E380) units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.