Flakiness Gauge

Order Code: 20214337.24

Category: General Lab Equipment II

Used to determine the percentage of particles in a coarse aggregate material that have a thickness (smallest dimension) of less than one-half of the nominal size. Particle is flaky when its thickness (smallest dimension) is less than 0.6 of the ...



SPECIFICATION

  • Used to determine the percentage of particles in a coarse aggregate material that have a thickness (smallest dimension) of less than one-half of the nominal size.
    Particle is flaky when its thickness (smallest dimension) is less than 0.6 of the mid-
  • Aggregates which are flaky and/or elongated will often lower the workability of a concrete mix and may also affect long term durability.
  • In bituminous mixtures, flaky aggregate makes for a harsh mix and may also crack and break up during compaction by rolling.

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