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EXPERIMENT NO. 10
SIEVE ANALYSIS OF AGGREGATES
INTRODUCTION:
This test method covers the determination of the particle size distribution of fine and coarse aggregates
by sieving. A weighed sample of dry aggregate is separated through a series of sieves of progressively smaller
openings for determination of particle size distribution.
Maximum Size (of aggregate) - in specifications for, or description of aggregate, the smallest sieve
opening through which the entire amount of aggregate is required to pass.
Nominal Maximum Size (of aggregate) - in specifications for, or description of aggregate, the smallest
sieve opening through which the entire amount of the aggregate is permitted to pass.
OBJECTIVE:
This experiment aims to determine the particle size distribution of fine and coarse aggregates by sieving.
SPECIMEN:
Fine Aggregate (<No. 4 sieve) - 300 g (oven dried)
Coarse Aggregate (>No. 4 sieve) - 5 kg (oven dried)
PROCEDURE:
1. Dry sample to constant weight at a temperature of 110 +/- 5 C (230 +/- F).
2. Select suitable sieve sizes to obtain the required information as specified.
3. Nest the sieves in order of decreasing size of opening from the top to bottom. Place the pan below
the bottom sieve. Place the sample on the top sieve. Place lid over top sieve.
4. Agitate the sieves by hand or by mechanical apparatus for a sufficient period such that not more than
1% by weight of the residue on any individual sieve will pass that sieve during 1 minute of additional
hand sieving. Ten minutes of original sieving will usually accomplish these criteria.
5. Determine the weight of material retained on each sieve. The total retained weights should closely
match the original weight of the sample (within 0.3%).
CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. After obtaining the necessary data, place the used aggregates in an assigned container.
2. Clean the apparatus and supplies with soap and water.
3. Dry the apparatus and supplies thoroughly before returning them.
EXPERIMENT NO. 10
SIEVE ANALYSIS OF AGGREGATES
1 1
¾ ¾
½ ½
3/8 3/8
4 0.187
PAN ---
4 0.187
8 0.464
16 0.0469
30 0.0234
60 0.0098
100 0.0059
200 0.0029
PAN ---