BS EN 1015-7:1999
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Methods of test for mortar for masonry – Determination of air content of fresh mortar
Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
BSI | 1999 | 8 |
This European Standard specifies two methods for determining the air content of fresh mortars including those containing mineral binders and both dense and lightweight aggregates.
Method A “The pressure method” and Method B “The alcohol method”.
For air content less than 20 %, method A is applicable. For air content of 20 % or more, method B is applicable.
Method using either applied air pressure or an alcohol-water mix to displace air from the pores.