ACI 408.3R-09 PDF Download

ACI 408.3R-09 is a guide that provides recommended requirements for determining the tension development and splice lengths of high relative rib area reinforcing bars, which are not currently being produced commercially in the United States. This guide can be incorporated into legal documents for projects where such requirements are applicable. However, it is important to note that this guide is not an ACI standard and should not be adopted by reference into legal documents.

The guide is written in mandatory language in order to assist users in incorporating the information into legal documents. Additionally, a commentary section is provided alongside the mandatory language portion, denoted by the letter "R" followed by a specific number. The commentary provides additional information and clarification on the mandatory provisions.