ASTM C1602/C1602M-18 PDF Download

ASTM C1602/C1602M-18 is a standard specification that outlines the requirements for mixing water used in the production of hydraulic cement concrete. The specification defines various sources of water, including batch water, ice, water added by truck operators, free moisture on aggregates, and water introduced through admixtures. It allows for the use of both potable and non-potable water in concrete mixing.

The standard provides performance requirements for mixing water, including compressive strength and time of set. It also specifies testing frequencies for qualifying individual or combined water sources. Density of water is monitored using a hydrometer.

Additionally, the specification offers optional chemical limits for combined mixing water. These limits include chloride, sulfate, alkalis, and total solids. The standard acknowledges that the purchaser's specifications may differ from those outlined in the document, in which case the purchaser's requirements should govern.

It's important to note that the standard does not cover methods of storage, transportation, or blending of water. It also does not address the development and maintenance of quality control programs managed by the manufacturer. The footnotes and notes provided in the document are for explanatory purposes and do not serve as requirements of the standard.