BS EN 196-3:2016 PDF Download

BS EN 196-3:2016 is a European standard that specifies the methods for determining the standard consistence, setting times, and soundness of cements. The standard applies to various types of common cements and other cements and materials that reference this method as their standard. However, it may not apply to cement types with very short initial setting times.

The purpose of this standard is to assess whether the setting time and soundness of a cement meet its specified requirements. The standard includes reference methods for testing, but it also allows for the use of alternative procedures and equipment as long as they have been calibrated against the reference methods. In case of any disputes, only the reference equipment and procedures are used.