Two methods of moulding and compaction are used in the various testing standards. The jolting table method is usually described as the reference method and a vibratory method is permitted as an alternative.

Mortar Sand

Graded pack for 3 prisms. 1350g pack.

Complies to EN 196-1, EN 196-9, BS 1881, ASTM C778 & ISO 679

Physical state: solid

SiO2: > 95 %

Form: crystallized

Form of grains: subangular - Color: white - Smell : odourless - pH: # 7

Specific temperature for changes in physical state:

Fusion temperature: 1610° C, boiling temperature: 2230°C

Decomposition temperature: none

Flash Point: not applicable

Mass volume: absolute: 2,63 g/m³ - apparent: 1,6 g/cm³

Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in hydro-fluoric acid

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39-1170

Three-gang Mould

For 40.1 x 40 x 160 mm mortar prisms. This mould is manufactured to a very high specification. Supplied with glass plate.

Complies to EN 196-1, ISO 679, EN 413-2, EN 459-2, EN 13454-2.

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39-1100

Feeding Hopper

For 39-1100 Mould.

Complies to EN 196-1, ISO 679, EN 413-2, EN 459-2, EN 13454-2

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39-1120

Scraper

Double-ended, used for spreading and levelling mortar in mould.

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39-1130