prEN 12350-9
(Main)Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self-compacting concrete - V-funnel test
Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self-compacting concrete - V-funnel test
The document specifies the procedure for determining the V-funnel flow time for selfcompacting concrete. The test is not suitable when the maximum size of the aggregate exceeds 20 mm.
Prüfung von Frischbeton - Teil 9: Selbstverdichtender Beton - Auslauftrichterversuch
Essai pour béton frais - Partie 9: Béton auto-plaçant - Essai d’écoulement à l’entonnoir en V
Preskušanje svežega betona - 9. del: Samozgoščevalni beton - Preskus z V-lijakom
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 104 - Concrete ( performance, production, placing and compliance criteria )
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 104/SC 1 - Revision of ENV 206
- Current Stage
- 4098 - Decision to abandon - Enquiry
- Start Date
- 07-Aug-2009
- Completion Date
- 07-Aug-2009
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Overview
prEN 12350-9 - Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self‑compacting concrete (SCC) - V‑funnel test is a CEN draft standard that specifies the procedure for measuring the V‑funnel flow time of fresh self‑compacting concrete. The V‑funnel test assesses SCC viscosity and filling ability, providing a simple, repeatable indicator of how the mix will flow into formwork and around reinforcement without vibration. The test is not suitable when the maximum aggregate size exceeds 20 mm.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Principle: Fill a V‑shaped metallic funnel with SCC and measure the time for concrete to flow through the funnel into a container (the V‑funnel flow time).
- Apparatus
- V‑funnel made to standard internal dimensions (see figure in standard), with a quick‑release watertight hinged or sliding gate.
- Container with volume ≥ 12 L to collect the sample.
- Stopwatch with 0.1 s resolution.
- Straight edge for striking off the sample flush with the top of the funnel.
- Sample size: Minimum 12 L, obtained per EN 12350‑1 (sampling).
- Procedure
- Clean and dampen the funnel and gate.
- Close gate, pour sample without agitation, strike off level.
- Wait (10 ± 2) s after filling, open gate quickly and time until it is possible to see vertically through the funnel into the container (V‑funnel flow time t_v).
- Record time to 0.1 s (report to nearest 0.5 s as required).
- Reporting requirements: Identification, location, date/time, V‑funnel flow time, concrete age, deviations from method, and a technical declaration. Temperature and other optional data may be included.
- Precision: Repeatability and reproducibility were evaluated in an inter‑laboratory study; r and R values are provided for representative t_v values (e.g., r = 0.4–4.4 s, R = 0.6–6.6 s across typical flow times).
Applications and users
- Practical use: Rapid field and laboratory assessment of SCC filling ability and viscosity during mix development, quality control, and site acceptance.
- Typical users:
- Concrete technologists and mix designers
- Construction quality control engineers
- Precast and ready‑mix producers
- Testing laboratories and research institutions
- Contractors specifying or verifying SCC performance
Related standards
- EN 12350 series (Testing fresh concrete): Part 1 (Sampling), Part 8 (SCC - Slump‑flow), Part 10 (L‑box), Part 11 (Sieve segregation), Part 12 (J‑ring), etc.
- ISO 5725 (precision of test methods) referenced for repeatability/reproducibility evaluation.
Keywords: prEN 12350-9, V‑funnel test, self‑compacting concrete, SCC, V‑funnel flow time, testing fresh concrete, filling ability, viscosity, workability, concrete quality control.
Frequently Asked Questions
prEN 12350-9 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self-compacting concrete - V-funnel test". This standard covers: The document specifies the procedure for determining the V-funnel flow time for selfcompacting concrete. The test is not suitable when the maximum size of the aggregate exceeds 20 mm.
The document specifies the procedure for determining the V-funnel flow time for selfcompacting concrete. The test is not suitable when the maximum size of the aggregate exceeds 20 mm.
prEN 12350-9 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.30 - Concrete and concrete products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
prEN 12350-9 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-januar-2008
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Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self-compacting concrete - V-funnel test
Prüfung von Frischbeton - Teil 9: Selbstverdichtender Beton - Auslauftrichterversuch
Essai pour béton frais - Partie 9: Béton auto-plaçant - Essai d’écoulement a l’entonnoir
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Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 12350-9
ICS:
91.100.30
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
DRAFT
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
November 2007
ICS 91.100.30
English Version
Testing fresh concrete - Part 9: Self-compacting concrete - V-
funnel test
Essai pour béton frais - Partie 9: Béton auto-plaçant - Essai Prüfung von Frischbeton - Teil 9: Selbstverdichtender
d'écoulement à l'entonnoir en V Beton - Auslauftrichterversuch
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If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
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Contents Page
Foreword.3
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Principle.4
4 Apparatus .4
4.1 V-funnel.4
4.2 Container .4
4.3 Stop watch.4
4.4 Straight edge.4
5 Test sample .5
6 Procedure .5
7 Test report .5
8 Precision.6
Foreword
This document (prEN 12350-9:2007) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 104 “Concrete and
related products”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This standard is based on the results from the EU-project “Testing-SCC” under the 5th Frame Programme
(GRD2-2000-30024/G6RD-CT-2001-00580).
Owing to its significant advantages in the improvement of construction quality and working environment, self-
compacting concrete (SCC) has been more widely accepted by the construction owners. The use of SCC in
practical concrete construction is stably increasing. Since SCC has to give satisfactory in-situ properties
(perfect filling of the mould and embedment of the reinforcement, homogeneity and full compaction) without
vibration, the proper methods for testing the workability of fresh SCC are very important. The workability of
fresh SCC should basically include three key properties: filling ability, passing ability and resistance to
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