EN 196-3:2005/prA1
(Amendment)Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness
Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness
Prüfverfahren für Zement - Teil 3: Bestimmung der Erstarrungszeiten und der Raumbeständigkeit
Méthodes d'essais des ciments - Partie 3: Détermination du temps de prise et de la stabilité
Metode preskušanja cementa - 3. del: Določanje časa vezanja in prostorninske obstojnosti
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 51 - Cement and building limes
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 51/WG 15 - Revision of methods of testing cement
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 22-Sep-2008
- Due Date
- 04-Jul-2008
- Completion Date
- 22-Sep-2008
Relations
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
- Amends
EN 196-3:2005 - Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness - Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 196-3:2005/prA1 is a European standard developed by CEN/TC 51 that specifies methods for testing cement, focusing particularly on the determination of setting times and soundness. This amendment, known as Amendment A1:2007, introduces an alternative method to test the setting times of slow-setting cements, enhancing the original 2005 standard without altering its main content. The standard supports ensuring cement quality through consistent and reliable testing procedures, critical to construction and materials engineering.
Key Topics
Setting Times Determination
The standard outlines precise procedures to measure the initial and final setting times of cement. It describes:- Use of the Vicat apparatus to test penetration resistance.
- Calibration and handling protocols for accurate readings.
Alternative Method for Slow-Setting Cements
Amendment A1 introduces a controlled environment testing option to accommodate slow-setting cements. Key highlights include:- Testing in a humidity cabinet with controlled temperature (20 ± 1 °C) and relative humidity (>90%).
- Specific penetration measurement criteria to determine initial and final setting times.
Soundness Testing
Though not detailed in this amendment, soundness assessment ensures that the cement does not expand excessively after setting, which could lead to structural defects.Environmental and Laboratory Conditions
Strict conditions for specimen storage and testing environments are prescribed to maintain test consistency across laboratories.
Applications
Quality Control in Cement Production
Manufacturers use these standardized methods to validate cement performance, especially for cements classified as slow-setting, ensuring compliance with specifications.Construction Material Certification
Laboratories and certifying bodies apply these methods to assess new cement batches, contributing to building safety and durability.Research and Development
The alternative testing method enables research applications involving novel or modified cement formulations that exhibit atypical setting behaviors.International and National Standard Harmonization
As the amendment is adopted by European and national bodies, it aids harmonizing testing procedures, facilitating trade and regulatory compliance.
Related Standards
EN 196 Series
The overall EN 196 series covers fundamental test methods for cement, including chemical and physical properties beyond setting time and soundness.EN 197 Series
Defines requirements for common cement types, specifying the use of EN 196 methods to verify quality.ISO 679
Internationally recognized method detailing determination of setting times and soundness, complementary to EN 196-3.CEN/TC 51 Standards
Additional CEN standards developed by the Technical Committee on cement and building limes provide a broader framework for cement testing and classification.
Keywords: EN 196-3:2005, cement testing methods, setting times determination, soundness of cement, slow-setting cement tests, CEN standards, Vicat apparatus, humidity cabinet testing, cement quality control, cement standard amendment, European cement testing
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 196-3:2005/prA1 is a amendment published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness". This standard covers: Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness
Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness
EN 196-3:2005/prA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.10 - Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 196-3:2005/prA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 196-3:2005+A1:2008, EN 196-3:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting times and soundness
Prüfverfahren für Zement - Teil 3: Bestimmung der Erstarrungszeiten und der
Raumbeständigkeit
Méthodes d'essais des ciments - Partie 3: Détermination du temps de prise et de la
stabilité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 196-3:2005/prA1
ICS:
91.100.10 Cement. Mavec. Apno. Malta Cement. Gypsum. Lime.
Mortar
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 196-3:2005
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
May 2008
ICS 91.100.10
English Version
Methods of testing cement - Part 3: Determination of setting
times and soundness
Méthodes d'essais des ciments - Partie 3: Détermination du Prüfverfahren für Zement - Teil 3: Bestimmung der
temps de prise et de la stabilité Erstarrungszeiten und der Raumbeständigkeit
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 51.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 196-3:2005. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same
status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Foreword
This document (EN 196-3:2005/prA1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 51
“Cement and building limes”, the secretariat of which is held by NBN.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure.
This Amendment extends EN 196-3:2005 to include an alternative method for testing the setting times
of slow setting cements. The remaining technical content of EN 196-3:2005 has not been changed.
The numbering of the clauses refers to EN 196-3:2005.
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