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University of Negros Occidental - Recoletos: CETEST 44P (E42)

This document summarizes the results of an experiment performing sieve analysis on aggregate samples according to ASTM C-136. It presents the sieving procedure used to determine the particle size distribution of coarse and fine aggregates. Tables show the weight of material retained on each sieve size and calculations of fineness modulus, cumulative percentages, and percent error. The conclusion states that the aggregate sample failed grading requirements for various applications but would be best suited for embankment based on its particle size distribution.

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University of Negros Occidental - Recoletos: CETEST 44P (E42)

This document summarizes the results of an experiment performing sieve analysis on aggregate samples according to ASTM C-136. It presents the sieving procedure used to determine the particle size distribution of coarse and fine aggregates. Tables show the weight of material retained on each sieve size and calculations of fineness modulus, cumulative percentages, and percent error. The conclusion states that the aggregate sample failed grading requirements for various applications but would be best suited for embankment based on its particle size distribution.

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University of Negros Occidental Recoletos

College of Engineering

CETEST 44P (E42)


Experiment No. 1

Sieve Analysis of Aggregates


ASTM C-136

Submitted by:

Alarcon, Mary Elsalyn


Chua, Dan Albert
Dequia, Kimbirle Mae
Estilles, Zaldwen
Famoso, Alfred Justin
Jongoy, Joebert
Maalihan, Anthony Jr
Submitted to:

Engr. Bevelyn Grace P. Alson

Course & Year:


BSCE IV
Group Number: 3
Date of Test:July 2, 2015
Date of Report: July 30, 2015

Title: Sieve Analysis of Aggregates

Objectives: To determine the particle size distribution of fine and coarse aggregate by dry sieving.

Apparatus:
Balances or scales with a minimum accuracy of 0.5 g for coarse aggregate or 0.1g for fine
aggregate
Sieves
Shovel
Pan

Procedures:
Dry the aggregate test sample to a constant weight at a temperature of 110 5 C, then cool to
room temperature.
Select suitable sieve sizes to furnish the information required by the specifications covering the
material to be tested. Common sieves in millimeters are 37.5 mm, 25 mm, 19 mm, 12.5 mm, 9.5
mm, 4.75 mm, 3.35 mm, 2.36 mm, 2 mm, 1.18 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.425 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.180 mm,
0.15 mm, and 0.075 mm (1 1/2 in., 1 in., 3/4 in., in., 3/8 in., No. 4, No.6, No. 8, No. 10, No.
16, No. 30, No. 40, No. 50, No. 80, No. 100, and No. 200).
Nest the sieves in order of decreasing size of opening, and place the aggregate sample on the
top sieve.
Agitate the sieves by hand or by mechanical apparatus for a sufficient period. The criterion for
sieving time is that, after completion, not more than 1% of the residue on any individual sieve
will pass that sieve during 1 minute of continuous hand sieving.
Determine the weight of each size increment.
The total weight of the material after sieving should be compared with the original weight of the
sample placed on the sieves. If the amounts differ by more than 0.3%, based on the original dry
sample weight, the results should not be used for acceptance purposes.

Data & Tabulation:

Sieve Size

Amount
Retained, g (a)

Table 1.1
Cumulative
Amount
Retained, g (b)

37.5mm
(1 )
25 mm
(1 in.)
19 mm
(3/4 in.)
12.5 mm
(1/2 in.)
9.5 mm
(3/8 in.)
4.75 mm
(No. 4)
3.35 mm
(No.6)
2.36 mm
(No. 8)
2.00 mm
(No.10)
1.18 mm
(No.16)
0.60 mm
(No.30)
0.425 mm
(No.40)
0.30 mm
(No.50)
0.180 mm
(No.80)
0.15 mm
(No.100)
0.075 mm
(No.200)
Pan

100

144

144

98

860

1004

13

87

1670

2674

36

64

871

3545

47

53

783

4328

58

42

225

4553

61

39

84

4637

62

38

252

4889

65

35

467

5356

71

29

710

6066

81

19

281

6347

85

15

300

6647

86

14

364

7011

93

123

7134

94.99

5.01

227

7361

98.06

1.94

149

7510

100

Weight of pan = 2650 g


Weight of pan with aggregates = 10180 g

Cumulative
Percent
Retained
( b ) x 100
( c )=
total

Percent Passing
(d) =100 - (c)

Weight of aggregates with plastic bag = 10180 2650 = 7530 g


Weight of plastic bag = 3 g
Weight of aggregates without plastic bag = 7510 g

Computations:
For Table 1.1
Let a = amount retained
b = cumulative amount retained
b = a + previous cumulative amount retained
c = cumulative percent retained
( b ) x 100
( c )=
total
d = percent passing
d= 100 c
Fineness Modulus (FM)
13+ 47+58+ 62+71+ 81+ 86+94.99
FM=
100
= 5.13
Percent error (% error)
% error =
weight of aggregates with plastic bagweight of aggregates without plastic bag
x 100
weight of aggregates with plastic bag
=

75307510
x 100
7530

= 0.27%
Conclusion
Sieve analysis on aggregates is essential in determining the aggregate particle size distribution
in an unknown sample. In such a way, we can determine how much is course and how much is fine
in its composition. We can also determine its grading and fineness modulus. These properties of
sample 'x' obtained from Sieve Analysis are necessary in designing the right concrete mix later on.
Based on the DPWH Standards, the sample failed to meet the Grading Requirements of
Subbase Course because the 25 mm sieve ranges only from 55-85 and it got 87. On Aggregate Base
Course, sample 'x' neither falls on Grading A nor Grading B. On Crushed Aggregate Base Course, it
also doesn't fall on Grading A nor Grading B. And lastly, on Aggregate Surface Course, it also
failed to fall on all Gradings A,B,C & D. The sample is best suited for Embankment.

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