Aggregate Crushing Value

Aggregate Crushing Value

The Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) Apparatus is a standard testing device used in civil engineering and materials science to evaluate the resistance of coarse aggregates to crushing under a gradually applied compressive load. This test helps determine the suitability of aggregates for use in concrete, asphalt, and road construction by providing a relative measure of their strength and durability. Aggregates with a lower crushing value indicate better quality for load-bearing applications

Standard Following

  • IS 2386 (Part IV) 
  • ASTM equivalents
  • BS 812 or IS 9376 1979.

It’s two type available Big size and Small size.

Discription

 

MODEL

COMPONENT

DETAIL

BE 50-1-A

Cylindrical Cell

150 ± 0.5 mm ID x 130 to

140 mm height

BE 50-1-B

Plunger

148 ± 0.5 mm dia x 100 to

115 mm height

BE 50-1-C

Base Plate

200 to 230 mm square x 6 mm thickness

BE 50-1-D

Tamping rod

16 mm dia x 450 to 600 mm length

BE 50-1-E

Metal measure

110 ± 0.5 mm ID x 180 ± 0.5mm height

SMALL SIZE CRUSHING VALUE

BE 50-2-A

Cylindrical Cell

75 mm Height: ~90-100 mm

BE 50-2-B

Plunger

Diameter: ~73 mm (to fit cylinder snugly) Height: ~70-90 mm

BE 50-2-C

Base Plate

Diameter: 75-100 mm Thickness: 10-15 mm

BE 50-2-D

Tamping rod

Diameter: 8 mm Length: 300 mm Rounded ends

BE 50-2-E

Metal measure

Diameter: 57 mm Depth/Height: 90 mm