This specification covers all classes of quicklime such as crushed lime, granular lime, ground lime, lump lime, pebble lime, and pulverized lime, used for structural purposes. The quicklime shall conform to the chemical composition requirements specified. Quicklime shall be slaked and aged in accordance with printed directions of the manufacturer. The resulting lime putty shall be stored until cool. Test methods shall be performed for the chemical requirements, plasticity and residue requirements.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers all classes of quicklime such as crushed lime, granular lime, ground lime, lump lime, pebble lime, and pulverized lime, used for structural purposes.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

C25 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Limestone, Quicklime, and Hydrated Lime

C50 Practice for Sampling, Sample Preparation, Packaging, and Marking of Lime and Limestone Products

C51 Terminology Relating to Lime and Limestone (as used by the Industry)

C110 Test Methods for Physical Testing of Quicklime, Hydrated Lime, and Limestone

C1489 Specification for Lime Putty for Structural Purposes

E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves

Keywords

building (structural); calcium oxide; dolomitic lime; high calcium lime; lime putty; magnesium oxide; plasticity; quicklime; residue; slaking; Crushed lime; Granular lime; Lump lime; Pebble lime; Pulverized lime; Quicklime--specifications; Structural building materials/applications--specifications; Structural lime--specifications ;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.100.10 (Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar)

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