ASTM C5

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.

2. Referenced Documents

ASTM Standards
C110 Test Methods for Physical Testing of Quicklime, Hydrated Lime, and Limestone
C1489 Specification of Lime Putty for Structural Purposes
C25 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Limestone, Quicklime, and Hydrated Lime
C50 Practice for Sampling, Inspection, Packing, and Marking of Lime and Limestone Products
C51 Terminology Relating to Lime and Limestone (As Used by the Industry)
E11 Specification for Wire-Cloth Sieves for Testing Purposes

Index Terms

building (structural); calcium oxide; dolomitic lime; high calcium lime; lime putty; magnesium oxide; plasticity; quicklime; residue; slaking; ICS Number Code 91.100.10 (Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar)

Citing ASTM Standards

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