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Materials Engineering and Testing Services - California Test Methods

TEST NO.
TITLE OF TEST METHOD
Contact
106
June 2008
Definitions of Terms Relating to Specific Gravity
106
June 1998
Definitions of Terms Relating to Specific Gravity

 

109
May 1, 2004
Method of Testing of Material Production Plants
109
Mar 1, 2000
Method for Testing of Weighing and Measuring Devices

 

110
July 1, 2007
Method of Calibration of Compaction Test Equipment
110
Dec 1, 1995
Method of Calibration of Compaction Test Equipment
 

111
Nov 1, 2006

Developing Density and Moisture Calibration Tables for the Nuclear Gauge Contact
111
Dec 1, 2002
Developing Density and Moisture Calibration Tables for the Nuclear Gauge Contact
111
Feb 1, 2000
Developing Density and Moisture Calibration Tables for the Nuclear Gauge Contact

125
Jul 1, 2002
Sampling Highway Materials and Products Used in the Roadway Structural Sections Contact
125
Apr 1, 2000
Sampling Highway Materials and Products Used in the Roadway Structural Sections Contact
 
201
June 2008
Method of Soil Aggregate sample Preparation
201
Sept 1998

Method of Soil Aggregate sample Preparation

 

202
June 2008
Method of Test for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
202
Jan 2000
Method of Test for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates

204
June 2008
Method of Tests for Plasticity Index of Soils
204
July 1998
Method of Tests for Plasticity Index of Soils

205
June 2007
Method for Determining Precentage Crushed Particles
205
July 2006
Method for Determining Precentage Crushed Particles
205
Dec 1995
Method for Determining Precentage Crushed Particles

206
June 2008
Method of Test for Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
206
Sept 1998
Method of Test for Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate

211
June 2008
Method of Test for Abrasion of Coarse Aggregate by use of the
Los Angeles Rattler Machine
211
Dec 1995
Method of Test for Abrasion of Coarse Aggregate by use of the
Los Angeles Rattler Machine

 

212
June 2008
Method of Test for Unit Weight of Aggregate
212
March 2000
Method of Test for Unit Weight of Aggregate

213
June 2008
Method of Test for Organic Impurities In Concrete Sand
213
Nov 1999
Method of Test for Organic Impurities In Concrete Sand

214
June 2008

Method of Test for the Soundness of Aggregates by use of
Sodium Sulfate

214
Dec 1995
Method of Test for the Soundness of Aggregates by use of
Sodium Sulfate

216
Oct 1, 2006
Method of Test for Relative Compaction of Untreated and Treated Soils and Aggregates

216
Feb 1, 2000

Method of Test for Relative Compaction of Untreated and Treated Soils and Aggregates
 
217
June 2008
Method of Test for Sand Equivalent
217
Nov 1999
Method of Test for Sand Equivalent

231
Apr 1, 2001
Relative Compaction of Untreated/Treated Soils and Aggregates (Area Concept Utilizing Nuclear Gauges) Contact
231
Apr 1, 2000
Relative Compaction of Untreated/Treated Soils and Aggregates (Area Concept Utilizing Nuclear Gauges) Contact

302
Apr 1, 2002
Method of Test for Film Stripping Contact
302
Dec 1, 1999
Method of Test for Film Stripping Contact

309
Jun 1, 2004
Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and Density of Bituminous Paving Mixtures Contact
309
Apr 1, 2002
Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and Density of Bituminous Paving Mixtures Contact

356
Jun 1, 2004
Determining Pavement Rehabilitation Requirements Contact

359
Aug 1, 2003
Method of Test to Estimate the Modulus of Reaction of Existing Asphalt Concrete Pavement from Pavement Deflection Contact
359
Nov 1, 1999
Predicting K-Values of Existing Asphalt Concrete Roadways from Pavement Deflection Measurements Contact

368
Aug 1, 2003
Determining Optimum Bitumen Content (OBC) for Open Graded Asphalt Concrete Contact
368
Jan 1, 2003
Determining Optimum Bitumen Content (OBC) for Open Graded Asphalt Concrete Contact
368
Jan 1, 2000
Determining Optimum Bitumen Content (OBC) for Open Graded Asphalt Concrete Contact

370
Sep 1, 2002
Determining Moisture Content of Asphalt Mixtures or Mineral Aggregate Using Microwave Ovens Contact
370
Jan 1, 2000
Determining Moisture Content of Asphalt Mixtures or Mineral Aggregate Using Microwave Ovens Contact

371
Jan 1, 2005
Resistance of Compacted Bituminous Mixture to Moisture Induced Damage Contact
371
Jan 1, 2003
Resistance of Compacted Bituminous Mixture to Moisture Induced Damage Contact

375
May 1, 2004
Determining the In-Place Density and Relative Compaction of AC Pavement Contact
375
Jan 1, 2003
Determining the In-Place Density and Relative Compaction of AC Pavement Contact
375
Mar 1, 1998
Determining the In-Place Density and Relative Compaction of AC Pavement Contact

382
Aug 1, 2003
Determination of Asphalt Content of Bituminous Mixtures by the Ignition Method Contact
382
Aug 1, 2001
Determination of Asphalt Content of Bituminous Mixtures by the Ignition Method Contact
382
Jun 1, 2001
Determination of Asphalt Content of Bituminous Mixtures by the Ignition Method Contact
382
Dec 1, 1999
Determination of Asphalt Content of Bituminous Mixtures by the Ignition Method Contact

401
Nov 1, 2006
Method of Test for Latex Concentration in Asphalt Emulsions Contact
401
Jun 1, 1998
Method of Test for Latex Concentration in Asphalt Emulsions Contact

402
Nov 1, 2006

Methods for Testing Paints and other Materials

402
Jul 1, 1998

Methods for Testing Paints and other Materials
 

403
Nov 1, 2006

Method of Testing Cement Treated Base and Concrete for Calcium Oxide
403
Jul 1, 1998
Method of Testing Cement Treated Base and Concrete for Calcium Oxide

404
Jan 1, 2007
Chemical Analysis of Portland Cement

404
Aug 1, 1998

Chemical Analysis of Portland Cement

405
Jan 1, 2007

Chemical Analysis of Water

405
Dec 1, 1995

Chemical Analysis of Water

415
Jan 1, 2007

Determining the Chloride Content in Organic Additives for Portland Cement Concrete
415
Dec 1, 1995
Determining the Chloride Content in Organic Additives for Portland Cement Concrete

416
Jan 1, 2007

Comparisons of Additives for Portland Cement Concrete
416
Jan 1, 1999
Comparisons of Additives for Portland Cement Concrete

417
Nov 1, 2006
Method of Testing Soils and Waters for Sulfate Content Contact
417
Mar 1, 1999
Method of Testing Soils and Waters for Sulfate Content Contact
 

421
Nov 1, 2006

Method for Determination of Pigments and Extenders in Paints and Coatings
421
Apr 1, 2000
Method for Determination of Pigments and Extenders in Paints and Coatings
 
422
Nov 1, 2006
Method of Testing Soils and Waters for Chloride Content

422
Apr 1, 2000

Method of Testing Soils and Waters for Chloride Content
 

423
Dec 1, 2006

Method for Testing Thermoplastic Traffic Line Material

423
May 1, 1998

Method for Testing Thermoplastic Traffic Line Material
 
434
Nov 1, 2006
Method for Testing Epoxy Resin Adhesives, Binders and Sealants

434
Mar 1, 2001

Method for Testing Epoxy Resin Adhesives, Binders and Sealants

434
May 1, 1998

Method for Testing Epoxy Resin Adhesives, Binders and Sealants

438
Dec 1, 2006

Method for Determination of Rheological Properties of Chemical Adhesives Using a Dynamic Shear Rheometer
438
Jan 1, 2002
Method for Determination of Rheological Properties of Chemical Adhesives Using a Dynamic Shear Rheometer Contact
438
Jan 1, 2001
Method for Determination of Rheological Properties of Chemical Adhesives Using a Dynamic Shear Rheometer Contact

521
Feb 1, 2001
Compressive Strength of Molded Concrete Cylinders Contact
Note:
ASTM C39, which was previously specified for this test, has been superceded and should not be used for routine quality assurance testing. California Test Method 521 should be used instead. A Contract Change Order may be needed to implement this change for an on-going contract.  

526
Apr 1, 2002
Operation of California Profilograph and Evaluation of Profiles Contact
526
Jan 1, 2000
Operation of California Profilograph and Evaluation of Profiles Contact

534
Nov 1, 2006
Method of Test for Water Retention Efficiency of Liquid Membrane-Forming Concrete Curing Compounds
534
Dec 1, 1995
Method of Test for Water Retention Efficiency of Liquid Membrane-Forming Concrete Curing Compounds

539
Feb 1, 2001
Sampling Fresh Concrete Contact
Note:
ASTM C172, which was previously specified for this test, has been superceded and should not be used for routine quality assurance testing. California Test Method 539 should be used instead. A Contract Change Order may be needed to implement this change for an on-going contract.  

 540
Nov 1, 2005
Making, Handling, and Storing Concrete Compressive Test Specimens in the Field Contact
540
Jul 1, 2001
Making, Handling, and Storing Concrete Compressive Test Specimens in the Field Contact
540
Oct 1, 1999
Making, Handling, and Storing Concrete Compressive Test Specimens in the Field Contact

543
Jul 1, 2001
Determining Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method Contact
Note:
ASTM C173, which was previously specified for this test, has been superceded and should not be used for routine quality assurance testing. California Test Method 543 should be used instead. A Contract Change Order may be needed to implement this change for an on-going contract.  

548
Mar 1, 2002
Evaluation of Aggregate for Lean Concrete Base (LCB) Contact
548
Mar 1, 2000
Evaluation of Aggregate for Lean Concrete Base (LCB) Contact


642
Nov 1, 2006

Method of Test for Coefficient of Retro-Reflection of Retro-Reflective Sheeting for Highway Signs
642
Dec 1, 1995
Method of Test for Coefficient of Retro-Reflection of Retro-Reflective Sheeting for Highway Signs
 

643
Jun 1, 2007

Determining Field and Laboratory Resistivity and pH Measurements for Soil and Water
643
Nov 1, 1999
Estimating the Service Life of Metal Culverts
 

669
Nov 1, 2006

Non-Reflective and Reflective Pavement Markers Contact
669
Jan 1, 2003
Non-Reflective and Reflective Pavement Markers Contact
669
Aug 1, 2002
Non-Reflective and Reflective Pavement Markers Contact
669
Jul 1, 1998
Non-Reflective and Reflective Pavement Markers Contact

670
Sep 1, 2004
Method of Tests for Mechanical and Welded Reinforcing Steel Splices Contact
670
May 1, 2004
Method of Tests for Mechanical and Welded Reinforcing Steel Splices Contact

670
Oct 1, 1999

Method of Tests for Steel Reinforcing Bar Butt Splices Contact

674
Oct 1, 1997
Method for Testing Fence Posts and Braces
674
Sept 1, 2005
Method for Testing Fence Posts and Braces

681
Aug 1, 2001
Testing Creep Performance of Concrete Anchorage Devices Contact
681
Oct 1, 1999
Testing Creep Performance of Concrete Anchorage Devices Contact

682
Aug 1, 2001
Determining Ultimate Tensile Strength of Cast-In-Place Concrete Inserts Contact
682
Oct 1, 1999
Determining Ultimate Tensile Strength of Cast-In-Place Concrete Inserts

683
Aug 1, 2001

Testing Deflection and Bending Strength of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Poles
683
Oct 1, 1999
Testing Deflection and Bending Strength of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Poles
 
684
Nov 1, 2006
Method of Test for Anti-Grafitti Materials on Retroreflective Sheeting for Highway Signs
684
Aug 1, 2002
Method of Test for Anti-Grafitti Materials on Retroreflective Sheeting for Highway Signs
685
Dec 1, 2002
Method for Hoiday Detection in Epoxy-Coated Reinforcing Steel
685
Feb 1, 2008
Method for Hoiday Detection in Epoxy-Coated Reinforcing Steel
686
Dec 1, 2002
Method for Evaluating Bend Test Results of Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coatings on ASTM Desination: A934/A 934/M Steel Reinforcement
686
Feb 1, 2008
Method for Evaluating Bend Test Results of Fusion-Bonded Epoxy Coatings on ASTM Desination: A934/A 934/M Steel Reinforcement
687
Aug 1, 2003
Method of Tests for Measuring Epoxy Coating Thickness on Steel Reinforcing Bars, Wire Mesh, and Dowel Bars using Type 2 Test Instruments
687
Feb 1, 2008
Method of Tests for Measuring Epoxy Coating Thickness on Steel Reinforcing Bars, Wire Mesh, and Dowel Bars using Type 2 Test Instruments



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