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The document outlines the procedure for determining the Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) of coarse aggregates, which indicates their strength for road construction. The test involves measuring the resistance of aggregates to crushing under a load, with acceptable values being below 30%. The average ACV obtained from trials was 22.75%, indicating the aggregates are suitable for high-quality construction applications.

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p1 Aggregate Crushing Value Report

The document outlines the procedure for determining the Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) of coarse aggregates, which indicates their strength for road construction. The test involves measuring the resistance of aggregates to crushing under a load, with acceptable values being below 30%. The average ACV obtained from trials was 22.75%, indicating the aggregates are suitable for high-quality construction applications.

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Determination of Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV)

1. Objective
To determine the crushing value of coarse aggregates as an indicator of their strength and
suitability for use in road construction and other civil engineering works.

2. Introduction
The Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) test provides a relative measure of the resistance of an
aggregate to crushing under a gradually applied compressive load. It is an essential
parameter to assess the strength and mechanical properties of aggregates used in pavement
layers and concrete. The lower the ACV, the stronger the aggregate. Values below 30% are
considered acceptable for most construction works.

3. Apparatus
 The following apparatus were used:
 Aggregate Crushing Value Test Machine
 Cylindrical Measure and Plunger
 Compression Testing Machine
 IS Sieves (12.5 mm, 10 mm)
 Weighing Balance (accurate to 1g)
 Tamping Rod (16 mm diameter, 45-60 cm long)
 Metal Tray
 Oven (maintained at 100°C - 110°C)

4. Materials
Coarse aggregates passing through 12.5 mm sieve and retained on 10 mm sieve.

5. Procedure
1. Take a sample of aggregate (approx. 6.5 kg). Wash and dry the sample in the oven at
100–110°C for 4 hours and cool to room temperature.
2. Fill the cylindrical measure with the dried aggregate in three layers. Compact each layer
with 25 strokes of the tamping rod.
3. Weigh the aggregate sample in the cylindrical measure (W₁).
4. Place the sample in the test apparatus. Apply a load of 40 tonnes (400 kN) in 10 minutes
through the plunger.
5. Remove the crushed aggregate and sieve through a 2.36 mm sieve. Weigh the fraction
passing the sieve (W₂).

6. Calculations
Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) is calculated using the formula:

ACV = (W₂ / W₁) × 100

Where:
W₁ = Weight of dry sample
W₂ = Weight of sample passing 2.36 mm sieve after crushing

7. Results
Trial Weight of Sample Weight Passing 2.36 ACV (%)
(W₁) mm Sieve (W₂)

1 3000 g 675 g 22.5%

2 3000 g 690 g 23.0%

Average ACV = (22.5% + 23.0%) / 2 = 22.75%

8. Discussion
The obtained ACV of 22.75% indicates that the aggregate is strong and suitable for high-
load applications such as road base layers and structural concrete. Aggregates with ACV <
30% are generally considered good for pavement and other structural uses.

9. Conclusion
The average Aggregate Crushing Value of the given sample is 22.75%, which is well within
the permissible limits for high-quality construction aggregates. Thus, the sample is suitable
for use in road construction.

10. References
IS: 2386 (Part IV) – 1963, “Methods of Test for Aggregates for Concrete – Mechanical
Properties”

Relevant Civil Engineering Laboratory Manual

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