Blast furnace slag is the non-metallic product consisting essentially of silicates and aluminosilicates of calcium and other bases, which is developed in a molten condition simultaneously with iron in a blast furnace.
Air-cooled blast furnace (ABF) slag is a predominantly crystalline, solid rock-like material.
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Crusher dust is a grey coloured fine aggregate consisting of angular to roughly cubical shaped particles with a characteristically vesicular structure and rough surface texture.
Course sand for concrete and masonry
- Resistant to heat and fire
- Alkaline in presence of moisture
- Non-plastic
- Consistent chemistry
- Excellent load bearing capacity
- High stability and durability
- Ease of compaction
PDS-ABF206 : Rev 4 : 01/06/06
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| SIEVE |
% PASSING |
| 9.5 mm |
100 |
| 6.7 mm |
99 |
| 4.75 mm |
90-100 |
| 2.36 mm |
65-75 |
| 600 um |
25-40 |
| 75 um |
3-7 |
| Maximum Dry Density |
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2.00-2.15 t/m3 |
| Optimum Moisture |
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10-13% |
| Bulk Density |
– Loose |
1.35-1.45 t/m3 |
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– Compacted |
1.50-1.60 t/m3 |
| Particle Density |
– Dry |
2.70-2.80 t/m3 |
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– SSD |
2.75-2.85 t/m3 |
| Water Absorption |
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2.5-3.5% |
| Plasticity Index |
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Non-plastic |
| Organic Impurities |
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Free |
| Sugar |
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Free |
| pH |
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10-12 |
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