Standard Test Method for Comparing Bond Strength of Steel Reinforcing Bars to Concrete Using Beam-End Specimens

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English

Published date

11-09-2022

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American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method describes procedures to establish the relative bond strength of steel reinforcing bars in concrete.

1.2This test method is intended to determine the effects of surface preparation or condition (such as bar coatings) on the bond strength of deformed steel reinforcing bars (of sizes ranging from No. 3 to No. 11 [No. 10 to No. 36]) to concrete.

1.3The bond strengths obtained using this test method are not directly applicable to the design of reinforced concrete members.

Note 1:The bond strengths obtained using this test method are generally higher than obtained in development or splice tests using beams with the same embedment lengths. The results obtained using this test method should only be used for comparisons with results for other reinforcing bars tested using this method.

1.4The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in brackets are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.5This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee	A 01
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	5
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM A 944 : 2010 : R2015

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