EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 13286-2

NORME EUROPEENNE
EUROPAISCHE NORM July 2004

ICS 93.080.20

English version

Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures - Part 2: Test

methods for the determination of the laboratory reference
density and water content - Proctor compaction
Mélanges traités et mé)anges non trailés aux Giants
hydrauliques - Partie 2: Méthodes d'essai de déferminalion Ungebundene und hydraulisch gebundene Gemische - Teil
en laboratoire pour la masse volumique de r6férence et 2: Laborpr6fverfahren fJr die Trockendichte und den
la teneur en eau - Compacfage Proctor Wassergehalt - Proctorversuch

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Contents

page

Foreword.......................................................................................................,..................................................3
1 Scope............................................................................................................................................. 5
2 Normative references..................................................................................................................... 5
3 Terms and definitions..................................................................................................................... 5
4 Principle.......................................................................................................................................... 6
5 Apparatus....................................................................................................................................... 6
6 Preparation................................................................................................................................... 10
6.1 General........................................................................................................................................ 10
6.2 Samples for compaction tests...................................................................................................... 11
6.3 Preliminary assessment................................................................................................................ 11
6.4 Mixtures totally passing the 16 mm test sieve.............................................................................11
6.5 Mixtures not totally passing the 16 mm test sieve.......................................................................11
6.5.1 Mixtures totally passing the 31,5 mm test sieve..........................................................................11
6.5.2 Mixtures 75 °/> to 100 °/ passing the 31,5 mm test sieve............................................................12
6.5.3 Mixtures with an oversize > 25 °/ by mass on the 31,5 mm test sieve........................................12
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7.1 Proctor te st for mixtures’compa”c”ted with”a”2;5”kg”rammer(A)“in’the”Proctor”mo”uId‘(A) I:tt:I.:tt12
7.2 Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 2,5 kg rammer (A) in the large Proctor
mould (B)...................................................................................................................................... 13
7.3 Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 15,0 kg rammer (C) in the extra large Proctor
mould (C)..................................................................................................................................... 13
7.4 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 4,5 kg rammer (B) in the Proctor
mould (A)...................................................................................................................................... 14
7.5 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 4,5 kg rammer (B) in the large
Proctor mould (B)......................................................................................................................... 15
7.6 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 15,0 kg rammer (C) in the extra large
Proctor mould (C)
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8 Calculations, plotting and expression of results..........................................................................17
8.1 Calculations................................................................................................................................... 17
8.2 Plotting.......................................................................................................................................... 17
9 Test report.................................................................................................................................... 18
10 Precision....................................................................................................................................... 18
Annex A (informative) Dimensions of alternative apparatus....................................................................19
Annex B (normative) One point Proctor test....................................................,.........................................22
Annex C (informative) Correction for oversize (material retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm and 63 mm
test sleves).................................................................................................................................... 26
Annex D (informative) Proctor test for self-draining mixtures.................................................................27

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Foreword
This document (EN 13286-2:2003) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 227 ‘Road Materials’,
the secretariat of which is held by DIN.

This European Standard shall be given the status of a na'nona! standard, either by publication ol an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by January 2005, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by January 2005.

This document is one of a series of standards as listed below.

EN 13286-1, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 1: Test methods for laboratory reference
density and water content — Introduction, general requirements and sampling

EN 13286-2, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 2: Test methods for the determination of
the laboratory reference density and water content — Proctor compaction

EN 13286-3, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 3: Test methods for laboratory reference
density and water content — Vibrocompression with controlled parameters

EN 13286-4, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 4: Test method for laboratory reference
density and water content — Vibrating hammer

EN 13286-5, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part S. Test method for laboratory reference
density and water content — Vibrating table

EN 13286-7, Unbound and hydraulically bouiid m/xfUres — Part 7. Cyclic load triaxial test for unbound
mixtures

EN 13286-40, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 40: Test method for the determination of the
direcl tensile strength of hydraulically bound mixtures

EN 13286-41, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 41: Test method for the determination of the
compressive strength of hydraulically bound mixtures

EN 13286-42, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 42: Test method for the determination of the
indirect tensile strength of hydraulically bound mixtures

EN 13286-43, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 43: Test method for the determination of the
modulus of elasticity of hydraulically bound mixtures

EN 13286-44, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 44: Test method for the determination of the
alpha coefficient of vitrified blast furnace slag

EN 13286-45, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 45. Test method for the determination of the
workability period of hydraulically bound mixtures

EN 13286-46, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 46: Test melhod for the determination of lhe
moisture condition value

EN 13286-47, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 47: Test methods for the determination
of California bearing ratio, immediate bearing index and linear swelling

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prEN 13286-48, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures- Part 48: Test method for the determination
of degrees of pulverisation

prEN 13286-49, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Pad 49: Accelerated swelling lest for soil
treated by lime and/or hydraulic binder

prEN 13286-50, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 50: Methods for making fesf
specimens using Proctor equipment or vibrating table compaction

prEN 13286-51, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures- Part 51: Methods for making test specimens
by vibrating hammer compaction

prEN 13286-52, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures —ivlethods for making test specimens - Part 52:
Making test specimens by vibro-compression

prEN 13286-53, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures —Methods for making test specimens - Part 53:
Making cylindrical specimens 0y axial compression.

According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and United Kingdom.

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1 Scope
This document specifies test methods for the determination of the relationship between the water content and
the dry density of hydraulically bound or unbound mixtures after compaction under specified test
conditions using Proctor compaction. It allows an estimate of the mixture density that can be achieved on
construction sites and provides a reference parameter for assessing the density of the compacted layer of the
mixture.

This document applies only to unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures of aggregates used in road
construction and civil engineering work. It is not applicable to soils for earthworks. The results of this test
method can be used as a basis for comparing mixtures before use in road construction. The test results
also allow a conclusion to be drawn as to the water content at which mixtures can be satisfactorily
compacted in order to achieve a given dry density.

This test is suitable for mixtures with different values of upper sieve D) size up to 63 mm and an oversize
up to 25 % by mass.

2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.

EN 933-1, Tests for geometrical properties of aggregates — Part 1: Determination ot particle size
distribufion — Sieving method

EN 933-2, Tests for geometrical properties of aggregates — Part 2: Determination of particle size distribution
— lest sieves, nominal size of apertures

EN 1097-5, 7es/s for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates — Part 5: Determination or the water
content by drying in a ventilated oven

EN 1097-6, Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates — Part 6: Determination of particle
density and water absorption

EN 13286-1:2003, Unbound and hydraulically bound mixtures — Part 1: Tast methods laboratory reference
density and water content — Introduction, general requirements and sampling

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13286-1:2003 and the following
apply. 3.1
Proctor density
laboratory reference density determined from the dry density/water content relationship obtained by the
Proctor test with a specific energy of approximately 0,6 MJ/m3

3.2
modified Proctor density
laboratory reference density determined from the dry density/water content relationship obtained by the
modified Proctor test with a specific energy of about 2,7 MJ/m
3.3
initial water content ›yo,
water content of a given mixture sample i before compaction

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3.4
final water content ›rr;
water content of a given mixture sample i after compaction
3.5
bleeding water content»
maximum value of the initial water content for which there is no loss of water during compaction

NOTE ›i'o —›‹ t s 0,3 %.

3.6
self-draining mixture
mixture for which a loss of water occurs during compaction preventing the definition of a maximum dry density
on the Proctor curve

NOTE ›‹'o — ›i > 0,3

%. 3.7
dry density at bleeding P‹B
laboratory reference dry density of the self-draining mixture

4 Principle
Six similar compaction tests are described, each with procedural variations related to the maximum particle
size of the mixture to be investigated, the required quantity of sample and the size of the mould. In the Proctor
test a 2,5 kg rammer is used. In the modified Proctor test a much greater degree of compaction is added
by using different rammers (4,5 kg or 15 kg) and/or greater drops on thinner layer of material as in the Proctor
test. The size of the compaction mould is chosen in relation to the value of D. If oversize particles are present
equivalent tests are carried out in larger moulds. If more than 25 % of material is fetained on a 63 mm test
sieve, the test method is not suitable.

5 Apparatus
5.1 Cylindrical test moulds, fitted with a removable extension not less than 50 mm high and a
detachable steel base plate as shown in Figure 1. The mould shall have a smooth finish on inside face. The
dimensions of moulds (Proctor mould (A), large Proctor mould (B) and extra large Proctor mould (C))
shall be as given in Table 1. The diameter of the mould shall be at least four times of D of the mixture.

Table 1 — Dimensions of new cylindrical test moulds

Thickness
Proctor mould Diameter d‹ Height / 1
mm mm Wall ›v Base plate t
mm mm
A 100, 0 + 1,0 120,0 + 1,0 7,5 -L 0,5 11,0 + 0,5
B 150,0 1 1,0 120,0 + 1,0 9,0 1 0,5 14,0 + 0,5
C 250,0 1,0 200,0 + 1,0 14,0 1 0,5 20,0 1 0,5
NOTE Annex A gives detaiJs of other cylindrical test moulds which may be in current use.

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Dimensions in millimetres

Figure 1 — Principle of Proctor mould

5.2 Compactor, consisting of a rammer which is allowed to fall freely onto a defined part of the upper
surface of the mixture in the mould. The essential requirements of the hammers shall be as given in Table 2.

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Table 2 — Essential requirements of new rammers

Essential requirements
Rammer
Mass of rammer » R Diameter of base dz Height of fall / 2
kg mm mm
A 2,5010,02 50,0*0,5 305+3
B 4,50+ 0,04 50,0+ 0,5 457+ 3
C 15,00+0,04 125,0*0,5 600*3
NOTE Annex A gives details of other rammers which can be in current use.

NOTE 1 Different types of rammer are used to apply different energy levels. An example of a rammer is given in
Figure 2.

Dimensions in millimetres

027

Key
1 4 holes B6
2 12 holes B6

Figure 2 — Principle of rammer and guide

The rammer shall be equipped with a suitable arrangement for adjusting the height of drop to suit the level of
tlae upper surface of the mixture in the mould.

NOTE 2 The design shown in Figure 2 has been found to be satisfactory, but alternative designs, including
automatic compactors, may be used provided the essential requirements in Table 2 or annex A are conformed to and the
alternative design gives the same results.
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5.3 Steel plate, conforming to Table 3.

NOTE For the end of compaction on the last layer a steel plate (see Figure 3) may be used.

Table 3 — Dimensions of the steel plate

Proctor mould Diameter dz Thickness fii

10,0 + 0,1
B d1 " 0,5
C 20,01 0,1
NOTE The design of the steel plate is shown in Figure 3.

Dimensions in millimetres

‹fide

Key
1 Thread for screwing in handle

Figure 3 — Principle of steel plate

5.4 Test sieves, conforming to EN 933-2.

5.5 Balances, readable to 0,1 % of the compacted sample mass.

5.6 Corrosion-resistant metal or plastics mixing tray, with sides about 80 mm deep, of a size
suitable for the quantity of material to be used.

5.7 Spatula, trowel or similar tool.

5.8 Steel straightedge, of length 200 mm or more; one edge shall be bevelled if the rule is thicker than
3 mm, or palette knife with straight blade.

5.9 Apparatus for determination of water content, conforming to EN 1097-5.

5.10 Vernier depth gauge, readable to 0,02 mm.

5.11 Mixer, with a volume of at least 0,01 m3.

5.12 Concrete block (min. 50 kg), as support for the compaction by means of manually operated rammer.

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6 Preparation
6.1 General
Compaction of the mixture sample shall be carried out in a cylindrical test mould, the dimensions of which are
a function of the particle size of the mixture sample.

The quantity of sample required and the size of the test mould shall be selected according to Table 4.

Table 4 — Summary of sample preparation methods

Percentage passing test sieves Preparation Mass of

, sample Proctor mOUId
16 md 31,5 MW 63 WW clause kg
15 A
100 — — 6.4
40 B
75to100 100 - 6.5.1 40 B
<100 75 to 100 100 6.5.2 40 B
— <75 75to100 6.5.3 200 c

Table 5 summarizes the different types of tests by defining the permitted combinations of mould size and
rammer mass.

NOTE The specifications for compaction in the larger moulds are Dased on the same compaction effort per unit of
volume of the mixture as in the smaller mould. The variable effects of the sidewall friction can result in differences between
the densities achieved in the Mo moulds. For a series of tests on a particular mixture, one size of mould should be
used consistently.

Table 5 — Summary of Proctor test and modified Proctor test

Proctor mould
Type of test Characteristics of test Symbol Dimension
A B C
Massoframmer •›R kg 2,5 2,5 15,0
Diameteroframmer d mm 50 t 50 t 125,0
Proctortest Heightoffall /›2 mm 305 305 600
Number of layers — — 3 3 3
Number of blows per layer — — 25 t 56 22
Mass of rammer •»R *g 4,5 4,5 15,0
Diameter of rammer d2 mm 50 t 50 125,0

Modified Proctor test Height of fall h/ mm 457 457 t 600

Number of layers — — 5 5 3
Number of blows per layer — — 25 56 98
For the routine control of pavement layers the one point Proctor test in annex B may be used
NOTE In this table, the values for the dimensions are rounded. For the exact values see Table 2.

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6.2 Samples for compaction tests

The method of preparation of samples for these tests, and the quantity of material required, depend on the
size of the largest particles. The assessment of these factors is covered in 6.3.
For the compaction test separate batches of mixture shall be prepared at different water contents. Each batch
shall be compacted only once.

NOTE If the same batch of mixture is used at different water contents, the characteristics of the material will
progressively change after each compaction stage, particularly for mixtures where the particles are susceptible to crushing.

6.3 Preliminary assessment

6.3.1 The initial mixture sample for testing shall be obtained in accordance with the procedure described in
EN 13286-1. The procedure to be used for sample preparation and for carrying out the compaction test shall
be selected on the basis of the assessment in 6.3.2 and 6.3.3.

6.3.2 Determine the approximate percentages (to an accuracy of z 5 %) by mass of particles in the mixture
sample passing the 16 mm, 31,5 mm or 63 mm test sieves using the sieving procedures in EN 933-1. The
material used for this assessment shall not be used for the compaction test.

6.3 ,3 Use these percentages to select the method of sample preparation, the minimum mass of mixture
required, and the type of mould to use for the compaction test as indicated in Table 4.

6.4 Mixtures totally passing the 16 mm test sieve

Subdivide the initial sample to produce five or more representative samples, each of about 2,5 kg for mould A
and 6 kg for mould B, according to EN 13286-1.

Mix each sample thoroughly with different amounts of water to give a suitable range of water contents (see
NOTES 1 to 4). The range of water contents shall be such that at least two values lies each side of the
optimum at which the maximum dry density occurs.

NOTE 1 The amount of water to be mixed with mixture at the commencement of the test will vary with the type of
mixture under test. In general, with sandy and gravely mixtures a water content of 4 % to 6 % is suitable.

NOTE 2 The water added to each sample should be such that a range of water contents is obtained which includes
the optimum water content. In general, increments of 1 % to 2 % are suitable for sandy and gravely mixtures. To increase
the accuracy of the test it might be desirable to prepare samples with smaller increments of water in the region of
optimum water content. Three or four water contents should be included in the range 0,8 and 1,2 of the optimum water
content.

NOTE 3 It is important that fhe water is mixed thoroughly and adequately with the mixture, since inadequate mixing
can give variable test results.

NOTE 4 Recycled aggregates and slags are often more porous than natural aggregates. A higher value of water
content and larger increments may be appropriate.

If the mixture initially contains too much water allow it to partially air dry to the lowest water content at which
the mixture is to be compacted, and mix thoroughly. If necessary, lower the water content of the material in an
oven at a temperature in the range of 45 °C to 50 °C to obtain the desired water content to start the test.

6.5 Mixtures not totally passing the 16 mm test sieve

6.5.1 Mixtures totally passing the 31,5 mm test sieve

Subdivide the initial sample to produce five or more representative samples each of approximately 6 kg.
Follow the procedure in 6.4.

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6.5.2 Mixtures 75 % to 100 % passing the 31,5 mm test sieve

Weigh the sample of the mixture.

Remove and weigh the material retained on the 31,5 mm test sieve (oversize material). Determine the water
content of oversize material › 'o as described in EN 1097-5. The particle density of the oversize material
p»o shall also be determined according to EN 1097-6.

Subdivide the material passing the 31,5 mm test sieve to produce five or more 6 kg samples of the
mixture, otherwise proceed as described in 6.4.

6.5,3 Mixtures with an oversize > 25 % by mass on the 31,5 mm test sieve

Subdivide the initial sample to produce five or more representative samples each of approximately 25 kg.
Follow the procedure in 6.4.

7 Procedure

7.1 Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 2,5 kg rammer (A) in the Proctor mould (A)

7.1.1 Use a 2,5 kg rammer (A) falling 305 mm to compact the mixture in three layers into the Proctor
mould (A).

7.1.2 Weigh the Proctor mould (A) with the base plate attdd 1 g and record the mass as ii‹. If not
known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinth.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.1.3 For one of the prepared samples place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that
when compacted it occupies a little over one-third of the height of the mould body.

Apply 25 blows from the 2,5 kg rammer (A) dropped from a height of 305 mm above the mixture as controlled
by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer always falls
freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply three sets
of eight blows well distributed over the surface, with a final blow in the centre.

7.1.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.1.3 twice, so that the amount of mixture used is sufficient to fill the
mould body, with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results will be inaccurate.

Remove the extension, stfike off the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using the straightedge. Replace any coarse particles, removed in the
travelling process, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the materials and mould with the base plate to 1 g and record the mass as »2

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the metal tray for determination of its
water content, ›‹', as described in EN 1097-5.

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7.1.5 Carry out a compaction test on each of the remaining prepared samples as described in 7.1.3 and
7.1.4, to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations, if the mixture is well known.
The water contents shall be such that the optimum water content, at which the laboratory dry density
occurs, lies near the middle of the range.

7.2 Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 2,5 kg rammer (A) in the large Proctor
mould (B)

7.2.1 Use a 2,5 kg rammer (A) falling 305 mm to compact the mixture in three layers into the large
Proctor mould (B).

NOTE This method an also be used for finer mixtures which would normally be compacted in the Proctor mould
when it is required to perform a California bearing ratio (CBR) test on the compacted mixture at each water content.

7.2.2 Weigh the large Proctor mould (B) with base plate attached to 5 g and record the mass as •‹1 !f
not known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinth.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.2.3 For one of the prepared samples place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that
when compacted it occupies a little over one-third of the height of the mould body.

Apply 56 blows from the 2,5 kg rammer (A) dropped from a height of 305 mm above the mixture as controlled
by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer always falls
freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply eight sets
of seven blows. In the set of seven blows, six are well distributed over the surface, and a final blow is applied to the centre.

7.2.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.2.3 twice, so that the amount of mixture is 6ufticient !o fill the mould body,
with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results will be inaccurate.

Remove the extension, stfike off the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using the straightedge. Replace any coarse particles, removed in
travelling process, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the mixture and mould with base plate to 5 g and record the mass as i»2

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the metal tray for determination of its
water content ›‹ as described in EN 1097-5.

7.2.5 Carry out a compaction test on each of the remaining prepared samples as described in 7.2.3 and
7.2.4 to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations, if the mixture is well known.
The water content shall be such that the optimum water content, at which tha laboratory dry density
occurs, lies near the middle of the range.

7.3 Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 15,0 kg rammer (C) in the extra large Proctor
mould (C)

7.3.1 Use a 15,0 kg rammer (C) falling 600 mm to compact the mixture in three layers into the
Proctor mould (C).

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7.3.2 Weigh lhe extra large Proctor moutd (C) with the base plate attached to 10 g and record the
mass as • 1 If not known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinth.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.3.3 For one of the prepared samples place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that
when compacted it occupies a little over one-third of the height of the mould body.

Apply 22 blows from the 15,0 kg rammer (C) dropped from a height of 600 mm above the mixture as
controlled by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer
always falls freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply three
sets of seven blows, with six blows well distributed over the surface, and a final blow applied to fhe centre.

7.3.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.3.3 twice, so that the amount of mixture used is sufficient to fill the
mould body, with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results wilJ be inaccurate.

Remove the extension, slrike off the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using the straightedge. Replace any coarse particles, removed in the
travelling pfocess, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the materials and mould with the base plate to 10 g and record the mass as •› .

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the metal tray for determination of its
water content › ' as described in EN 1097-5.

7.3.5 Carry out a compaction test on each of the remaining prepared samples as described in 7.3.3
and 7.3.4, to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations, if the mixture is well
known. The water contents shall be such that the optimum water content, at which the laboratory dry
density occurs, lies near the middle of the range.

7.4 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 4,5 kg rammer (B) in the Proctor
mould (A)

7.4.1 In order to ensufe that the compaction effort is greater than that described in 7.1 increase the mass of
the rammer (B) to 4,5 kg, the height of fall to 457 mm, and the number of compacted layers from three to five.
Use the same Proctor mould (A) as the test in 7.1.

7.4.2 Weigh the PfoCtor mould (A) with base plate attached to 1 g and record the mass as /•1 !!
not known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinth.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.4.3 For one of the prepared samples, place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that when
compacted it occupies a little over one-fifth of the height of the mould body.

Apply 25 blows from the 4,5 kg rammer (B) dfopped from a height of 457 mm above the mixture as controlled
by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer always falls
freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

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NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply three
sets of eight blows, with seven blows well distributed over the surface, and a final blow applied to the centre.

7.4.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.4.3 four times, so that the amount of mixture used is sufficient to fill
the mould body, with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results EU be inaccurate.

Remove the extension, strike oW the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using the straightedge. Replace any coarse particles, removed in
the travelling process, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the mixture and mould with base plate to 1 g and record the mass as •

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the large metal tray for determination of
its water content ›‹ as described in EN 1097-5.

7.4.5 Carry out a compaction test on each of the remaining prapared samples as described in 7.4.3 and
7.4.4 to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations if the mixture is well known.
The water contents shall be such that the optimum water content, at which the laboratory dry density
occurs, lies near the middle of the range.

7.5 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 4,5 kg rammer (B) in the large
Proctor mould (B)

7.5.1 In order to ensure that the compaction effort is greater than that described in 7.2, increase the
mass of the rammer (B) to 4,5 kg, the height of fall to 457 mm, the number of compacted layers from
three to five. Compact the mixture into the large Proctor mould (B).

NOTE This method can also be used for finer mixtures which would narrnally be compacted in the Proctor
mould when it is required to perform a California bearing ratio (CBR) test on the compacted mixture at each water content.

7.5.2 Weigh the large Proctor mould (B) with base plate attached to 5 g and record the mass as /,. If
not known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinth.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.5.3 For one of the prepared samples, place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that
when compacted it occupies a little over one-fifth of the height of the mould body.

Apply 56 blows from the 4,5 kg rammer (B) dropped from a height of 457 mm above the mixture as controlled
by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer always falls
freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply eight sets
of seven blows. In the set of seven blows, six are well distributed over the surface, and a final blow is applied to the centre.

7.5.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.5.3 four times, so that the amount of mixture used is sufficient to fill the
mould body, with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results will be inaccurate.

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Remove the extension, strike off the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using lhe straightedge. Replace any coarse particles removed in the travelling
process, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the mixture and mould with base plate to 5 g and record the mass as /i,.

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the large metal tray for determination of
its water content ›‹' as described in EN 1097-5.

7.5.5 Carry out a compaction lest on each of the remaining prepared samples as described in 7.5.3 and
7.5.4 to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations, if the mixture is well known.
The water contents shall be such that the optimum water content, at which the maximum dry density
occurs, lies near the middle of the range.

7.6 Modified Proctor test for mixtures compacted with a 15,0 kg rammer (C) in the extra
large Proctor mould (C)

7.6.1 In order to ensure that the compaction effort is greater than that described in 7.3, use the same values
for the mass of the rammer (C), the height of fall and the layers as in 7.3 but increase the number of blows
per layer from 22 to 98. Compact the mix1ure into the extra large Proctor mould (C).

7.6.2 Weigh the extra large Proctor mould (C) with base plate attached to 10 g and record the mass as
n,. If not known measure the internal dimensions to 0,5 mm.

Attach the extension to the mould and place the mould assembly on a solid base, e.g. a concrete floor or
plinlh.

Lubricate the internal face of the extension.

7.6.3 For one of the prepared samples, place a quantity of moist mixture in the mould such that
when compacted it occupies a little over one-third of the hei9ht of the mould body.

Apply 98 blows from the 15,0 kg rammer (C) dropped from a height of 600 mm above the mixture as
controlled by the guide. Distribute the blows uniformly over the surface and ensure that the rammer
always falls freely and is not obstructed by mixture in or on the guide.

NOTE One method of ensuring that the blows are applied evenly over the surface of the layer is to apply 14 sets
of seven blows. In the set of seven blows, six are well distributed over the surface, and a final blow is applied to the centre.

7.6.4 Repeat the procedure in 7.6.3 twice, so that the amount of mixture used is sufficient to fill the
mould body, with the surface not more than 10 mm proud of the upper edge of the mould body.

NOTE It is necessary to control the total volume of mixture compacted, since it has been found that if the amount
of mixture struck off after removing the extension is too great, the test results will be inaccurate.

Remove the extension, stfike off the excess mixture and level off the surface of the compacted mixture
carefully to the top of the mould using the straightedge. Replace any coarse particles removed in the travelling
process, by finer material from the sample, well pressed in.

Weigh the mixture and mould with base plate to 10 g and record the mass as /»2

Remove the compacted mixture from the mould and place it on the large metal tray for determination of
its water content ›‹' as described in EN 1097-5.

7.6.5 Carry out a compaction test on each of the remaining prepared samples as described in 7.6.3 and
7.6.4 to give a total of at least five determinations or at least three determinations, if the mixture is well known.
The water contents shall be such that the optimum water content, at which the laboratory dry density occurs,
lies near the middle of the range.

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8 Calculations, plotting and expression of results

8.1 Calculations

Calculate the internal volume of the mould as I', in millilitres (ml).

NOTE The volume of the mould can be determined from the mass of water it contains or by linear measurement.

Calculate the compacted bulk density p of each compacted specimen from the equation:

(1)

where

is the bulk density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

is the mass of mould and base plate, in grams (g);

is the mass of mould, base plate and compacted mixture, in grams (g);

is the volume of the mould, in millilitres (ml).

Calculate the compacted dry density md of each compacted specimen ffom the
equation:
(2)
d (100 x p) / (100 + w)

where

p, is the dry density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m*);

is the bulk density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

is the water content of the mixture, in percent (%).

For mixtures with particles retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm or 63 mm test sieves (less than 25 %), a
correction shall be made.

NOTE VVithout correction, the dry density found will be too low and the water content too high. Annex C gives
guidance on correction for oversize material retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm or 63 mm test sieves.

8.2 Plotting

Plot the dry densities obtained from a series of determinations as ordinates against the corresponding
water contents as abscissa. Dfaw a curve of best fit to the plotted points and identify the position of the
maximum on this curve. Read off the values of dry density and water content, corresponding to that point.

NOTE 1 The maximum can lie between two observed points but when drawing the curve, care should be taken
not exaggerate its peak.

NOTE 2 For free draining mixtures, it cannot be possible to identify a maximum point on the curve (see annex D).

On the same graph, plot the curve corresponding to 0 % air voids, calculated from the equation:

(3)

where

p/ is the dry density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

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p, is the particle density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m*);

p„ is the density of water, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3), assumed equal to 1;

I’, is the volume of air voids in the mixture, in percentage of the total volume of the mixture (equal
to 0 % for the purpose of this plot);

›‹' is the water content, in percent (%).

9 Test report
The test report shall include at least the following information:

a) reference to this document (the method of test used, including mould size and rammer size);

b) identification of the sample;

c) sample preparation procedure;

d) identification of the laboratory;

e) maximum dry density, in megagram per cubic metre (Mg/m3), to the nearest 0,01 Mg/m3;

f} optimum water content to the nearest 0,1 % for values less than 10 and to the nearest 1 % for values
of 10 or more;

g) the amount of particles retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm or 63 mm test sieves reported to the nearest 1 %
by dry mass.

If required, the test report shall include the following optional information:

h) experimental points and the smooth curve drawn through them showing the relationship between water
content and dry density;

i) value of particle density used in the calculation. If measured, stating the test method used;

j) name, location and origin of the sample source;

k) description of the material.

10 Precision

To be added later

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Annex A
(informative)

Dimensions of alternative apparatus

Alternative apparatus (test moulds and rammers) may be used for the Proctor test and the modified Proctor
test. These alternative dimensions allow the continuing use of moulds and rammers already in current use.

NOTE It is intended that these alternatives will be deleted at the first revision of this document.

The equivalence between the results produced by a new and/or an alternative apparatus is based on the
specific energy. The specific energy is determined by the equation:

mass of rammer • height of fall • number of blou s per layer • number of layers x gra 'i9'
Specific ence —
volume of mould

For the Proctor test the specific energy should be in the range of 0,56 MJ/m3 to 0,63 MJ/m3 (mean value
0,6 MJ/m3).

For the modified Proctor test the specific energy should be in the range of 2,56 MJ/m3 to 2,80 MJ/m* (mean
value 2,7 MJ/m*).

Tables A.1 to A.4 show examples of alternatives fulfilling the energy level(s) above.

Table A.1 — Examples of alternatives for Proctor mould A

Mould Rammer Procedure
Height Blow Compaction
Diameter Height Mass Diameter fall ”’ Layer e t
numbers
mm mm kg mm mm numbers per layer M e

102 122,5 2,5 50 300 3 26 0,573 3

101,5 117 2,5 50 300 3 25 0,582 9
102 117 2,49 50 305 3 25 0,584 6
100 120 2,5 50 300 3 25 0,585 5
101,6 116,8 2,48 50,8 304,8 3 25 0,587 3
101,6 117 2,49 51 305 3 25 0,589 1
102,0 + 0,4 122,4 + 0,1 2,50 + 0,01 50,0 + 0,2 305 T 2 3 26 0,572 2 to 0,594 7
101,6 + 0,2 116,4 T 0,2 2,495 0,005 51,0 + 0,5 305 3 25 0,588 8 to 0,597 9
101,5 + 0,5 116,5 T 0,5 2,490 0 -!- 0,002 5 51 + 1 305 + 2 3 25 0,580 0 to 0,605 8
101,2 + 0,4 116,4 + 0,5 2,50 + 0,01 50,8 -I- 0,1 305 T 5 3 25 0,575 4 to 0,614 1
105,0 T 0,5 115,5 T 1,0 2,500 T 0,025 50,0 + 0,5 300 + 3 3 27 0,573 5 to 0,619 1

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Table A.2 — Examples of alternatives for modified Proctor mould A

Mould Rammer Procedure Compaction
eg
Diameter Height Mass Diameter Height of Layer Blow
M
mm mm kg mm fall numbers numbers
mm per layer
102 122,5 4,5 50 450 5 26 2,580
101,5 ” 117 4,5 50 450 5 25 2,623
100 120 4,5 50 450 5 25 2,635
102 117 4,54 50 457 5 25 2,661 6
101,6 116,8 4,50 50,8 457,2 5 25 2,664
101,6 117 4,54 51 457 5 25 " 2,682
101,6 + 0,2 116,4 -!- 0,2 4,5351 0,005 51,0 + 0,5 457 5 25 2,675 to 2,711
101,5 * 0,5 116,5 + 0,5 4,535 + 0,005 511 1 457 + 2 5 25 2,644 to 2,750
101,6 0,4 116,4 * 0,5 4,54 I- 0,01” 50,8 + 0,1 457 + 5 5 25 2,629 to 2,765
105,0 + 0,5 115,5 -L 1,0 4,50ñ 0,05 50,0 + 0,5 450 T 4 5 27 2,581 to 2,786

Table A.3 — Examples of alternatives for Proctor mould B

Mould Rammer Procedure

Diameter Height Mass Diameter Height of Layer Blow
Co mp a c

M ..
mm mm kg mm fall numbers numbers
mm per layer

tion

.›
152 127 4,54 51 457 5 13 0,574 1
152,4 116,4 2,5 " 50 300 3 56 0,582 1
152 117 2,5 50 300 3 56 0,582 2
152,4 116,8 2,48 50,8 304,8 3 56 0,584 7
150 125 4,5 75 450 3 22 0,593 5
152 114 2,49 50 305 3 55 0,594 3
152,4 + 0,2 116,4 + 0,2 2,495 + 0,005 51,0 + 0,5 305 3 56 " 0,586 9 to 0,594 4
152,0 T 0,5 116,01 0,6 2,490 0 + 0,002 5 51 + 1 305 -F 2 3 56 0,583 3 to 0,606 2
152,4 * 0,5 116,41 0,5 2,50 + 0,01 50,8 + 0,1 305 + 5 3 56 0,573 6 to 0,610 6
152,0 I 0,5 116,0 + 0,5 2,5001 0,025 50,0 T 0,5 300 13 3 57 0,579 5 to 0,616 4

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Table A.4 — Examples of alternatives for modified Proctor mould B

Mould Rammed Procedure Compaction
MJerg
Diameter Height Mass Diameter HeIght of Layer Blow
mm mm kg mm fall numbers numbers
mm per layer
152 127 4,54 51 457 5 58 2,561
152 117 4,5 50 450 5 56 2,620
152,4 116,4 4,5 50 450 5 56 2,620
152,4 ” 116,8 4,50 ” 50,8 “ 457,2 5 56 2,652
150 125 4,5 75 450 5 59 2,653
152,0 + 0,5 126,6 + 0,7 4,535 * 0,005 51 + 1 457 + 2 S” 59 ” 2,565 to 2,657
152,5 * 0,7 127,0 * 0,1 4,535 * 0,005 50,0 + 0,2 457 T 2 5 60 2,586 to 2,673
152,4 + 0,2 116,4 + 0,2 4,535 + 0,005 51,0 + 0,5 457 5 56 2,667 to 2,696
152 114 4,54 50 457 5 55 2,706
152,0 + 0,5 116,0 -L 0,6 4,535 -L 0,005 51 + 1 457 1 2 5 56 2,658 to 2,752
152,4 + 0,5 116,4 + 0,5 4,57 + 0,01 50,B + 0,1 457¿ 5 5 56 2,638 to 2,767
152,0 * 0,5 116,0 * 0,5 4,5451 0,005 50,0 + 0,5 450 * 4 5 7 2,660 to 2,774

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Annex B
(normative)

One point Proctor test

B.1 Scope
This annex specifies a test method for determination of the relationship between the water content and the dry
density of hydraulically bound or unbound mixtures 0/45 after compaction under specified test conditions
using Proctor compaction. It applies for routine control of pavement layers.

NOTE The general procedure matters are covered by clause 7 of this document.

B.2 Apparatus

B.2.1 General

All apparatus shall conform to the requirements of clause 5.

B.2.3 Oven, capable of maintaining a temperature of (110 z 5) °C.

B.2.3 Mixing bowl

B.2.4 Scoop.

B.2.5 Graduated measuring cylinders, 100 ml and 500 ml.

B.2.6 Test sieves, with aperture sizes 45 mm and 31,5 mm;

B.2.7 Seam.

B.2.8 Large Proctor mould (B) or if extra extension is needed, the mould shall have a diameter of
(152,0 1 0,5) mm and a height of (177,5 + 0,5) mm.

B.2.9 Rammer (A).

B.2.10 Arrangement to control the falling height of the drop hammer. The free falling height of the drop
hammer shall be (305 1 5) mm. If an automatic compactor is used, an arrangement to control the
position of the mould, in such a way that the blows are distributed unifofmly over the surface, shall be
used.

B.2.11 Circular metal plate, diameter (148,0 I- 1,0) mm, (7,5 0,5) mm thick.

B.2.12 Vernier metal plate, readable to the nearest 0,1 mm.

B.3 Preparation
The amount of dry material shall be approximately 4 kg to 6 kg (in situ).

The sample shall be sieved according to EN 933-1 (dry sieving).

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Determine the percentage U of dry material on 31,5 mm sieve from the total amount of dry material.

If this percentage V is less than 10,0 the total amount of the sample shall be used, leaving out the material on
45 mm sieve. The Proctor density shall be corrected using the density of the aggregate particles on
45 mm sieve.

If the percentage V is more than 10,0 but less than 25,0 the material passing 31,5 mm sieve shall be
used to determine the Proctor density. The Proctor density shall be corrected using the density of the
aggregate particles on 31,5 mm sieve.

NOTE If the percentage V is more than 25,0 the Proctor density cannot be determined.

If necessary, determine the density of the oversize on 31,5 mm or 45 mm sieves according to EN 1097-6.

B.4 Procedure
Weigh the Proctor mould q accurate to 1 g.

Place the sample in the mixing bowl. To reach the selected water content (see NOTES 1 and 2), add
approximately 3 % (by mass) water to the dry material and mix thoroughly with the scoop until a homogenous
mixture is obtained. Then add portions of 1 % (by mass) water until the estimated selected water content
is reached.

NOTE 1 The selected water content is the water content, when, with the applied compaction energy, no increase of
density is obtained when water is added. In most cases, independent from the kind of material, when this water content is
reached, some free water will occur after compaction.

NOTE 2 The test report should also record whether any free water was noted after compaction.

During the mixing observe the following features:

— if the water is well penetrated in the mixture; i.e. all particles are moistened;

— if the material sticks to the mixing bowl and the bottom of the bowl remains wet;

— if little strips of wet material remain on the bottom of the bowl;

— depending on the material, if particles

glisten. Prevent the material from drying.

Compact the mixed material in the mould in three equal layers, each with a height of approximately 40
mm. While pouring the material into the mould prevent segregation. Apply 56 evenly distributed blows
over the surface of the under and middle layers with the drop hammer falling free over a height of (305 z 5)
mm. Apply 40 evenly distributed blows over the surface of the upper layer. Place the metal plate upon the
compacted sample and continue with compaction with 20 blows on this metal plate.

Distribute the blows evenly according to Table B.1.

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Table B.1 — Distribution of blows

Number of outer side inner side outer side inner side

blows
under layer 18 10 18 10
middle layer 18 10 18 10
upper layer 13 7 13 7
upon metal plate — — 20

After compaction establish the difference in height between the metal plate and the upper edge of the mould,
accurate to 0,1 mm, with the vernier callipers on four places, marked on equally distributed spaces along the
periphery of the mould and calculate the content for the compacted sample I' in millilitres (ml) (subtract
the thickness of the metal plate) (see NOTE 1).

Remove the metal plate and weigh the mould with the material a, in grams (g), accurate to 1 g.

Remove the moist material from the mould and weigh it b, in grams (g), accurate to 1 g.

Dry the material to constant mass in the oven at a temperature of (110 I- 5) °C and weigh it after cooling down
to room temperature c in grams (g), accurate to 1 g.

If, after compaction the content is less than 2,2 I or more than 2,5 I the test shall be repeated, using a
new quantity of material.

B.5 Calculations

B.5.1 The water content ›r of the sample shall be calculated from the equation:

Jr' 100 x (b — c)/c (accurate to 0,I %) (B.1)

where

›t' is the water content, in percent (%);

b is the mass of the moist material, in grams (g);

c is the mass of the dry material, in grams (g).

B.5.2 The density p of the compacted moist material shall be calculated from the equation:

p — 1 000 x (a —y)/I' in kilograms per cubic metre (kg/m’), accurate to 1kg/in’ (B.2)
where

p is the bulk density, in megagrams per cubic metres

(Mg/m3); a is the mass of the mould with the moist material, in

grams (g); q is the mass of the mould, in grams (g);

/’ is the content of the compacted material, in cubic metres (m*).

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B.5.3 The Proctor density d of the sample shall be calculated from the equation:

rf = 100 x pt(›i + 100) in kilograms per cubic metre (kg/ni’), accurate to 1 kg/ni’ (B.3)
where

d is the PfoCtor density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

p is the bulk density, in megagrams pef cubic metre (Mg/m*);

›' is the water content, in percent (%).

B.5.4 The calculated Proctor density d shall be corrected from the equation:

(B.4)
where

d’ is the corrected Proctor density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

d is the Proctor density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

p, is the density of the aggregate particles, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m"), upon 45 mm
or 31,5 mm sieves;

V is the mass percentage dry material upon 45 mm or 31,5 mm sieves in relation to the total amount of
dry material.

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Annex C
(informative)

Correction for oversize

(material retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm and 63 mm test
sieves)

If an oversize percentage /›i exists (see 7.2.1 and 7.5.1), a correction should be made according to the
following formulae:

(C.1)

and

pd' d * (1 — @ + 0,9 x zn x gdp (C.2)

where

›‹'’ is the corrected water content of the whole sample, in percent (%);

›' is the water content of the sample tested, in percent (%);

ill is the oversize percentage expressed as //iju i, in percent (%);

i›/ is the dry mass of oversize (material retained on the 16 mm, 31,5 mm and 63 mm test sieves),
in grams (g);

i›ii is the dry mass of the whole sample, including oversize, in grams (g);

!8o is the water content of oversize material, in percent (%);

p/ is the dry density of the sample tested, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

p‹’ is the corrected dry density of the whole sample, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m*);

p„a is the particle density of the oversize material in a saturated dry surface condition as
determined using EN 1097-6, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3).

NOTE 1 Generally the water content of the oversize ›*’o iS about 0,01 to 0,02. For porous particles, water content is
higher and should be determined by testing.

Another formulae that has also been used for the corrected dry density is the following:

(C.3)

NOTE 2 For on-site compaction control, the oversize percentage should be determined for each sample taken. The
dry densities and water contents from the original Proctor curve should be corrected to reflect the actual oversize
percentage of each sample.

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Annex D
(informative)

Proctor test for self-draining mixtures

D.1 General
This annex specifies a test procedure for the Proctor test, adapted to self draining mixtures, for which a
maximum dry density cannot be defined on the Proctor curve. This procedure applies to unbound and
hydraulically bound mixtures of aggregates and concerns only the modified Proctor test, performed in the
large Proctor Mould (B)

The test is carried out with the same apparatus as in clause 5.

D.2 Principle

The material is compacted in accordance with the procedure of the modified Proctor test. The dry density
of the mixture for which a percentage between 0,3 % and 0,5 % of water is lost during compaction is
determined.

The content of water of this mixture is defined as "bleeding water content" and its determined dry density
is defined as "dry density at bleeding".

D.3 Preparation
The mixture is prepared in accordance with clause 6.

D.4 Procedure
The compaction test is determined in accordance with 7.5 (Modified Proctor test in the large Proctor
mould (B)).

At least three compaction tests are performed at three diffefent water contents.

For each individual compaction test /:

— A representative volume of the mixture before the compaction is taken, to determine the initial water
content ›ro in accordance with EN 1097-5.

— After compaction, the compacted mixture is removed from the mould and is placed on a large metal tray.
The final water content of the mixture ›‹'ri is determined using the whole sample, in accordance with
EN 1097-5.

— For each sample i, the difference between the initial and final water contents, »'o, — »'r, is

calculated. Finally, the bleeding water content › ’B is determined as follows:

— If lhere is a sample i for which 0,3 % < ^ ' , ›‹'r, s 0,5 %, then the bleeding water content is equal to
the initial water content, ›‹’B' ›‹'

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— If there is a sample i foF which ›t'o, —›i'r, < 0,3 % and for the next sample i + 1, with a higher initial
water Content,»' ,, , — ›‹'r,,, > 0,5 %, then ›‹'e = (› 'o, + › 'o + 1)/2; the previous formula is valid only if ›‹’ i I
— ^!’oi 8 1 %.

— If the difference between »'a and »'t+, exceeds 1 %, then an additional compaction test is performed at a
Water content between › '0i And › 'o .
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D.5 Calculations, plotting and expression of results

D.5.1 Calculations

For each compacted sample /, its compacted bulk density p is calculated using the equation:

(D.1)

where

is the compacted bulk density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

ni is the mass of the mould and base plate, in grams (g);

is the mass of the mould, base plate and compacted mixture, in grams (g);

{^ is the internal volume of the mould, in millilitres (ml).

For each compacted sample /, its compacted dry density py is calculated using the
equation:
(D.2)
p —- 100 x p/ (I 00 + ii't,)
where

p is the dry density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

is the bulk density, in megagrams per cubic metre (Mg/m3);

›‹'r, is the final water content of the mixture sample, in percent (%).

D.5.2 Plotting

A graph with the final water contents ›‹'r, of the series of compacted samples as abscissa and the
corresponding dry densities p‹, as ordinates is plotted. A curve of best fit to the plotted points is drawn.
The dry density at bleeding ply on this curve is determined; the dry density corresponding to the bleeding
water content ›‹'B's determined. An example of determination of jodB is shown in Figure D.1.

D.5.3 Test report

In the test report the same information as in clause 9 is included, except for the following changes:

The maximum dry density by the dry density is replaced at bleeding cdv, in megagrams per cubic metfe
(Mg/m3), to the nearest 0,01 Mg/m3.

The optimum water content is replaced by the water content at bleeding ›‹'» in percent (%), to the nearest
0,1 % .

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*F1 *
B F4 F5
B

In this example:
for examples 1 to 3: ›+', — »’F < 0,3 %
for example 4: 0,3 % < ›• — ›•’r 0,5
% for example 5: ›‹' — ›‹’r > 0,5 %

Key
A Density md, in megagrams per cubic metre
(Mg/m3) B Water content +r, in percent (%)

Figure D.1 — Example of graph of variation of compacted dry density versus final water content r

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