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Standard(s): EN 12390-8
Water Permeability

The Water Permeability Apparatus is used to assess the depth of water penetration under pressure in concrete specimens. This test is essential for evaluating the concrete’s resistance to water ingress, which can affect the durability and long-term performance of structures.

Testing Procedure

  1. Specimen Preparation: Concrete specimens, typically cubic, cylindrical, or prismatic with a minimum dimension of 150 mm, are prepared and placed between two flanges with special circular gaskets.
  2. Water Application: The specimen is clamped in place, and water is applied to the surface under a controlled pressure.
  3. Measurement of Penetration: After the testing period, the specimen is broken to measure the depth of water penetration. The distance the water has travelled into the concrete indicates its permeability.

Applications

  • Durability Testing: Evaluates concrete’s ability to resist water penetration, essential for structures exposed to wet environments or harsh weather.
  • Quality Control: Helps ensure concrete mixes meet required standards for water resistance.

Conclusion

Water permeability testing is a critical measure of concrete’s resistance to water ingress, helping ensure the longevity and performance of concrete structures exposed to moisture.

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Water Permeability

The Water Permeability Apparatus is used to assess the depth of water penetration under pressure in concrete specimens. This test is essential for evaluating the concrete’s resistance to water ingress, which can affect the durability and long-term performance of structures.

Testing Procedure

  1. Specimen Preparation: Concrete specimens, typically cubic, cylindrical, or prismatic with a minimum dimension of 150 mm, are prepared and placed between two flanges with special circular gaskets.
  2. Water Application: The specimen is clamped in place, and water is applied to the surface under a controlled pressure.
  3. Measurement of Penetration: After the testing period, the specimen is broken to measure the depth of water penetration. The distance the water has travelled into the concrete indicates its permeability.

Applications

  • Durability Testing: Evaluates concrete’s ability to resist water penetration, essential for structures exposed to wet environments or harsh weather.
  • Quality Control: Helps ensure concrete mixes meet required standards for water resistance.

Conclusion

Water permeability testing is a critical measure of concrete’s resistance to water ingress, helping ensure the longevity and performance of concrete structures exposed to moisture.

EN 12390-8