Building Lime Testing

64-L0036
Building Lime is created by adding water to quicklime (process known as slaking), which is produced by burning limestone, marble, chalk or shell at above 800ºC. Building limes have been used as binders in mortars for thousands of years, nowadays they are used for mortar plasters and renders as they are porous and vapor permeable, preventing mold growth and trapped moisture.

Le Chatelier Moulds

Used for determining the expansion of cement. The mould consists of a spring tensioned..

Standards EN 196-3

62-L0025
Description

Introduction
Used for determining the expansion of cement. The mould consists of a spring tensioned split cylinder 30 mm internal diameter, 30 mm high with two indicator stems which measure 165 mm from the points of thje centre line of the cylinder and O ring. Two or three moulds are required for each test. To perform the test, a water bath is also required. See accessories.
We propose three packages:

62-L0025 Le Chatelier mould
Single unit. Individually checked, supplied complete with certificate of conformity and identified by a serial number.

  • Weight approx.: 30 g

62-L0025/C Le Chatelier mould. Pack of 6 units
Same as 62-L0025.

  • Weight approx.: 150 g

62-L0025/B Le Chatelier soundness kit
The kit includes all accessories to perform the test and to verify the conformity of the moulds.
Consisting of:

  • No 3 62-L0025 Le Chatelier moulds
  • No 6 62-L0025/2 Glass plates, 50 mm sq.
  • No 3 62-L0025/3 100 g weights
  • No 1 62-L0025/4 Extensibility of mould apparatus
  • No 1 62-L0025/5 Tamping rod 17 mm dia x 70 g weight
  • No 1 62-L0025/6 Rule
     
  • Weight approx.: 1 kg

Note: each one of the above parts can be purchased individually.

Products
 
62-L0025
Le Chatelier mould
 
62-L0025/B
Le Chatelier soundness kit
 
62-L0025/C
Le Chatelier moulds. Set of 6
Accessories
62-L0025/F
Le Chatelier water bath. 220-240V/50-60Hz/1ph
 
62-L0025/FZ
Le Chatelier water bath. 110V/60Hz/1ph

Air Content Meters

These apparatus have been designed to determine the bair content in cement mortar, cement past

Standards EN 459-2 EN 413-2 EN 1015-7

64-C0171
Description

These apparatus have been designed to determine the bair content in cement  mortar, cement paste, and lime mortar. The testers are made of cast aluminium. The test pot and the upper part are sealed air-tight together by means of two quick-action spring clamps. The air ia compressed by means of a built-in hand pump. This air pump and the push buttons TEST and CORRECTION are arranged in a simple-to-use configuration on the front plate. The pressure gauge is installed recessed in the head of the meter. The scale has an indication range of o-50 volumetric %. The two models are practically identical except for the capacity. The 64-C0171 model, I liter capacity, is conforming to the EN 459-2 whilst the 64-C0171/A, 0.75 liter capacity is conforming to EN 413-2 standards. Both models can be supplied, on request, in the electric operated version.

  • Dimensions: 320 mm high, 20 mm dia.
  • Weight approx.: 3.5 kg
Products
 
64-C0171
Air entrainment meter for mortar 1 litre cap.
 
64-C0171/A
Air entrainment meter for mortar 0,75 l capacity
Accessories
 
64-C0171/1
Filling ring
 
63-L0037/11
Spare tamper for EN flow tables

Bulk Density Apparatus

Used for determining the bulk density of lime by the fall of the sample from a standard height into

Standards EN 459-2

64-l0031/B
Description

 

Used for determining the bulk density of lime by the fall of the sample from a standard height into a container. Consisting of a cylindrical container I liter cap., hopper and spring loaded yoke.

 

Products
 
 
64-L0031/B
Apparatus for determination of bulk density of lime to EN 459-2
 

Flow Tables for Mortar and Building Lime

Used to determine the consistency of mortars and building lime.

Standards EN 459-2 EN 1015-3 ASTM C230 EN 13279-2 EN 1015-3

Motor operated flow table, conforming to EN 459-2 and EN 1015-3, model 64-L0038/Gx
Description

 

Used to determine the consistency of mortars and building lime. Two versions available: conforming to EN and ASTM standards, manual and motor operated.
Motor operated models are driven by a motor speed reducer and the number of drops are preset on the digital counter, which stops automatically the machine at the end of the cycle. Supplied complete with flow mould and tamper. EN versions include also the filling hopper.

Main features
  • High resolution graphical display 128×80 pixels and 6 keys membrane keyboard 
  • 8 languages can be set: Italian, English, French, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian and Cesky 
  • Double test procedure: it is possible to set the target revolutions / drops or the total working time
Products
 
 
63-L0040/G

Motorised flow table with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould and tamper. Conforming to ASTM C230. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 230V, 50Hz, 1ph.

 
63-L0040/A

Flow table complete with mould. Hand operated. Supplied complete with flow mould and tamper. Conforming to ASTM C230

 
63-L0040/GY

Motorised flow table with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould and tamper. Conforming to ASTM C230. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 220V, 60Hz, 1ph.

 
63-L0040/GZ

Motorised flow table with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould and tamper. Conforming to ASTM C230. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 110V, 60Hz, 1ph.

 
64-L0038/A

Hand operated flow table for building lime. Supplied complete with flow mould, hopper and tamper. Compliant with EN 459-2, 13279-2, 1015-3

 
64-L0038/G
Motorized flow table to EN 459-2, 13279-2, 1015-3 with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould, hopper and tamper. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 230V, 50Hz, 1ph.
 
64-L0038/GY
Motorized flow table to EN 459-2, 13279-2, 1015-3 with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould, hopper and tamper. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 220V, 60Hz, 1ph.
 
64-L0038/GZ
Motorized flow table to EN 459-2, 13279-2, 1015-3 with digital counter. Supplied complete with flow mould, hopper and tamper. User interface: large size graphic display and membrane keyboard. 110V, 60Hz, 1ph.
Technical Specifications

Accessories
 
63-L0040/11
Hardwood tamper 12x25x150 mm
 
63-L0037/1
Flow calliper
 
63-L0037/10
Brass flow mould for EN flow tables
 
63-L0037/11
Spare tamper for EN flow tables
 
63-L0037/12
Spare filling hopper for EN flow mould
 
63-L0038/10
Spare inox flow mould for EN flow tables
 
63-L0040/1
Brass flow caliper conforming to ASTM-BS standards
 
63-L0040/10
ASTM and BS mould for flow table

Kleine Apparatus

Used for the determination of the carbon dioxide in lime.

Standards EN 459-2

64-L0062 with 81-B0145/D
Description

 

Used for the determination of the carbon dioxide in lime. Consisting essentially of a decomposition flask 50 ml cap., of an absorption vessel to contain the potassium hydroxide solution, a measuring burette, funnel stopcocks, connections and wooden stand. To perform the test, a hot plate with magnetic stirre and an adjustable height support are alo required. See accessories.

  • Overall dimensions (lxdxh):  550x400x750 mm
  • Weight approx.: 15 kg
Products
 
64-L0062
Kleine apparatus to EN459-2 for carbon dioxide determination in lime
 
Accessories
 
 
10-B0145/E

Hot plate maximum temperature 280°C and magnetic stirrer, 100 to 1500 rpm. capacity 3 liters.     
200-240V. 50-60 Hz, 1 ph          

Pat Test, Brass Ring Mould

Used for the determination of the soundness of hydrated lime and gypsum plasters.

Standards EN 196 EN 459-2 BS 1191

62-L0037 Brass ring mould
Description

 

Used for the determination of the soundness of hydrated lime and gypsum plasters. The mould is 100 mm dia. x 5 mm deep with an internal taper of 5°. It is supplied complete with glass plate. Three are required for each test.

Products
 
 
62-L0037

Brass ring mould

Plunger Penetration Apparatus

62-L0037 Brass ring mould

Standards EN 459-2 EN 413-2

64-L0036
Description

 

Used for determining the consistency of masonry cement and building limes. Consisting of a steel base with recess to house the test cup and the vertical column holding the penetration plunger assembly. The height of drop is 100 mm and the weight of plunger assembly is 90 g. Supplied complete with test cup 80 mm dia. x 70 mm deep and tamper.

  • Dimensions approx.:
  • Weight approx.: 6 kg
Products
 
 
64-L0036
Plunger penetration apparatus to EN 413-2, 459-2, 1015-4. Complete with cup and tamper.

Reactivity Test Apparatus

Ground quicklime shall be tested for their reactivity with this apparatus which consists essentia

Standards EN 459-2

Apparatus for testing reactivity of quicklime to EN459-2. Supplied with digital thermometer. Model 64-L0035/E
Description
 
Ground quicklime shall be tested for their reactivity with this apparatus which consists essentially of a Dewar vessel, 1000 ml cap., stirring motor, calibrated thermometer, stand and accessories.
Two versions are available:
  • 64-L0035/E: supplied with digital thermometer 
  • 64-L0035/D: with advanced datalog thermometer, temperature probe, serial cable for PC connection and dedicated software for download data
Dimensions, approx.: 350x300x800 mm
Weight approx.: 9.5 kg
Main features
 
  • Two versions available: with standard digital thermometer and with datalog thermometer complete with temperature probe
Products
 
64-L0035/D
Apparatus for testing reactivity of quicklime to EN459-2. Supplied with digital thermometer, serialcable for PC connection and software for data download. 110-240V/50-60Hz/1Ph.
 
64-L0035/E
Apparatus for testing reactivity of quicklime to EN459-2. Supplied with digital thermometer. 110-240V/50-60Hz/1Ph.
Technical specifications
 

64-L0035/D – digital version:

  • max temperature: 900°C
  • resolution:  0.1°C (from -149.9 to 900°C); 0.2°C (from -200.0 to -150.0°C)
  • accuracy: ±0.5°C (form -100.0 to 900°C); ±1°C (over);
  • °C to °F shifting
  • environment: -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F); RH max 100%
  • PC connection: RS232 serial port
  • battery operated

 

Accessories
 
 
64-L0035/C1
Spare Dewar vessel for 64-L0035/x apparatus supplied without stopper
 
64-L0035/C2
Stirring paddle for 64-L0035/x
 
64-L0035/D1
Spare thermometer for L0035/D.
 
64-L0035/E1
Spare thermometer for L0035/E.

Steam Cabinet for Building Lime Soundness

For use with le-chatelier-moulds for the determination of the soundness of building lime

Standards EN 459-2

64-L0025/G Steam cabinet
Description

 

For use with le-chatelier-moulds for the determination of the soundness of building lime which is subjected to the continuous action of steam at atmospheric pressure for a period of 180±10 min. Stainless steel internal chamber housed in a stainless steel insulated exterior case

Products
 
 
64-L0025/G
Steam bath to EN 459-2. 230V/50-60Hz/1ph
Technical specifications
 
 
  • Power: 700 W
  • Internal dimensions (lxdxh): 280x250x150 mm
  • Outside dimensions: 480x400x210 mm
  • Weight approx.: 11 kg

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