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PHASE II REPORT - Caltrans

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The differences in the samples were the amount of water and cement. Test results are<br />

summarized in Table 4.8. The decrease in loss with time is shown in Figures 4.26 and 4.27.<br />

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Table 4.8: CAT Results for Mix M2a and M2b<br />

Mix<br />

Pre-treat<br />

Compaction<br />

Time of cure<br />

(min)<br />

Loss wet<br />

(g)<br />

Loss Oven dry<br />

(g) %<br />

A N 30 265/250 26.1<br />

N 60 165/170 12.6<br />

N 180 77/72 6.4<br />

A Y 30 - -<br />

Y 60 145/155 -<br />

Y 180 - -<br />

B N 30 433.9/455 28.8<br />

N 60 275/285 19.2<br />

N 180 239.5/225 15.9<br />

B Y 30 -<br />

Dry Loss %<br />

35<br />

30<br />

25<br />

20<br />

15<br />

10<br />

5<br />

0<br />

Y 60 220 -<br />

Y 180 -<br />

Effect of Water Level on Cure (Dry Loss)<br />

30 60 180<br />

Time of Cure (Min) 70°F (25°C) 70% Humidity<br />

Figure 4.26: Effect of Water Level on Cure M2 Mixes (Dry Loss Method)<br />

64<br />

Mix M2a<br />

Mix M2b

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