why we use for testing of compression strength concrete the size of specimen 150x150x150. why we are not using another dimension like 100x150x100 uneven dimension.



why we use for testing of compression strength concrete the size of specimen 150x150x150. why we are..

Answer / Akhilesh Kumar Ojha

The standard size of 150x150x150 mm (6 inches x 6 inches x 6 inches) for concrete compression cube specimens is used due to several reasons:

1. Ease of fabrication, transportation, and handling.
2. Uniform testing conditions since all cubes have the same dimensions.
3. International agreement and standardization (ISO 4031).

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