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Flakiness Lab Manual Calculation

The document describes test procedures for determining the Flakiness Index of a seal coat aggregate. The test involves sieving samples to separate particles by size, then weighing particles that pass through or are retained by slotted openings of different widths corresponding to standard sieve sizes. Calculations are provided to determine the Flakiness Index as a percentage for individual sieve sizes or combined sieve sizes based on the weights of particles passing through versus retained by the slots. A sample worksheet is also included to demonstrate recording test data and calculating the Flakiness Index.

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Flakiness Lab Manual Calculation

The document describes test procedures for determining the Flakiness Index of a seal coat aggregate. The test involves sieving samples to separate particles by size, then weighing particles that pass through or are retained by slotted openings of different widths corresponding to standard sieve sizes. Calculations are provided to determine the Flakiness Index as a percentage for individual sieve sizes or combined sieve sizes based on the weights of particles passing through versus retained by the slots. A sample worksheet is also included to demonstrate recording test data and calculating the Flakiness Index.

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Jan 3, 2005

LAB MANUAL

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FLAKINESS INDEX FLH T 508 (Mn/DOT Modified) Scope


The Flakiness Index test determines the percentage of flat particles in a seal coat aggregate.

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APPARATUS A. B.
A metal plate approximately 0.0625 inches thick with slotted openings conforming to the design and dimensions shown in Figure 1. Balance - A balance conforming to the requirements of AASHTO M 231 (Class G2) with a minimum capacity of 2000g, a readability and sensitivity of 0.1g and an accuracy of 0.1g or 0.1%. Oven - Capable of maintaining a temperature of 110 5 C (230 9 F).

C.

FIGURE 1 SLOTTED SIEVE OPENINGS.

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SAMPLE PREPARATION Refer to Section 1201.4I1. Use the material retained on any of the following sieves: , , 3/8, or the #4 sieve and has been placed into separate containers. Aggregates retained on each sieve which comprises at least 4 percent of the total sample, shall be tested.

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PROCEDURE A. Wash and oven dry samples to a constant weight at 110 5 C. (230 9 F.) Test each of the particles in each size fraction using the proper slot opening for each sieve size. Separate the particles passing through the slot from those that do not pass through the slot. Weigh the particles passing the slot to the nearest 0.1 gram. Weigh the particles retained on the gauge to the nearest 0.1 gram.

B.

C.

C. D.

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CALCULATIONS FOR AN INDIVIDUAL SIEVE SIZE % Flakiness Index = A x 100 A+B

Where: A = Weight passing a given slot B = Weight retained on the same slot Report Flakiness Index to the nearest whole number.

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CALCULATIONS FOR MULTIPLE SIEVE SIZES % Flakiness Index = x 100 A + A1 + A2 A + A1 + A2 + B + B1 + B2

Where: A, A1, A2 = Weight passing a given slot B, B1, B2 = Weight retained on the same slot Report Flakiness Index to the nearest whole number.

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WORKSHEET

FLAKINESS INDEX FLH 508


Laboratory ______________ Type of Material __________________ Source __________________________________________________ Location_________________________________________________ Tested By_______________________ Date ____________________ SIEVE SIZES WEIGHT PASSING (g) 10.1 4.2 22.5 16.0 WEIGHT RETAINED (g) 35.0 62.1 57.4 65.9

() 0.375 Slot (3/8) 0.263 Slot (1/4) 0.184 Slot (#4) 0.131 Slot

TOTAL PASSING

52.8g

TOTAL RETAINED

220.4g

% Flakiness Index = TOTAL PASSING TOTAL PASSING + TOTAL RETAINED % Flakiness Index = 52.8g 52.8g + 220.4g x 100

x 100

% Flakiness Index = 19.3% rounded to 19%

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