Equipment Checklist for AASHTO T 96
Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine

 
All equipment shall be inspected for compliance with appropriate dimensions, as stated in each standard, as well as to determine if it is in satisfactory operating condition (i.e.; adherence of mortar, deformed molds, etc.). Inspection shall occur at least annually, or whenever there is reason to suspect nonconformance with the standard.

 

 

  Item Balance
  Description Readable to 0.1% of sample mass or better
     
  Calibration Item Verify mass readings
  Calibration Procedure AASHTO M 231
  Calibration Interval 12 months
 

  Item Sieves
  Description As required for desired application
     
  Calibration Item Check openings and physical condition
  Calibration Procedure AASHTO M92
  Calibration Interval 6 months
 

  Item Charges
  Description Steel spheres, averaging 1 27/32 inches in diameter and weighing between 390 g and 445 g.
     
  Calibration Item Verify mass and diameter
  Calibration Procedure Verify
  Calibration Interval 12 months
 

  Item Los Angeles machine
  Description Measure of degradation of mineral aggregates
   
  Calibration Item AASHTO T 96
  Calibration Procedure Verify
  Calibration Interval 12 months