This is a method for evaluating the carbonation resistance of concrete mixes by comparison with a concrete
mix with known carbonation resistance. It is not a method for the determination of carbonation depths in
existing concrete structures. The test is carried out under controlled exposure conditions using natural levels
of carbon dioxide or under natural conditions protected from direct rainfall.
If the carbonation depth of the unknown mix is equal or less than the known mix, it is be assumed that the risk
of reinforcement corrosion for the new mix is equivalent to the known mix (with the same cover required for
the known mix). The “reference” concrete may be any concrete with known performance in the intended place
of use (environment).
DD CEN/TS 12390-10:2007 Referenced Document
EN 1097-5 Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 5: Determination of the water content by drying in a ventilated oven*, 2008-03-01 Update
EN 1097-6 Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 6: Determination of particle density and water absorption*, 2022-02-23 Update
EN 12350-2 Testing fresh concrete - Part 2: Slump-test*, 2009-03-01 Update
EN 12350-3 Testing fresh concrete - Part 3: Vebe test*, 2009-03-01 Update
EN 12350-4 Testing fresh concrete - Part 4: Degree of compactability*, 2009-03-01 Update
EN 12350-5 Testing fresh concrete - Part 5: Flow table test*, 2009-03-01 Update
EN 12390-2 Testing hardened concrete - Part 2: Making and curing specimens for strength tests*, 2009-03-01 Update
EN 12390-3 Testing hardened concrete - Part 3: Compressive strength of test specimens
EN 932-1 Tests for general properties of aggregates - Part 1: Methods for sampling
DD CEN/TS 12390-10:2007 history
2007DD CEN/TS 12390-10:2007 Testing hardened concrete — Part 10: Determination of the relative carbonation resistance of concrete