Build with precision and confidence using our top grade molds for cement tests. We have many ASTM and AASHTO cube cement molds with many features. Includes cover plates, detachable brass cube mold base plate and self aligning thumb screws. Our molds are good for many applications and are the preferred choice for professionals.
Certified MTP is a one stop shop for high quality products at competitive prices like the cube mold.
The Bronze Cube Mold with bronze clamps have diagonal arrangement and comes with detachable brass cube mold base plate. The Stainless Steel Cube Mold is ASTM and AASHTO compliant. Both molds are machined to produce 2 inch cubes in the cube mold in diagonal position for strength testing. This cube mold is good for testing cement mortar when used with cover plate. The bronze cover plate i
We also have 3 gang stainless steel cube mold and bronze cube mold kits that includes tamping rod and curing cover with bronze clamps. Both have self aligning thumb screws to ensure even fit and hold the two mold halves together. The cover plate is included with the kits. Each of these 3 gang stainless steel cube mold with detachable base meets specific ASTM standards.
For internal quality control programs, Certified MTP recommends the Three Piece Plastic Econ-O-Cube Mold. It’s reusable, has detachable base plate and held together by self aligning screws to ensure strong, tight fit. The mold halves fit together so each two mold halves me
Our molds are horizontal or diagonal. Made of acid resistant materials, they are good for any job. Whether you need an engineered plastic cube mold or bronze cube mold, we have it. We also have single cavity concrete cube molds to cast specimens for testing, retainer caps and liners.
The cube mold is an important tool for cement mortar tests which are necessary to determine the strength of the material. Grout cube molds are used to test grout mixtures for compressive strength and quality control. They are used to form samples of mortar or concrete for various tests including strength testing. Testing compressive strength is crucial in evaluating the strength and structural integrity of concrete structures. These molds provide standardized shape and size for consistent and reliable evaluation of materials.
Most molds are made of rigid materials like metal or plastic. They are cube shaped with 50mm (2 inch) or 100mm (4 inch) sides. Open at top and bottom for easy filling and de-molding and sides clamp together.
Cement test molds provide standardized and consistent shape for compressive strength testing. They ensure uniformity in sample preparation so you can compare results with samples from different batches or mix designs.
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Grout - Bricklayers Mortar Board
These molds are used for quality control during cement production so manufacturers can test the performance and conformity of their products. The results help engineers and researchers to evaluate the suitability of cement for specific construction applications, durability of the cement.
For compression testing, the molds are filled with cement, aggregate and water in specific ratio. Grout cube molds are used to test grout mixtures. The tester will compact the mixture into the mold to ensure uniformity and eliminate air voids. After leveling the top surface to remove excess material, a top plate is used to simplify the process of grout testing. Then after the initial set, the cube samples are demolded and cured under controlled conditions, usually in a curing chamber.
After the curing period is over, the cube samples are subjected to compressive loading using a testing machine. The load is applied gradually until failure and the maximum load at failure is recorded. This load is used to calculate the compressive strength of the material.
Molds are indispensable tools in various applications, including cement testing, mortar penetration testing, and grout cube testing, to determine the compressive strength of materials. These molds are designed to provide standardized shapes and sizes, ensuring consistent and reliable evaluation of materials.The detachable brass cube mold base plate and cover plate of the brass cube mold make it ideal for internal quality control programs. These features allow for easy assembly and disassembly for efficient testing and maintenance. The stainless thumb screws of the brass cube mold hold the mold halves together securely to provide uniform pressure during casting.
Molds like the brass cube mold are preferred for their durability and to meet specific ASTM standards like ASTM C109. These molds are acid resistant so suitable for various testing scenarios. The diagonal arrangement of the cube mold is good for testing Portland cement, cement mortar and other materials including expansive grout and capping compounds.
The ideal size and shape of a cube mold depends on the application and material being tested but most molds are designed to meet ASTM and AASHTO standards. The variety of cube molds makes them a versatile tool to test many materials and specimens including concrete, mortar, grout and capping compounds.
Cube molds come in different shapes and sizes, 50mm (2 inch) and 100mm (4 inch) are the most common. These molds are made of rigid materials like metal or plastic, each has its own benefits. Metal molds like brass cube mold are durable and meet specific ASTM and
One of the design feature of cube molds is the detachable base plate. This allows for easy handling and maintenance so the molds are in good condition for testing. The brass cube mold for example has a diagonal arrangement for casting the cubes which helps in getting precise results.
The technical specifications of cube molds also includes the type of securing mechanism used. Stainless thumb screws are commonly used to fasten the mold halves, provides uniform pressure during casting. Some molds use wing nut clamps as an alternativeBesides the material and securing mechanism, the size and shape of the mold is also an important technical specification. Cube molds are designed to produce standardized samples which are necessary for consistent and reliable evaluation of materials like cement mortar, expansive grout and other construction materials.
The design of cube molds is critical in getting accurate testing results. A well designed cube mold provides standardized shape and size which is necessary for consistent and reliable evaluation of materials. Features like base plate helps in easy handling and maintenance, reduces the risk of contamination or
The diagonal arrangement in some cube molds like brass cube mold helps in preventing spreading during testing. This design ensures the cubes are cast accurately and gets more reliable results. Using stainless thumb screws or wing nut clamps to fasten the mold halves provides uniform pressure minimizes the errors.
The design of cube molds can also affect the testing results. For example a cube mold with large screen-off upper surface area like brass cube mold provides more accurate representation of the material’s compressive strength. This is critical for compression testing where precise measur
In summary the features and design of cube molds are critical to get accurate testing results. By understanding the technical specifications and the importance of design in testing accuracy, engineers and researchers can choose the right cube mold for their testing needs.
With superior expertise and unmatched customer service, Certified MTP is the industry leader in high quality products at competitive price. Certified MTP offers ‘grout cube’ molds for grout mixtures that meet ASTM and AASHTO standards. Our cube molds are the best, used by professionals in cement testing for its quality and adherence to ASTM standards.
Besides cube molds we also offer full range of products for cement testing that meet ASTM standards:
Containers
Hand floats
Get your cube molds and testing supplies from Certified MTP. Order now or buy the Concrete Curing Box Cure Plus 3 to ensure the right curing conditions for fresh concrete.
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