BS EN 12390-8:2019

What is BS EN 12390‑8 – Depth of penetration of water under pressure testing hardened concrete about? 

BS EN 12390‑8 is the eighth part of the multi-series of European standards that discusses the testing of hardened concrete for depth of penetration of water under pressure. 

BS EN 12390‑8 specifies a method for determining the depth of penetration of water under pressure in hardened concrete which has been water cured. 

Who is BS EN 12390‑8 – Depth of penetration of water under pressure testing hardened concrete for? 

BS EN 12390‑8 on the depth of penetration of water under pressure for testing hardened concrete is applicable for: 

• Construction companies   
• Companies dealing with hardened concrete 
• Quality testing of concrete 
• Civil engineers  
• Contractors  

Why should you use BS EN 12390‑8 – Depth of penetration of water under pressure testing hardened concrete? 

The procedure of a depth penetration test is to apply water under pressure to one surface of the specimen for a specific time and then to splits the specimen perpendicular to the injected face and determine visually the depth of penetration. 

BS EN 12390‑8 provides you with the procedure for examination of the specimen and the test apparatus. This will help you conduct the test effectively.  

BS EN 12390‑8 guides you in the preparation of the test report. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 12390‑8:2019 supersedes BS EN 12390‑8:2009, which is withdrawn. It includes: 

• Editorial revision