CAN/CSA-A5-98

1. Scope 1.1 Scope This Standard addresses the definition of Portland cement; the chemical, physical, and uniformity requirements; the tests required; the procedures for inspection and sampling; the units of measurement, packaging, marking, and storage. 1.2 Types The five types of Portland cement covered in this Standard are identified as follows: -------------------------------------------------------------------- Type Name -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Normal Portland cement 20 Moderate Portland cement* 30 High-early-strength Portland cement 40 Low-heat of hydration Portland cement 50 Sulphate-resistant Portland cement -------------------------------------------------------------------- * Moderate with respect to the heat of hydration or sulphate resistance. Note: The requirements of this Standard also apply to white Portland cement.