The unit weight of mostly used construction materials.

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By -Mohan Dangi
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I discussed the unit weight of mostly used construction materials in this article.

Concrete:

Typical concrete weighs( PCC ) =  2400 kg/m3 (150 lb/ft3).

Concrete with reinforcement( RCC ) = 156-169 lb/ft3 (2500-2700 kg/m3).

Steel:

for mild steel.  = 7850 kg/m3 (490 lb/ft3)

Stainless steel:  7480-8000 kg/m3 (467-499 lb/ft3)

Rebar reinforcement: 7850 kg/m3 (490 lb/ft3)

Wood:

Pine, fir, and spruce softwood: 450–600 kg/m3 (28–37 lb/ft3)

Oak, maple, and mahogany: 600–900 kg/m3 (37–56 lb/ft3) of hardwood.

Bricks:

1600–1900 kg/m3 (100–118 lb/ft3) for clay brick

1900-2100 kg/m3 (118-131 lb/ft3) for concrete brick

Glass:

Glass for floating: 2500 kg/m3 (156 lb/ft3)

169 lb/ft3 of tempered glass at 2700 kg/m3.

Asphalt:

Asphalt hot mix: 2350 kg/m3 (147 lb/ft3)

Concrete asphalt: 2400 kg/m3 (150 lb/ft3)

Aggregates:

Gravel =1500-2000 kg/m3 (93-125 lb/ft3)

Crushed stone = 1600–1800 kg/m3 (100–112 lb/ft3) 

Dry Sand: 1400–1600 kg/m3 (87–100 lb/ft3).


Please note that these values are approximate and can vary depending on the specific composition and density of the materials. It's always advisable to consult the manufacturer or reference materials for precise values in your construction projects.


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