Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
(OP)
I have a question about contact splices. I understand that non-contact splices are allowed, if they are designed as non-contact splices. My question is if you have a designed contact splice, is there any tolerance for the bars to be not in full contact. I have been back and forth with a few people and I have done a bunch of searches, but I cant seem to find an answer.
Thanks,
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RE: Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
RE: Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
RE: Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
CRSI publication Reinforcing Bars: Anchorage and Splices paragraph 3.1.1 describes the contact/non-contact issue.
ACI 318 7.5.1 requires securing reinforcement prior to concrete placement.
John Turner CSP PE
CRSI Greater Southwestern Regional Manager
RE: Contact vs. Non COntact Splices
This is what the code states, but in reality this rule is regularly flouted. A lot of dowels intended to anchor walls to footings are simply "wet-set"; unless of course, the RDP is present during installation and concrete placement and puts his/her foot down.
RE: Contact vs. Non COntact Splices