ICC-ES AC133
Full Name
ICC-ES AC133 – Acceptance Criteria for Mechanical Splice Systems for Steel Reinforcing Bars
Scope
ICC-ES AC133 establishes the acceptance criteria for evaluating mechanical splice systems for steel reinforcing bars (rebar) in concrete construction. These splices are used to connect lengths of rebar where it is not possible to use continuous bars.
The scope of AC133 covers:
- Materials: specifies the types and grades of steel that can be used for the splices and the rebar.
- Design and fabrication: outlines requirements for the design, manufacturing, and installation of mechanical splice systems.
- Performance requirements: sets standards for the tensile strength, ductility, and fatigue resistance of the splices under various loading conditions.
- Testing procedures: describes the methods for evaluating the performance of mechanical splice systems through laboratory testing.
By adhering to AC133, engineers and contractors can ensure that the mechanical splice systems they use are safe, reliable, and compliant with building codes. This helps to ensure the structural integrity of reinforced concrete structures.
ICC-ES AC133 Accredited Inspection Agency
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Keywords
mechanical splice; steel reinforcing bar; rebar; tensile strength; ductility; fatigue; splice length; class B splice; class C splice