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NMAS

Nominal maximum aggregate size, one sieve above the first to retain over 10 percent; names the mix and sets the lift

Used across 4 Anvilfield field guides, most in Paving.

Also defined as

  • Nominal maximum aggregate size, a measure of the largest stone in the mix, read from the gradation

Where this shows up

PavingAsphalt mix types by layerPavingAsphalt mix design (Superpave)PavingAsphalt mill and overlayPavingAsphalt compaction window

Related terms

t/NMAS% Gmm / air voidsBreakdown rollingCessation temperatureCold milling / cold planingCompaction windowGmbGmm (Rice value)

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