Rebar Flashcards
1
Q
Temperature rebar placement in relation to stress rebar?
A
Perpendicular
2
Q
Length of a spreader beam?
A
At least half the length of the reinforcing bars in the bundle
3
Q
How long is a rebar bolster?
A
5 feet long
4
Q
Slab and wall rebar placement
A
Not critical
5
Q
Reduction of rebar strength when spot welded?
A
35 to 40% reduction
6
Q
Gauge of rebar ties?
A
16 gauge. Maybe 15 or 14 gauge in caissons.
7
Q
Location of reinforcement bars in slab?
A
3 inches above grade and 2 inches below the top
8
Q
How to connect wall rebar?
A
Use ties
