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1- Maximum and Minimum Reinforcement Ratio

The minimum reinforcement ratio of 1 % is to be used in tied or spirally reinforced
columns. This minimum reinforcement is needed to safeguard against any bending,
reduce the effect of shrinkage and creep and enhance the ductility of columns.
2- Minimum Number of Reinforcing Bars
Minimum four bars within rectangular or circular sections; or one bar in each corner of
the cross-section for other shapes and a minimum of six bars in spirally reinforced
columns should be used.
3- Clear Distance between Reinforcing Bars
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For tied or spirally reinforced columns, clear distance between bars should not be less
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than the larger of 150 times bar diameter or 4 cm.
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4- Concrete Protection Cover

The clear concrete cover should not be less than 4 cm for columns not exposed to
weather or in contact with the ground. It is essential for protecting the reinforcement from
corrosion or fire hazards.
5- Minimum Cross-Sectional Dimensions
For practical considerations, column dimensions can be taken as multiples of 5 cm.
6- Lateral Reinforcement
Ties are effective in restraining the longitudinal bars from buckling out through the
surface of the column, holding the reinforcement cage together during the construction
process, confining the concrete core and when columns are subjected to horizontal
forces, they serve as shear reinforcement. Spirals, on the other hand, serve in addition to
these benefits in compensating for the strength loss due to spalling of the outside
concrete shell at ultimate column strength.
7- Ties
For longitudinal bars, 32 mm or smaller, lateral ties 10 mm in diameter should be used. In
some countries, ties of 8 mm dia are used for column construction.

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