ASTM C1488-04e1

Withdrawn Rationale:

This practice covers a procedure to simulate the aging process of cellulosic loose-fill insulation by subjecting it to controlled laboratory conditions of temperature and humidity so that the insulation will be further evaluated, particularly for critical radiant flux characteristics.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee C16 on Thermal insulation, this practice was withdrawn in January 2013 in accordance with section 10.5.3.1 of the Regulations Governing ASTM Technical Committees, which requires that standards shall be updated by the end of the eighth year since the last approval date.

1.1 This practice covers a procedure to simulate the aging process of cellulosic loose-fill insulation by subjecting it to controlled laboratory conditions of temperature and humidity so that the insulation will be further evaluated, particularly for critical radiant flux characteristics.

1.2 It is not the intent of this practice to establish aging conditions that represent all possible exposures.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation

C687 Practice for Determination of Thermal Resistance of Loose-Fill Building Insulation

C739 Specification for Cellulosic Fiber Loose-Fill Thermal Insulation

C870 Practice for Conditioning of Thermal Insulating Materials

C1485 Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Exposed Attic Floor Insulation Using an Electric Radiant Heat Energy Source

E970 Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Exposed Attic Floor Insulation Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source

Keywords

aging; cellulosic fiber loose-fill; conditioning; humidity/temperature cycling; thermal insulation; Humidity/temperature aging; Loose-fill thermal insulation; Simulated aging; Thermal insulating materials;

Citing ASTM Standards

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