Significance and Use
From a general standpoint, these test methods outline the particular points which have to be taken into account when applying ASTM standard test methods to the case of cellular glass insulating block.
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the testing of cellular glass insulation block for density, water absorption, compressive strength, flexural strength at ambient temperature; preparation for chemical analysis; and thermal conductivity measurements.
1.2 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.
1.3 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 limitations 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
C165 Test Method for Measuring Compressive Properties of Thermal Insulations
C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation
C177 Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus
C203 Test Methods for Breaking Load and Flexural Properties of Block-Type Thermal Insulation
C226 Specification for Air-Entraining Additions for Use in the Manufacture of Air-Entraining Hydraulic Cement
C303 Test Method for Dimensions and Density of Preformed Block and Board-Type Thermal Insulation
C390 Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Thermal Insulation Lots
C518 Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus
C871 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Thermal Insulation Materials for Leachable Chloride, Fluoride, Silicate, and Sodium Ions
ISO Standard
ISO3951 Sampling Procedure and Charts for Inspection by Variables for Percent Nonconforming
Military Standard
MIL-I-24244 Specification Insulation Materials with Special Corrosion, Chloride, and Fluoride Requirements
Other Standard
NRC1.36 Nonmetallic Thermal Insulation for Austenitic Stainless Steel
Index Terms
breaking load; breaking strength; cellular materials; compressive strength; flexural strength; thermal insulating materials-glass; water absorption; Block and board thermal insulation; Cellular thermal insulation; Compression testing--thermal insulation; Flexural testing--insulating materials/applications; Glass thermal insulation; Water absorption--thermal insulating materials;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 91.100.60 (Thermal and sound insulating materials)
DOI: 10.1520/C0240-08E01
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