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ASTM C557 - 03(2009)e1


ASTM C557 - 03(2009)e1 Standard Specification for Adhesives for Fastening Gypsum Wallboard to Wood Framing


Active Standard ASTM C557 Developed by Subcommittee: D14.70 |Book of Standards Volume: 15.06

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ASTM C557

Abstract

This specification covers the minimum performance standards for and properties of adhesives intended to bond the back surface paper of gypsum wallboard to wood framing members. Test requirements and test methods for the adhesive used for the application of all thicknesses of gypsum wallboard are also covered. The specification provides a basis for ensuring the quality of adhesives. Compression shear test, tensile test, gap filling or bridging characteristics test, freeze-thaw stability test, and accelerated adhesive aging shall be performed on the adhesive. The tests are suitable for products performance certification and quality control programs and can be useful the general public, adhesive manufacturers, distributors, specifiers, architects, contractors, testing laboratories and other businesses and professionals.

This abstract is a brief summary of the referenced standard. It is informational only and not an official part of the standard; the full text of the standard itself must be referred to for its use and application. ASTM does not give any warranty express or implied or make any representation that the contents of this abstract are accurate, complete or up to date.

1. Scope

1.1 This specification includes properties and covers minimum performance standards for adhesives intended to bond the back surface paper of gypsum wallboard to wood framing members.

1.2 This specification also covers test requirements and test methods for the adhesive used for the application of all thicknesses of gypsum wallboard.

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 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

C1396/C1396M Specification for Gypsum Board

D905 Test Method for Strength Properties of Adhesive Bonds in Shear by Compression Loading

D907 Terminology of Adhesives

E4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines

E177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods



Keywords

adhesive; gap-filling; gypsum wallboard; shear strength; tensile strength; vinyl; workability; Accelerated aging/testing--adhesives; Adhesives--specifications; Bond strength--adhesives; Bridging strength; Freezing and thawing; Gap-filling adhesives--specifications; Gypsum products--specifications; Installation--gypsum products; Open-time range; Shear testing--adhesives; Stability; Tensile properties/testing--adhesive bonds; Wetting; Wood products (adhesives)



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DOI: 10.1520/C0557-03R09E01

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