Significance and Use
4. Significance and Use
4.1 These test methods offer a means of determining the compressive strength of chemical-resistant mortars, grouts, monolithic surfacings, and polymer concretes.
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the compressive strength of chemical-resistant mortars, grouts, monolithic surfacings, and polymer concretes. These materials may be based on resin, silicate, silica, or sulfur binders.
1.2 Test Method A outlines the testing procedure generally used for systems containing aggregate less than 0.0625 in. (1.6 mm) in size. Test Method B covers the testing procedure generally used for systems containing aggregate from 0.0625 to 0.4 in. (1.6 to 10 mm) in size. Test Method C is used for systems containing aggregate larger than 0.4 in.
1.3 These test methods provide two different methods for controlling the testing rate.
1.4 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.
1.5 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
C470/C470M Specification for Molds for Forming Concrete Test Cylinders Vertically
C904 Terminology Relating to Chemical-Resistant Nonmetallic Materials
E4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
Keywords
brick mortars; chemical-resistant; compressive strength; machinery grouts; monolithic surfacings; polymer concrete; resin materials; silicate materials; sulfur materials; tile grouts;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 91.100.10 (Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar)
DOI: 10.1520/C0579-01R12
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