This weathering apparatus is used for comparing the weathering characteristics of bituminous materials against a control material for which the outdoor weathering characteristics are known. It is not possible to establish a precise correlation between accelerated and natural weathering because (1) there are geographical climatic variations, local weather variations, and variations in local pollutants, and (2) the relation between accelerated and natural weathering is material dependent. Acceleration factors differ between materials as well as between formulations of the same material. Guide G 141 provides guidance regarding this issue.

Note 1—This practice can be used for other than bituminous materials, but the significance and use have not been evaluated.

1. Scope

1.1 This practice describes test conditions and procedures for fluorescent UV and condensation exposures conducted according to Practices G 151 and G 154 for bituminous roofing and waterproofing materials that have a minimum softening point of approximately 95°C (200°F) as determined by Test Method D 36. (Also see Terminology G 113.)

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

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

D36 Test Method for Softening Point of Bitumen (Ring-and-Ball Apparatus)

D1669 Practice for Preparation of Test Panels for Accelerated and Outdoor Weathering of Bituminous Coatings

D1670 Test Method for Failure End Point in Accelerated and Outdoor Weathering of Bituminous Materials

G113 Terminology Relating to Natural and Artificial Weathering Tests of Nonmetallic Materials

G141 Guide for Addressing Variability in Exposure Testing of Nonmetallic Materials

G147 Practice for Conditioning and Handling of Nonmetallic Materials for Natural and Artificial Weathering Tests

G151 Practice for Exposing Nonmetallic Materials in Accelerated Test Devices that Use Laboratory Light Sources

G154 Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials

Keywords

accelerated weathering; bituminous materials; degradation; exposure; fluorescent UV and condensation; light exposure; roofing; ultraviolet; waterproofing; Fluorescent UV-light apparatus; Light exposure; Ultraviolet (UV) analysis; Accelerated aging/testing--building materials; Accelerated weathering; Bituminous roofing materials; Exposure tests--fluorescent-UV apparatus;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 75.140 (Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products); 91.100.50 (Binders. Sealing materials); 93.080.20 (Road construction materials)

Citing ASTM Standards

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