ASTM C 209 : 2020
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Standard Test Methods for Cellulosic Fiber Insulating Board
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01-03-2020
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C 16
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| DocumentType |
Test Method
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| Pages |
5
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| PublisherName |
American Society for Testing and Materials
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| Status |
Current
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| Supersedes |
1.1These test methods cover those insulation products in specified Specification C208. The requirements for the products’ physical properties are specified in Specification C208. The methods for the general insulation products’ physical properties are given as follows:
| Section | |
| Thickness | 7 |
| Size of Finished Board | 8 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 9 |
| Transverse Strength | 10 |
| Deflection at Specified Minimum Load | 11 |
| Tensile Strength Parallel to Surface | 12 |
| Tensile Strength Perpendicular to Surface | 13 |
| Water Absorption | 14 |
| Linear Expansion | 15 |
| Water Vapor Transmission | 16 |
| Flame Spread Index | 17 |
| Moisture Content and Density | 18 |
| Compressive Strength | 19 |
1.2Reference is provided to an established source for nomenclature and definitions.
1.3Several of the test methods contained in this document are referenced by material specifications other than cellulosic fiber insulating board. These include mineral fiber, perlite, polyisocyanurate, polystyrene and phenolic materials.
1.4This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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