Logo

ASTM C488-16

Current Revision

Standard Test Method for Conducting Exterior Exposure Tests of Finishes for Thermal Insulation

$73.00

$73.00

$131.40


Sub Total (1 Item(s))

$ 0.00

Estimated Shipping

$ 0.00

Total (Pre-Tax)

$ 0.00


Stay effortlessly up-to-date with the latest standard revisions. When new versions are released, they're automatically charged and delivered to you, ensuring seamless compliance.

...

1.1 This test method covers out-of-doors exposure testing of finishes that are normally field-applied to thermal insulation and possibly include joints or joint sealants, or both. Such exposure is essential prior to the determination of certain physical properties when the finish is to be exposed to exterior weather conditions. This test method also indicates possible compatibility problems between the joint sealant and the finish as well as the ability of the finish to span a dry joint. This test method is not intended to evaluate mildew resistance, efflorescence, or chemical resistance.

Note 1: For testing free plastic films, see Practice D1435.

1.2 This test method does not prescribe the method of application, test duration, or inspection intervals.

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.


5.1 Both physical and chemical changes possibly occur from weather exposure, and these changes affect performance properties, service life, and maintenance schedules. For this reason, tests of properties relating to performance shall be made both before and after specific periods of outdoor exposure.

5.2 This test method recognizes that differing geographical locations, environmental conditions, differences between surface temperatures and ambient temperatures, and test durations have extremely varied effects upon the test results.

5.3 This test method is to be used for comparative qualitative testing.

SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number C488
Publication Date Sept. 1, 2016
Language en - English
Page Count 2
Revision Level 16
Supercedes
Committee C16.33
Publish Date Document Id Type View
Sept. 1, 2016 C0488-16 Revision
April 1, 2005 C0488-05 Revision
Sept. 1, 2023 C0488-16R23 Reaffirmation
Nov. 1, 2010 C0488-05R10 Reaffirmation
April 1, 2004 C0488-83R04 Reaffirmation
March 10, 1998 C0488-83R98 Reaffirmation