ASTM C1314
Full Name
ASTM C1314 – Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Masonry Prisms
Scope
ASTM C1314 outlines the procedures for constructing, testing, and determining the compressive strength of masonry prisms. This includes both prisms constructed in a laboratory setting and those obtained from existing masonry structures. The primary purpose is to verify that masonry materials used in construction result in masonry that meets the specified compressive strength requirements.
The scope of ASTM C1314 covers:
- Construction and testing of masonry prisms: the standard provides detailed guidelines on how to build masonry prisms in a controlled environment and outlines the specific procedures for conducting compression tests on these prisms.
- Determination of compressive strength: the standard establishes the methodology for calculating the compressive strength of masonry based on the test results obtained from the prisms.
- Verification of specified compressive strength: the primary goal of the standard is to provide a means to verify that the masonry used in a construction project meets the specified compressive strength outlined in the project’s design and specifications.
- Evaluation of in-place masonry: ASTM C1314 also covers procedures for determining the compressive strength of prisms obtained from existing masonry structures, allowing for the evaluation of the strength characteristics of in-place masonry.
- Research applications: the standard can also be used as a guideline for research purposes, providing control parameters for constructing and testing masonry prisms in research settings.
It’s important to note that ASTM C1314 focuses on the compressive strength testing of masonry prisms and does not address other aspects of masonry construction like flexural strength, shear strength, or durability.
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Keywords
compressive strength; masonry prism; testing; construction; mortar; grout; specimen; capping