ASTM C1372
Full Name
ASTM C1372 – Standard Specification for Dry-Cast Segmental Retaining Wall Units
Scope
ASTM C1372 outlines the material, physical, and dimensional requirements for dry-cast segmental retaining wall units. These units are designed for use in constructing mortarless segmental retaining walls. The scope of ASTM C1372 encompasses the following:
- Material requirements:
- Specifies the use of hydraulic cement, water, and suitable mineral aggregates in the manufacture of dry-cast segmental retaining wall units.
- Allows for the inclusion of other materials as per the purchaser’s specifications.
- Physical requirements:
- Establishes minimum compressive strength requirements for the units.
- Defines maximum limits for absorption and density of the units.
- May include additional requirements for specific features like weight density classification, surface texture, finish, color, or other special features as specified by the purchaser.
- Dimensional requirements:
- Sets tolerances for the dimensions of the units to ensure proper fit and function during installation.
- Addresses permissible variations in dimensions due to manufacturing processes.
- Sampling and testing:
- Provides guidelines for sampling and testing procedures to verify compliance with the specified requirements.
- References other ASTM standards for testing methods to be used for various properties.
- Acceptance criteria: specifies the criteria for acceptance or rejection of the units based on test results and visual inspection.
It is important to note that ASTM C1372 focuses primarily on the properties of the dry-cast segmental retaining wall units themselves and does not cover aspects like design, installation, or long-term performance of the retaining wall system.
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Keywords
absorption; concrete; compressive strength; density; dimensions; dry-cast; segmental retaining wall; tolerances; units