ASTM C1586
Full Name
ASTM C1586 – Standard Guide for Quality Assurance of Mortars
Scope
ASTM C1586 provides guidance on the proper use of ASTM C270 (Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry) and ASTM C780 (Test Method for Preconstruction and Construction Evaluation of Mortars for Plain and Reinforced Unit Masonry) in evaluating masonry mortar.
The scope of ASTM C1586 includes:
- Clarifying the use of ASTM C270 and ASTM C780: the guide aims to address common misunderstandings and misuses of these standards, promoting their correct interpretation and application in specifying and evaluating masonry mortar. It provides guidance on specifying masonry mortar by either proportion or property specifications, but not both.
- Guidance for various stakeholders: the document offers information to designers, specifiers, inspectors, testing agencies, producers, and users involved in masonry construction. this helps them make informed decisions regarding mortar selection, testing, and quality assurance.
- Proportion specifications vs. property specifications: ASTM C1586 explains the difference between these two approaches for specifying mortar. Proportion specifications define the ratios of ingredients, while property specifications focus on performance characteristics. The guide also outlines the testing requirements associated with each approach.
- Quality assurance program: the guide provides guidance on implementing a comprehensive quality assurance program for masonry mortar. This includes both laboratory testing for compliance with specified properties and field verification of mortar proportions during construction.
Overall, ASTM C1586 serves as a valuable resource for anyone involved in the specification, production, or evaluation of masonry mortar. It ensures that the materials and processes used meet the required standards for quality and performance in masonry construction.
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Resources
Keywords
mortar; quality assurance; specification; testing; evaluation; construction; properties; proportion; aggregate