ASTM C67
Full Name
ASTM C67 – Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Clay Tile
Scope
ASTM C67 covers procedures for sampling and testing brick and structural clay tile. It outlines various test methods to evaluate the physical and mechanical properties of these materials, ensuring their suitability for construction purposes.
The scope of ASTM C67 includes:
- Sampling: it provides guidelines for obtaining representative samples of brick and structural clay tile from lots or shipments.
- Testing – it details various test methods, including:
- Modulus of rupture: measures the flexural strength of the material.
- Compressive strength: determines the material’s ability to withstand compressive loads.
- Absorption: measures the amount of water the material can absorb.
- Saturation coefficient: determines the rate at which the material absorbs water.
- Freezing and thawing: evaluates the material’s resistance to freeze-thaw cycles.
- Efflorescence: assesses the potential for salt deposits to form on the surface.
- Initial rate of absorption: measures the initial rate of water absorption.
- Size, warpage, and length change: evaluates dimensional stability and deformation.
- Void area: determines the percentage of voids in the material.
It’s important to note that not all test methods are applicable to every type of brick or structural clay tile. The standard specifies which tests are appropriate for different types of units.
By adhering to ASTM C67, manufacturers and users of brick and structural clay tile can ensure the quality and performance of these materials, leading to safer and more durable construction projects.
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Keywords
brick; structural clay tile; sampling; testing; modulus of rupture; compressive strength; absorption; saturation coefficient; freezing; thawing