ASTM C0473-19 - Standard Test Methods for Physical Testing of Gypsum Panel Products
Standard Test Methods for Physical Testing of Gypsum Panel Products
| Standard number: | ASTM C0473-19 |
| Released: | 01.10.2019 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 18 |
| Section: | 04.01 |
| Keywords: | absorption testing; core hardness testing; dimension measurements; edge hardness testing; end hardness testing; flexural strength; gypsum panel products; humidified sag; nail pull testing; |
1.1 These test methods cover the physical testing of gypsum panel products.
1.2 The test methods appear in the following order:
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| Section |
| Flexural Strength (Method A) | 7 |
| Core, End and Edge Hardness (Method A) | 8 |
| Nail Pull Resistance (Method A) | 9 |
| Flexural Strength (Method B) | 11 |
| Core, End and Edge Hardness (Method B) | 12 |
| Nail Pull Resistance (Method B) | 13 |
| Humidified Deflection | 14 |
| End Squareness | 15 |
| Nominal Thickness | 16 |
| Recessed- or Tapered Edge Depth | 17 |
| Width | 18 |
| Length | 19 |
| Water Resistance of Core-Treated Water-Repellent | |
| Surface Water Resistance of Gypsum Panel Products | |
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard with the exception of weight of samples in SI gram units. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 The text of these test methods references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes, excluding those in tables and figures, shall not be considered as requirements of these test methods.
1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.