ASTM D8480-23 - Standard Test Method for Determining the Tensile Strength of GCCM Materials

1.1 The purpose of the proposed test method is to determine the tensile strength of cured/hydrated GCCM materials to include reporting the initial tensile strength (first crack in the cementitious layer) and final tensile strength for GCCMs as supplied and in a weathered state with the geosynthetic top layer(s) removed.

1.2 As a performance test, this method will be used relatively infrequently and to test large lots of material. This test is not intended for routine quality control testing of GCCMs.

1.3 The values in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Values in inch-pound units are in parentheses for information.

1.4 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.

1.5 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.