1、Designation: C 1248 08Standard Test Method forStaining of Porous Substrate by Joint Sealants1This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 1248; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A n
2、umber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This test method covers four types of laboratory tests todetermine if a joint sealant has a probability of staining aporous substrate (
3、such as marble, limestone, sandstone, andgranite). The tests are on compressed samples and include (1)storage under standard laboratory conditions, (2) storage in anoven, and (3) exposure in a fluorescent UV/condensationdevice, and (4) exposure in a xenon arc device.1.2 The values stated in SI units
4、 are to be regarded as thestandard. The values given in parentheses are for informationonly.1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health pract
5、ices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.1.4 The committee with jurisdiction over this standard is notaware of any comparable standards published by other orga-nizations.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2C 717 Terminology of Building Seals and SealantsC 1
6、442 Practice for Conducting Tests on Sealants UsingArtificial Weathering ApparatusG113 Terminology Relating to Natural and ArtificialWeathering Tests of Nonmetallic MaterialsG 151 Practice for Exposing Nonmetallic Materials in Ac-celerated Test Devices that Use Laboratory Light SourcesG 154 Practice
7、 for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatusfor UV Exposure of Nonmetallic MaterialsG 155 Practice for Operating Xenon Arc Light Apparatusfor Exposure of Non-Metallic Materials3. Terminology3.1 Definitions:3.1.1 Refer to Terminology C 717 and G113for definitionsof terms used in this test method.4. Sum
8、mary of Test Method4.1 In this test method standard joint specimens are com-pressed and clamped at the manufacturers rated movementcapability and subjected to the following treatments; (a) four ofthe specimens are stored at standard conditions while undercompression for up to 28 days; (b) four of th
9、e specimens areexposed in an oven while under compression for up to 28 days;(c) four of the specimens are exposed either in a fluorescentUV/condensation device or in a xenon arc device while undercompression for up to 28 days.4.1.1 This test method allows for additional exposure be-yond the minimum
10、28 day exposure period as described in 4.1.If it is desired to extend the exposure period beyond 28 days,prepare an additional six specimens for each extended expo-sure period. Of these six specimens prepared, two specimenseach should be stored as described in the three conditionsnamed in 4.1.4.2 Th
11、e effects of the test are evaluated by visual inspectionfor changes in surface appearance and average measurementsof any stain depth and stain width.4.3 This test method is applicable to any type of elastomericjoint sealant and any type of porous substrate.5. Significance and Use5.1 Staining of buil
12、ding materials is an aesthetically unde-sirable occurrence. This test method evaluates the likelihood ofa sealant causing an early stain on a porous substrate due toexudation of materials from the sealant. Since this is anaccelerated test, it does not necessarily predict that the testedsealants will
13、 not stain or discolor porous substrates over longerperiods of time.6. Apparatus6.1 Forced-Draft Oven.6.2 Exposure Apparatus:6.2.1 Fluorescent UV/condensation apparatus that conformsto the requirements in Practices G 151 and G 154 with UVA-340 type lamps.1This test method is under the jurisdiction o
14、fASTM Committee C24 on BuildingSeals and Sealants and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C24.40 onWeathering.Current edition approved April 1, 2008. Published April 2008. Originallyapproved in 1993. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as C 1248-06.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit t
15、he ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.1Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959,
16、 United States.6.2.2 Xenon-Arc apparatus that conforms to the require-ments in Practices G 151 and G 155 with daylight type filters.6.3 TFE-Fluorocarbon Spacers.6.4 Masking Tape.7. Test Specimens7.1 Substrates shall be 25 by 25 by 75 mm (1 by 1 by 3 in.).A total of 24 substrates are required to make
17、 the twelve testspecimens.7.1.1 If testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, prepare an additional twelve substrates to make the sixadditional test specimens as required in 4.1.1.NOTE 1The precision and bias statement is based on Vermont whitemarble and Bethel white granite substrates.7.2 Pr
18、imersWhen a primer is recommended by the seal-ant manufacturer, apply the primer to one substrate block ofeach test specimen. Apply the primer where the sealant will bein contact with the substrate.7.3 Preparation of Test Specimens:7.3.1 Standard conditions of temperature and relative hu-midity used
19、 throughout this test method are defined as 23 62C (73.4 6 3.6F) and 50 6 5 %, respectively.7.3.2 Multi-Component SealantsPrepare twelve testspecimens for each substrate that is to be used in the test. Aftermaintaining the unopened sample for at least 24 h at standardconditions, mix thoroughly for 5
20、 min at least 250 g of basecompound with the appropriate amount of curing agent. Applya bead of sealant 13 by 13 by 50 mm (12 by12 by 2 in.)between parallel 25 by 75 mm (1 by 3 in.) faces of substrates(see Fig. 1). Use appropriate spacers to form the proper sizebead. Use adhesive tape, rubber bands,
21、 or clamps to hold thetest specimen together before and after filling it with thesealant. In the case of a self leveling sealant, use masking orother suitable tape to retain the sealant. Use masking tape onthe top surface of substrates to prevent sealant from curing onthe finished surface. Remove th
22、e tape immediately followingfilling of the specimen joint cavity.7.3.3 Single-Component SealantsPrepare the specimensas described in 7.3.2 except that no mixing is required.Condition the sealed cartridge or bulk container at standardconditions for at least 24 h before use.8. Conditioning8.1 Cure spe
23、cimens for 21 days at standard conditions.Separate the TFE-fluorocarbon spacers from the sealant assoon as practical during the curing period without damagingthe sealant.NOTE 2The producer may request conditions other than standardconditions for the curing of single-component sealants provided they
24、meetthe following requirements: the curing period shall extend for 21 days; andthe temperature during the curing period shall not exceed 50C (122F).9. Procedure9.1 Compress all test specimens and clamp them at themanufacturers rated movement capability for the sealant beingtested.9.2 Store four comp
25、ressed specimens at standard condi-tions. Remove two after 14 days and two after 28 days.9.2.1 If testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, prepare an additional two compressed specimens atstandard conditions for each extended period, and removethose two compressed specimens at the end of ea
26、ch extendedperiod.9.3 Place four compressed specimens in an oven at 706 2C(158 6 3.6F). Remove two after 14 days and two after 28days.9.3.1 If testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, place an additional two compressed specimens in anoven at 70 6 2C (158 6 3.6F) for each extended period, an
27、dremove those two compressed specimens at the end of eachextended period.9.4 Expose four compressed samples in one of the labora-tory accelerated exposure devices listed below. Choice of typeof apparatus shall be by mutual agreement among the inter-ested parties. Because of differences in type of li
28、ght source andtest conditions, test results may differ with the type ofapparatus used. Consult Practices G 154 and G 155 for differ-ences in the spectral power distributions of the exposuresources and Practice C 1442 for differences in test parametersin the two types of apparatus specified.9.4.1 If
29、testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, similarly expose two additional compressed samples inthe devices as described in 9.4, for each extended period.9.4.2 Procedure for Fluorescent UV/CondensationApparatusOperate the device in accordance with the proce-dure in Section 7.3 of Practice C 1
30、442. Remove two specimensafter 14 days (336 h) and two after 28 days (672 h).FIG. 1 Stain Test SpecimenC12480829.4.2.1 If testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, similarly remove the two additional test specimensfrom the weathering device, after each extended period haselapsed.9.4.3 Proced
31、ure for Xenon-Arc ApparatusOperate thedevice in accordance with the procedure in Section 7.2 ofPractice C 1442. When operated at the preferred irradiancelevel of 0.51 W/(m2 nm) at 340 nm, remove two specimensafter 14 days (617 kJ/(m2 nm) at 340 nm) and two specimensafter 28 days (1234 kJ/(m2 nm) at
32、340 nm). See Annex A1 inC 1442 for determining the exposure time required to providethe same radiant exposure at other irradiance levels.9.4.3.1 If testing beyond the minimum 28 day exposureperiod, similarly remove the two additional test specimensafter each extended period has elapsed, from the Xen
33、on-ArcApparatus. When operated at the preferred irradiance level of0.51 W/(m2 nm) at 340 nm, the exposure is 44.07 kJ/(m2 nm)at 340 nm, per day of exposure.9.5 Allow specimens to cool at standard conditions for oneday. Examine the surface of the substrates (both pieces on eachspecimen) to determine
34、if the surface appearance has changedin any way. Measure the width of any stain in at least threeplaces. Record the average of the measurements to the nearest0.5 mm. If primer was used, record the stain width separatelyfor the primed and unprimed substrates on each specimen.9.6 Break the substrates
35、into two pieces along the 25 mmaxis (the final pieces will be approximately 40 by 25 by 25 mmin size). If there was a surface stain, break the substrates at thepoint of maximum surface stain. Measure the stain depth in atleast three places. Record the average of the measurements tothe nearest 0.5 mm
36、.10. Report10.1 Report the following information:10.1.1 Name of sealant, type of sealant, rated movementcapability and identifying batch number,10.1.2 Substrates used,10.1.3 Name and description of primers used, if any,10.1.4 Type of exposure apparatus, irradiance level andexposure cycle with test p
37、arameters.10.1.4.1 Report the total length (days) of exposure.10.1.5 Description of test effects observed, such as changein finished surface appearance, discoloration into the substrate,or other characteristics; average measurement of stain widthand depth,10.1.6 Description of, and reasons for any v
38、ariations fromthe test procedure,10.1.7 Statement describing curing conditions if other thanat standard conditions, and10.1.8 Record data on report form (see Fig. 2).11. Precision and Bias11.1 Repeatability (Ir)The repeatability (within a givenlaboratory) intervals for six test parameters tested by
39、fourlaboratories are listed in Table 1. In future use of this testmethod, the difference between two test results obtained in thesame laboratory on the same material will be expected toexceed the values in Table 1 only about 5 % of the time.11.2 Reproducibility (IR)The reproducibility (betweengiven
40、laboratories) intervals for six test parameters tested byfour laboratories are listed in Table 1. In future use of this testmethod, the difference between two test results obtained indifferent laboratories on the same material will be expected toexceed the values in Table 1 only about 5 % of the tim
41、e.11.3 Both UVA and UVB type bulbs were evaluated in theround robin testing. Negligible difference was found betweenthese two types of bulbs during this short exposure period.However, UVA bulbs are the recommended light sourceinasmuch as they more closely represent natural ultraviolet.12. Keywords12
42、.1 joint sealants; porous substrates; sealants; staining;ultraviolet exposureFIG. 2 Staining Test Report FormC1248083ASTM International takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with any item mentionedin this standard. Users of this standard are expressly
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45、. If you feel that your comments have not received a fair hearing you shouldmake your views known to the ASTM Committee on Standards, at the address shown below.This standard is copyrighted by ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959,United States. Ind
46、ividual reprints (single or multiple copies) of this standard may be obtained by contacting ASTM at the aboveaddress or at 610-832-9585 (phone), 610-832-9555 (fax), or serviceastm.org (e-mail); or through the ASTM website(www.astm.org).TABLE 1 Repeatability (Ir) and Reproducibility (IR)MaterialDepth
47、 of Stain (mm) Width of Stain (mm)Ir IR Ir IRPolyurethaneMarble 0.68 1.14 0.72 1.10Granite 1.02 2.29 1.25 3.56SiliconeMarble 2.72 10.35 3.14 6.69Granite 1.38 13.46 2.69 5.93PolysulfideMarble 2.74 12.73 1.42 3.62Granite 1.48 13.33 1.08 1.73LatexMarble 1.27 2.03 0.51 1.02Granite 1.02 2.03 0.76 1.78Styrene Block CopolymerMarble 0.51 1.52 0.25 0.76Granite 0.51 1.02 0.25 0.51Oil BaseMarble 5.08 6.10 4.83 7.11Granite 2.54 3.05 3.81 4.57C1248084
