1、Designation: C 1320 05 (Reapproved 2009)Standard Practice forInstallation of Mineral Fiber Batt and Blanket ThermalInsulation for Light Frame Construction1This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 1320; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adopti
2、on or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This practice covers procedures for the installation ofmineral fiber batt
3、and blanket thermal insulation in ceilings,attics, floors, and walls of new or existing housing and otherlight frame construction.1.2 This practice covers the installation process from pre-installation inspection through post-installation inspection. Itdoes not cover the production of the insulation
4、 materials.1.3 This practice is not intended to replace manufacturersinstallation instructions, but it shall be used in conjunction withsuch instructions. This practice is not intended to supersedelocal, state, or federal codes.1.4 This practice assumes that the installer possesses aworking knowledg
5、e of applicable codes and regulations, safetypractices, tools, equipment, and methods necessary for theinstallation of thermal insulation materials. It also assumes thatthe installer understands the fundamentals of construction thataffect the installation of insulation.1.5 The values stated in inch-
6、pound units are to be regardedas standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that are provided for information onlyand are not considered standard.1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
7、responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2C 168 Terminology Relating to Thermal InsulationC 665 Specification for Mineral-Fiber B
8、lanket Thermal In-sulation for Light Frame Construction and ManufacturedHousingC 755 Practice for Selection of Water Vapor Retarders forThermal InsulationD 3833/D 3833M Test Method for Water Vapor Transmis-sion of Pressure-Sensitive TapesE84 Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics ofBuilding
9、 Materials2.2 Other Standards:NFPA-31 Standard for the Installation of Oil BurningEquipment3NFPA-54 National Fuel Gas Code3NFPA-70 National Electric Code3NFPA-211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces,Vents andSolid-Fuel Burning Appliances3ICC International Residential Code4CPSC Product Safety Fact Shee
10、t No. 18, “The HomeElectrical System”53. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsDefinitions relating to thermal insulationin Terminology C 168 apply to terms used in this practice.3.2 Description of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.2.1 conditioned spacespace in a building that is servedby a heating or cooling s
11、ystem.3.2.2 installerthe person or persons who apply thermalinsulation materials in buildings whether or not such person orpersons have contracted with the owner to perform the work.3.2.3 mineral fiber batt and blanket thermal insulatingmaterialsthose materials that meet the minimum require-ments se
12、t forth in Specification C 665.3.2.4 ownerthe person, partnership, corporation, agency,or other entity who owns the building to be insulated whether1This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C16 on ThermalInsulation and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C16.23 on Blanket a
13、ndLoose Fill Insulation.Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2009. Published September 2009. Originallyapproved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as C 1320 05.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annu
14、al Book of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3Available from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 BatterymarchPark, Quincy, MA 02169-7471, http:/www.nfpa.org.4Available from International Code Council (ICC), 500 New Jersey Ave
15、., NW,6th Floor, Washington, DC 20001-2070, http:/www.iccsafe.org.5Available from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 4330 EastWest Hwy., Bethesda, MD 20814, http:/www.cpsc.gov.1Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United Sta
16、tes.such ownership is by virtue of deed, contract, or any otherinstrument for acquiring legal title under the laws of the Statein which the building is located.3.2.5 vapor retardermembrane or tape that has a watervapor permeance (perm) rating of 1 perm (5.7 3 1011kgPa1s1m2) or less as defined in Pra
17、ctice C 755 or TestMethod D 3833/D 3383M respectively.4. Significance and Use4.1 This practice recognizes that effectiveness, safety, anddurability of insulation depend not only on the quality of theinsulating materials but also on their proper installation.4.2 This practice provides general procedu
18、res that will helpto ensure installation of insulation in a safe and effectivemanner. It shall be noted that actual conditions in existingbuildings vary greatly and in some cases additional care shallbe taken to ensure effective and safe installation.5. Safety Precautions5.1 The installer shall wear
19、 proper clothing and equipmentas recommended by the insulation manufacturer.5.2 In areas where insulation is to be installed, componentsof the electrical system shall be in good condition. If there isreason to believe the electrical system is faulty, do not installinsulation in such areas until the
20、owner has been informed andrepair has been accomplished.NOTE 1The CPSC Product Safety Fact Sheet No. 18 has identified thefollowing signs of electrical deficiencies: lights dimming, fuses blowing,circuit breakers tripping frequently, electrical sparks and “glowing” fromreceptacles, light flickering,
21、 and coverplates on switches and outlets thatare warm or hot to the touch.6. Pre-installation Inspection and Preparation6.1 Inspect the roof, walls, ceilings, and attic floors toidentify areas where previous or existing moisture problemshave caused paint peeling, warpage, staining, visible fungusgro
22、wth, rotting, or other structural damage. Do not installinsulation in such areas until the owner has been informed andhas certified that these conditions have been corrected and theirsource(s) of moisture eliminated.6.2 Provide proper attic ventilation in accordance with localbuilding requirements o
23、r practices, such as the ICC Interna-tional Residential Code.6.3 When the attic has soffit vents at the eaves, makeprovisions to prevent insulation from blocking the vents andrestricting attic ventilation.6.4 Where insulation is to be installed beneath floors overcrawl spaces or on crawl space walls
24、, cover the ground surfacewith a vapor retarder.6.5 Provide proper crawl space ventilation in accordancewith local building requirements or practices, such as the ICCInternational Residential Code.6.6 Inspect attic floors for openings that might permitentrance of air from conditioned spaces below. D
25、o not installinsulation in such areas until the owner has been informed andhas certified that these conditions have been corrected.7. Installation Procedures7.1 General:7.1.1 Handle the insulation material in accordance with themanufacturers instructions and keep free of extraneous mate-rials. Keep
26、materials dry, off the ground, and protected fromwater.7.1.2 It is difficult to describe every situation that will beencountered by the insulation installer. In general, however, theinstaller shall be guided by the need to reduce heat flow aroundor through obstructions and to protect mechanical syst
27、ems.Wherever insulation is installed in a building, it is veryimportant that it fit snugly on all sides. If the insulation is toolong for a space, cut it to the correct size. If it is too short, cuta piece to fill the void.7.1.3 Install the insulation in such a way that the thicknessspecified by the
28、 manufacturer is met or exceeded. Avoidcompression of the insulation where ever possible. Failure toachieve the manufacturers labeled thickness will reduce theR-value.7.1.4 When a vapor retarder facing is provided with theinsulation, it can be pressure fit with no stapling or face stapledor inset st
29、apled. Both inset and face staple methods are widelyused and are acceptable procedures. Inset stapling is usuallypreferred by the wall finish trades because it allows adhesiveapplication of the wall board. Some areas require face stapling.Always check the local code requirements.7.1.4.1 Position the
30、 vapor retarder toward the winter-warmside, except in a hot, humid climate where local requirementsor practices differ regarding the placement of vapor retarders.7.1.4.2 Friction fit batts such as R13, R15, R21, R22, R30C,or R38C as well as kraft faced batts without attached staplingflanges do not h
31、ave to be stapled in place. The higher densityor increased glass batt width of these products helps hold themin place without a measurable loss in the moisture protection ofthe vapor retarder. Make sure the insulation facing is flush withthe face of the stud. The insulation shall fit snugly at the s
32、idesand ends.7.1.4.3 When inset stapling, gently press the insulation atthe sides of the framing cavity, usually about34 in. (19 mm),until the outside of the flange is flush with the face of theframing. When inset stapling between inclined or verticalframing members, as in cathedral ceilings or wall
33、s, startstapling at the top and work down. Use enough staples to holdthe insulation firmly in place and avoid gaps or fishmouthsbetween flanges and framing.7.1.4.4 When face stapling, place the insulation betweenframing members and check to be sure it fits the cavity at bothends. With facing materia
34、l flush with the face of the framing,the flanges will overlap the framing. Staple the flanges to theface of the framing, using enough staples to hold the insulationfirmly in place and avoid gaps and fishmouths. The flange ofthe faced insulation placed in the next cavity will overlap thepreviously st
35、apled flange. When more than one batt is used,pieces shall be snugly butted.7.1.5 Building insulations faced with kraft or standard foilhaving a flame spread index greater than 25 shall never be leftexposed as stated on the facing of the product. The facing shallbe covered and in substantial contact
36、 with an approved ceiling,wall, or floor construction material as required by the buildingC 1320 05 (2009)2codes. When supplied with stapling flanges inset and facestapling of these products are acceptable procedures.7.1.6 Maintain a 3-in. (75-mm) minimum air space aroundmotors, fans, blowers, heate
37、rs, other heat-producing devices,flues and chimneys, as specified by NFPA-31, NFPA-54, andNFPA-211.7.1.7 Maintain a 3-in. (75-mm) minimum air space aroundall sides of recessed lighting fixtures, unless such fixtures areapproved for installation in direct contact with insulation, ICrated, as specifie
38、d in NFPA-70. This includes fixture wiringcompartments and ballasts, and other heat-producing devices.Do not cover open areas above these devices; allow free aircirculation, unless they are specifically approved for operationwhen covered with thermal insulation. Allow devices that mayrequire periodi
39、c servicing to remain accessible after the insu-lation is installed.7.2 Walls:7.2.1 Carefully fill any small spaces remaining aroundwindows, doors, or wall cavity obstructions with insulation.Patch the vapor retarder with vapor retarder tape where it hasbeen interrupted in these areas, including any
40、 remaining fishmouths or gaps between flanges and framing.7.2.2 Caulk, gasket, or otherwise seal around all otherpenetrations of the interior wall, including plumbing, electrical,heat registers, and grills.7.2.3 Insulate junction boxes for wall switches and conve-nience outlets at outside walls betw
41、een the rear of the box andthe sheathing. Place insulation behind the junction box, and ifnecessary, cut insulation to fit snugly around it. Where electri-cal wiring passes through a stud cavity and is located close tothe inside wall surface, insulation shall be pressed behind thewiring. When the wi
42、ring is in the center of the cavity, eithermake a shallow cut in the insulation to allow the wiring to passthrough the insulation or split the insulation lengthwise andsandwiched the wiring within.7.2.4 Place insulation between the piping in exterior wallsand the exterior wall sheathing. Sidewalls w
43、here plumbingfixtures are to be placed shall be insulated before the fixturesare installed. To guard against pipes freezing, insulation shallnever be placed between piping and the warm side of the wall.7.3 Attics, Ceilings, and Floors:7.3.1 When installing insulation around trusses or crossbracing o
44、f ceiling or floor joists, care shall be taken to ensurethat the insulation material is of the proper width, fits tightlyaround these obstructions, and that there are no gaps in theinsulation.7.3.2 Use only full width (typically 16 or 24 in. wide) battsor blankets when insulating between attic truss
45、es and ceilingjoists below open attic spaces. When insulating with twolayers, the first layer of insulation shall be at least the sameheight as the bottom structural member.Apply the second layercrosswise to the joists. For single layer applications, useinsulation thicker than the bottom structural
46、member and makesure the tops of adjacent batts or blankets meet and cover thestructural members where unobstructed.7.3.3 Install floor insulation between floor joists to fit snuglyin the joist areas in contact with the floor and support with suchthings as wire fasteners, screening, or nylon mesh hel
47、d in placeby stapling or nailing.7.3.4 Install insulation around air vents in a manner that willensure free movement of air through the vents into the attic orcrawl space.7.3.5 Fit the attic side of access doors or panels with aninsulation batt (or equivalent material) except where there is aretract
48、able ladder or other equipment attached. Anchor theinsulation to the door or panel with staples or adhesive.8. Post-installation Inspection8.1 Ensure that no gaps or areas exist where insulation isunnecessarily compressed. Examples are behind piping andelectrical wiring. When inset stapling, minimal
49、 compressionshall be used to fasten the facing flanges.8.2 Ensure that insulation does not restrict vents so thatminimum attic ventilation requirements specified in 6.2,orcrawl space ventilation requirements specified in 6.5 of thispractice are met.8.3 Ensure that insulation material is not in the air spaces,specified in 7.1.6 and 7.1.7 of this practice, around and abovemotors, fans, blowers, heaters, recessed lighting fixtures, bal-lasts, wiring compartments, and other heat-producing devices.Turn off electric power while performing this inspection.8.4 Ensure th
