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ASTM C553 - 11 Standard Specification Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for C Industrial Applications

Active Standard ASTM C553 Developed by Subcommittee: C1 Volume: 04.06

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ASTM C553
Abstract

This specification covers the classification, composition, phys properties, and dimensions of mineral fiber (rock, slag, or glas intended for use as thermal insulation on surfaces at certain tem The orientation of the fibers within the blanket is primarily pa principal surface (face). The mineral fiber blanket insulation s classified into seven types: Types I, II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII. classification is based upon the insulations' maximum use tem apparent thermal conductivity. Mineral fiber blanket insulation composed of rock, slag, or glass processed from the molten sta fibrous form bonded with an organic or inorganic binder, or bo Asbestos shall not be used as an ingredient or component part product. Different test methods shall be performed on the insu determine the following properties: odor emission, corrosiven non-fibrous content, maximum use temperature, maximum ex temperature rise, apparent thermal conductivity, water vapor s flexibility, rigidity, and surface burning characteristics.

This abstract is a brief summary of the referenced standard. It informational only and not an official part of the standard; the the standard itself must be referred to for its use and applicati does not give any warranty express or implied or make any re

that the contents of this abstract are accurate, complete or up 1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the classification, composition, p properties, and dimensions of mineral fiber (rock, slag, or glas intended for use as thermal insulation on surfaces operating at temperatures between 0F (-18C) and 1200F (649C). For sp applications, the actual temperature limits shall be agreed upo the supplier and the purchaser.

1.2 The orientation of the fibers within the blanket is primarily the principal surface (face). This specification does not cover pipe and tank wrap insulation where the insulation has been cu fabricated to provide a fiber orientation that is perpendicular to (face).

1.3 For satisfactory performance, properly installed protective retarders must be used in below ambient temperature applicati reduce movement of water vapor through or around the insula the colder surface. Failure to use a vapor retarder can lead to i and system damage. Refer to Practice C921 to aid material sel Although vapor retarders are not part of this specification, pro required in Specification C1136 are pertinent to application or performance.

1.4 This standard does not purport to provide the performance requirements of hourly-rated fire systems. Consult the manufa the appropriate system.

1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions that are provided for information only and are not considered s

1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety c associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of thi establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) ASTM Standards

C167 Test Methods for Thickness and Density of Blanket or B Insulations

C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation C177 Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate A C390 Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Thermal Insul C411 Test Method for Hot-Surface Performance of High-Tem Thermal Insulation C447 Practice for Estimating the Maximum Use Temperature Insulations C518 Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission Pro Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus C665 Specification for Mineral-Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulat Frame Construction and Manufactured Housing C680 Practice for Estimate of the Heat Gain or Loss and the S Temperatures of Insulated Flat, Cylindrical, and Spherical Sys of Computer Programs C795 Specification for Thermal Insulation for Use in Contact Austenitic Stainless Steel C921 Practice for Determining the Properties of Jacketing Ma Thermal Insulation C1045 Practice for Calculating Thermal Transmission Propert Steady-State Conditions C1058 Practice for Selecting Temperatures for Evaluating and Thermal Properties of Thermal Insulation C1101/C1101M Test Methods for Classifying the Flexibility o Mineral Fiber Blanket and Board Insulation C1104/C1104M Test Method for Determining the Water Vapo of Unfaced Mineral Fiber Insulation C1114 Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission P Means of the Thin-Heater Apparatus C1136 Specification for Flexible, Low Permeance Vapor Reta Thermal Insulation C1304 Test Method for Assessing the Odor Emission of Therm Insulation Materials C1335 Test Method for Measuring Non-Fibrous Content of M Rock and Slag Mineral Fiber Insulation C1338 Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance of Insu Materials and Facings E84 Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Build Materials Other Referenced Documents

Keywords

blanket; glass fiber; high temperature; mineral fiber insulation shot; shot content; slag fiber; Blanket thermal insulation--spec Industrial buildings/developments--specifications; Mineral fib insulation--specifications; Odor--thermal insulation materials; analysis--odor; Water absorption--thermal insulating materials

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ICS Number Code 91.100.60 (Thermal and sound insulating m

DOI: 10.1520/C0553-11 ASTM International is a member of CrossRef.

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