ASTM C499-09

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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation:C499–78 (Reapproved 2003) Designation: C 499 – 09
Standard Test Method for
Facial Dimensions and Thickness of Flat, Rectangular
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Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 499; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the facial dimensions and thickness of flat, rectangular ceramic wall and floor
tile. This test method covers tile as defined in Terminology C 242.
1.2
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
C 242 Terminology of Ceramic Whitewares and Related Products
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 major facial dimension—the overall length or width of the tile, including the lugs on opposite sides.
3.1.2 major thickness—the thickness of tile, including any maximum protuberances or ridges on the back.
3.1.3 minor facial dimension—the length or width of the tile exclusive of the lugs.
3.1.4 minor thickness—the thickness of tile that does not include maximum protuberances or ridges.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This test method provides a means of determining whether a lot of tile meets specifications of variations in size and
thickness. In specifications, the nominal size always refers to the minor facial dimension and the nominal thickness of a tile always
refers to the major thickness.
5. Apparatus
5.1 Asuitable measuring device such as a micrometer or dial indicator, reading in 0.001-in. (0.025-mm) divisions and accurate
to 60.001 in. (60.025 mm), shall be used. If a dial indicator is used, suitable jigs for holding the tile and the indicator shall be
provided.
6. Test Specimens
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6.1Select tile specimens at random from the lot to be tested. For tile smaller than 6 in. (38.7 cm ) in facial area, use at least ten
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specimens for each test; for tile 6 in. or larger in facial area, use at least five specimens for each test. The same specimens may
be used for the determination of facial dimensions and thickness. Brush the specimens to remove all adhering particles of clay or
sand.
6.1 At least ten tile specimens shall be selected at random from the lot to be tested. The same specimens may be used for the
determination of facial dimensions and thickness. Brush the specimens to remove all adhering particles of clay or sand.
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This test method is underthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeC21onCeramicWhitewaresandRelatedProductsandisthedirectresponsibilityofSubcommitteeC21.06
on Ceramic Tile.
Current edition approved Oct.Jan. 1, 2003.2009. Published October 2003.January 2009. Originally approved in 1962. Last previous edition approved in 19992003 as
C 499 – 78 (1999). (2003).
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
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C499–09
7. Procedure
7.1 Major Facial Dimension—Measure the length of the tile to the nearest 0.001 in. (0.025 mm) across two pairs of opposite
lugs. Follow the same procedure for measuring the width of the tile. For tile whose lugs are not arranged opposite each other, it
may be necessary to use a jig to obtain the major facial dimensions. For square tile, average all four measurements and call the
result the average major dimension. For oblong tile, average the two length measurements and call the result the average major
length of the tile; average the two width measurements and call the result the average major width of the tile.
7.2 Minor Facial Dimension—Measure the length of the tile exclusive of the lugs to the nearest 0.001 in. (0.025 mm) in two
places. Follow the same procedure for measuring the width exclusive of the lugs. Points of measurement shall be at
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This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation:C499–78 (Reapproved 2003) Designation: C 499 – 09
Standard Test Method for
Facial Dimensions and Thickness of Flat, Rectangular
1
Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 499; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the facial dimensions and thickness of flat, rectangular ceramic wall and floor
tile. This test method covers tile as defined in Terminology C 242.
1.2
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
C 242 Terminology of Ceramic Whitewares and Related Products
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 major facial dimension—the overall length or width of the tile, including the lugs on opposite sides.
3.1.2 major thickness—the thickness of tile, including any maximum protuberances or ridges on the back.
3.1.3 minor facial dimension—the length or width of the tile exclusive of the lugs.
3.1.4 minor thickness—the thickness of tile that does not include maximum protuberances or ridges.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This test method provides a means of determining whether a lot of tile meets specifications of variations in size and
thickness. In specifications, the nominal size always refers to the minor facial dimension and the nominal thickness of a tile always
refers to the major thickness.
5. Apparatus
5.1 Asuitable measuring device such as a micrometer or dial indicator, reading in 0.001-in. (0.025-mm) divisions and accurate
to 60.001 in. (60.025 mm), shall be used. If a dial indicator is used, suitable jigs for holding the tile and the indicator shall be
provided.
6. Test Specimens
2 2
6.1Select tile specimens at random from the lot to be tested. For tile smaller than 6 in. (38.7 cm ) in facial area, use at least ten
2
specimens for each test; for tile 6 in. or larger in facial area, use at least five specimens for each test. The same specimens may
be used for the determination of facial dimensions and thickness. Brush the specimens to remove all adhering particles of clay or
sand.
6.1 At least ten tile specimens shall be selected at random from the lot to be tested. The same specimens may be used for the
determination of facial dimensions and thickness. Brush the specimens to remove all adhering particles of clay or sand.
1
This test method is underthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeC21onCeramicWhitewaresandRelatedProductsandisthedirectresponsibilityofSubcommitteeC21.06
on Ceramic Tile.
Current edition approved Oct.Jan. 1, 2003.2009. Published October 2003.January 2009. Originally approved in 1962. Last previous edition approved in 19992003 as
C 499 – 78 (1999). (2003).
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
1

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C499–09
7. Procedure
7.1 Major Facial Dimension—Measure the length of the tile to the nearest 0.001 in. (0.025 mm) across two pairs of opposite
lugs. Follow the same procedure for measuring the width of the tile. For tile whose lugs are not arranged opposite each other, it
may be necessary to use a jig to obtain the major facial dimensions. For square tile, average all four measurements and call the
result the average major dimension. For oblong tile, average the two length measurements and call the result the average major
length of the tile; average the two width measurements and call the result the average major width of the tile.
7.2 Minor Facial Dimension—Measure the length of the tile exclusive of the lugs to the nearest 0.001 in. (0.025 mm) in two
places. Follow the same procedure for measuring the width exclusive of the lugs. Points of measurement shall be at
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