ASTM C1183-91(1997)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Extrusion Rate of Elastomeric Sealants
Standard Test Method for Extrusion Rate of Elastomeric Sealants
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1.1 This test method includes two laboratory procedures for determining the extrusion rate of elastomeric sealants for use in building construction.
1.2 The values states in metric units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address the safety problems 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.
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Designation: C 1183 – 91 (Reapproved 1997)
Standard Test Method for
Extrusion Rate of Elastomeric Sealants
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 1183; 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 (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 5. Classification of Sealants
1.1 This test method covers two laboratory procedures for 5.1 The sealant shall be classified by type as follows:
determining the extrusion rate of elastomeric sealants for use in 5.1.1 Type S—single-component sealant, and
building construction. 5.1.2 Type M—multi-component sealant.
1.2 The values states in metric units are to be regarded as
6. Apparatus
the standard. The values in parentheses are for information
6.1 High Density Polyethylene Cartridge, with plunger and
only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the cap, 177 mL (6 fluid oz) capacity, with the front end having an
inside diameter of 13.7 6 0.05 mm (0.540 6 0.002 in.).
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
6.2 Metal Nozzle, threaded to fit threaded end of polyethyl-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica- ene cartridge with the dimensions given in Fig. 1.
6.3 Air Supply, to provide 280 6 7 kPa (40 6 1 psi)
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
pressure with appropriate fittings and air lines to attach to an air
2. Referenced Documents
powered gun for convenience of use.
2.1 ASTM Standards: 6.4 Caulking Gun, 177 mL (6 fluid oz) capacity, air pow-
C 717 Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants ered.
D 1475 Test Method for Density of Liquid Coatings, Inks 6.5 Time Device, a clock or stop-watch graduated in sec-
and Related Products onds.
D 2452 Test Method for Extrudability of Oil- and Resin- 6.6 Small Container, can, cup, and so forth, as receiver for
Base Caulking Compounds extruded sealant.
6.7 Balance, accurate to 60.1 g (0.035 oz).
3. Terminology
6.8 Pycnometer, or suitable apparatus to obtain a specific
3.1 Definitions—See Terminology C 717 for applicable
gravity.
definitions of the following terms: caulking, compound, elas- 6.9 Thermometer.
tomeric and nonsag sealant, sealant.
6.10 Spatula.
4. Significance and Use 7. Test Conditions
4.1 Sealants are supplied with various rheological properties
7.1 Unless otherwise specified by those authorizing the
ranging from pourable liquids to nonsagging pastes. Single- tests, standard conditions for all tests are 23 6 2°C (73.4 6
component sealants are supplied ready for use upon opening 3.6°F) and 50 6 5 % relative humidity.
the container. Multicomponent sealants are supplied as a base
8. Procedure
component(s) and a curing agent separately packaged. After
mixing the two or more parts, the sealant is ready for 8.1 Type S (Single-Component)
application. This test method is intended to provide a means to 8.1.1 Condition the unopened container of sealant for at
measure the extrusion rate spanning the range of rheological least 16 h at standard conditions.
properties. 8.1.2 Determine the specific gravity of the sealant as de-
4.2 This test method measures the volume of sealant ex- scribed in Test Method D 2452 or D 1475, or use another
truded in 1 min at a given pressure (kPa or psi). scientifically correct technique.
8.1.3 Place a sufficient amount of sealant into the polyeth-
ylene cartridge to fill it completely with the plunger in place,
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C-24 on
and level with the back of the cartridge.
Building Seals and Sealants and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C24.20
on General Test Methods.
NOTE 1—The cartridge filling is most easily accomplished by extruding
Current edition approved April 15, 1991. Published June 1991.
2 the sealant into the test cartridge through the nozzle end. Avoid any air
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 04.07.
entrapment as this will significantly affect the accuracy of the results.
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 06.01.
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C 1183 – 91 (1997)
NOTE 2—Curing times and conditions for multicomponent mixed
compounds may vary. Therefore, the length of time between mixing the
components and testing the extrusion rate may vary. Record the time from
mix completion to the start of the extrusion test.
9. Report
9.1 The report on the extrusion rate of Type S (single-
component), or Type M (multicomponent) sealants shall in-
clude the following information:
9.1.1 The trade name and other identification of the sealant,
9.1.2 The sealant type,
9.1.3
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