ASTM C681-14(2019)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Volatility of Oil- and Resin-Based, Knife-Grade, Channel Glazing Compounds
Standard Test Method for Volatility of Oil- and Resin-Based, Knife-Grade, Channel Glazing Compounds
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method provides a guide as to the amount of volatile matter that will be emitted from a channel glazing compound when tested by this test method.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method describes the determination of the volatility of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing compounds.
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 The subcommittee with jurisdiction is not aware of any similar ISO standard.
1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Apr-2019
- Technical Committee
- C24 - Building Seals and Sealants
- Drafting Committee
- C24.20 - General Test Methods
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2017
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2012
- Effective Date
- 15-Jan-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2011
- Effective Date
- 15-Jan-2011
Overview
ASTM C681-14(2019): Standard Test Method for Volatility of Oil- and Resin-Based, Knife-Grade, Channel Glazing Compounds provides an industry-accepted process for measuring the volatile content in channel glazing compounds. This standard, developed by ASTM International, is essential for manufacturers, specifiers, laboratories, and quality control professionals who work with oil- and resin-based, knife-grade glazing compounds used in various building and construction applications. It contributes significantly to ensuring the performance and quality of glazing products by quantifying the amount of volatile matter that can be emitted during application or service.
Key Topics
- Scope: The method specifically addresses the volatility of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing compounds, typically used for sealing glass in metal channels.
- Measurement Approach: Volatility is determined by conditioning a thoroughly mixed representative sample, measuring its mass before and after exposure to a controlled temperature in a forced-draft oven, then calculating the loss in mass to determine volatile content.
- Units of Measurement: Standard results are reported in inch-pound units; any SI conversions are for information purposes only.
- Standard Conditions: Testing and sample preparation are performed under defined controlled conditions for temperature and humidity to ensure reproducibility.
- Precision and Reporting: Results are reported as the percentage of volatile matter, accurate to the nearest 0.5%. The multioperator precision is ±0.5%, ensuring consistency across laboratories.
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Users must determine and implement appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices when applying this standard.
Applications
- Quality Control: Testing the volatility of glazing compounds helps manufacturers verify product formulations and ensure consistent quality, critical for performance in real-world conditions.
- Product Development: R&D teams use this method to refine or compare new oil- and resin-based glazing compounds, optimizing volatility characteristics for application performance.
- Specification Compliance: Contractors and specifiers rely on documented volatility values to select glazing compounds that comply with project or regulatory requirements.
- Performance Assessment: The method helps predict potential outgassing issues, which can affect both the installation process and the long-term durability of the glazing system.
- Supplier Evaluation: Purchasers and quality assurance personnel utilize this standard when qualifying new suppliers or evaluating product lots for acceptance.
Related Standards
- ASTM C717: Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants - Provides definitions for key terms used in ASTM C681 to ensure clarity and consistency.
- No Equivalent ISO Standard: As of the latest edition, there is no directly equivalent ISO standard for volatility testing of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing compounds.
- Other Relevant ASTM Standards: Those involved in building materials testing may refer to additional ASTM standards covering sealant properties, glazing methods, and material compatibility.
Practical Value
Adhering to ASTM C681-14(2019) enables industry stakeholders to:
- Ensure glazing compounds meet performance expectations and contractual specifications
- Improve product reliability and end-user satisfaction
- Facilitate regulatory compliance in international markets
- Support robust, comparable data across suppliers and testing laboratories
Utilizing this standard is a key step towards delivering high-quality, durable glazing solutions for building projects worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM C681-14(2019) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Test Method for Volatility of Oil- and Resin-Based, Knife-Grade, Channel Glazing Compounds". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 5.1 This test method provides a guide as to the amount of volatile matter that will be emitted from a channel glazing compound when tested by this test method. SCOPE 1.1 This test method describes the determination of the volatility of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing compounds. 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 The subcommittee with jurisdiction is not aware of any similar ISO standard. 1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 5.1 This test method provides a guide as to the amount of volatile matter that will be emitted from a channel glazing compound when tested by this test method. SCOPE 1.1 This test method describes the determination of the volatility of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing compounds. 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 The subcommittee with jurisdiction is not aware of any similar ISO standard. 1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM C681-14(2019) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM C681-14(2019) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM C681-14, ASTM C717-19, ASTM C717-18, ASTM C717-17a, ASTM C717-17, ASTM C717-16a, ASTM C717-16, ASTM C717-14a, ASTM C717-14, ASTM C717-13, ASTM C717-12b, ASTM C717-12a, ASTM C717-12, ASTM C717-11a, ASTM C717-11. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: C681 − 14 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Test Method for
Volatility of Oil- and Resin-Based, Knife-Grade, Channel
Glazing Compounds
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C681; 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.
1. Scope into an oven for a period of 3 h. After cooling, the test
specimen is reweighed and the percent of volatile matter
1.1 This test method describes the determination of the
calculated.
volatility of oil- and resin-based, knife-grade, channel glazing
compounds.
5. Significance and Use
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
5.1 This test method provides a guide as to the amount of
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
volatile matter that will be emitted from a channel glazing
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
compound when tested by this test method.
and are not considered standard.
6. Apparatus
1.3 The subcommittee with jurisdiction is not aware of any
6.1 Cabinet or Room, capable of maintaining standard
similar ISO standard.
conditions of temperature and relative humidity as defined in
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
C717 for extended periods of time.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
6.2 Forced-Draft Oven, capable of maintaining a tempera-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
ture of 220 6 5°F (104 6 3°C) for extended periods of time.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
6.3 Dish, aluminum foil, 2.5 in. (64 mm) in diameter by
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
0.75 in. (19 mm) deep, with a flat bottom.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
6.4 Balance, laboratory analytical type.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
6.5 Steel Spatula or Putty Knife, with a blade about 4 in.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical (102 mm) long and 0.75 in. (19 mm) wide.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
6.6 Desiccator.
2. Referenced Documents 7. Procedure
2.1 ASTM Standards: 7.1 Condition a sample of channel glazing compound in a
C717 Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants tightly closed container 24 h at standard conditions prior to
testing. Mix the channel glazing compound thoroughly with a
3. Terminology
spatula to ensure uniformity of the sample to be tested.
3.1 Definitions—Refer to Terminology C717 for definitions
7.2 Weigh the aluminum foil dish to the nearest 0.01 g and
of the following terms: glazing, compound, channel, and
record the tare weight.
standard con
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