ASTM D6153-23

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Designation: D6153 − 15 D6153 − 23
Standard Specification for
Materials for Bridge Deck Waterproofing Membrane
Systems
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6153; 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
1.1 This specification covers deck waterproofing membrane systems designed for use on bridge decks which will receive an
asphaltic concrete overlay.
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 text of this standard references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes
(excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the standard.
1.4 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.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D146D146/D146M Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Bitumen-Saturated Felts and Woven Fabrics for Roofing and
Waterproofing
D5167 Practice for Melting of Hot-Applied Joint and Crack Sealant and Filler for Evaluation
E96/E96M Test Methods for Gravimetric Determination of Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Materials
3. Classification
3.1 Bridge deck waterproofing membrane systems covered in this specification include three types:
3.1.1 Type I—Cold applied elastomeric.
3.1.2 Type II—Hot applied elastomeric.
3.1.3 Type III—Preformed sheet membrane.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road and Paving Materials and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D04.32 on Bridges
and Structures.
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2015May 1, 2023. Published February 2015May 2023. Originally approved in 1997. Last previous edition approved in 20072015 as
D6153 – 97 (2007).D6153 – 15. DOI: 10.1520/D6153-15.10.1520/D6153-23.
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4. General Requirements
4.1 Type I covers cold liquid-applied chemically curing membrane materials that may be applied to a bridge deck to prevent the
passage of water from the bituminousasphalt surface course to or through the bridge deck. A membrane protection course, as
specified by the membrane manufacturer, is required.
4.2 Type II covers hot applied elastomeric membrane systems that prevent the passage of water from the bituminousasphalt
surface course to or through the bridge deck. A membrane protection course, as specified by the membrane manufacturer, is
required.
4.3 Type III covers preformed sheet membrane systems which prevent the passage of water from the bituminousasphalt surface
course to or through the bridge deck.
5. Physical Properties
5.1 Type I, II, and III:
5.1.1 Permeability shall be determined in accordance with Test Method E96/E96M water method.
5.1.2 Pliability shall be determined in accordance with Test Method D146D146/D146M, except that the test temperature of the
test specimen shall be 0°F (–18°C)0 °F (–18 °C) after 24 h and 180° bend over a ⁄4-in. (6-mm) in. (6 mm) mandrel.
6. Performance Requirements
6.1 Bridge deck protective membrane materials shall be proposed as systems that shall specify each of the installation components
within the system and state the rates of applications, and so forth, where applicable. Materials which are combined in accordance
with the system proposal shall meet the requirements stated in performance (applications) specification. Membrane, when tested
at the manufacturer’s recommended rate of application, shall meet the minimum requirements as stated in Table 1.
7. Sampling
7.1 Type I—The purchaser shall have the right to sample and test the material at any point prior to being incorporated into the
work, to ensure that the material conforms to the specified requirements. If sampled at the point of manufacture, it shall be the
responsibility of the manufacturer to determine that the samples taken are representative of the batches or lots proposed for
shipment. Samples for testing shall consist of not less than a total sample of 10 lb (4.5 kg) or 1 gal (3.8 L) of liquid sealant
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