ASTM C1149-97 - 10.6.1997
 
1. Scope

1.1 The specification covers the physical properties of self-supported spray applied cellulosic fibers intended for use as thermal or acoustical insulation, or both.

1.2 This specification covers chemically treated cellulosic materials intended for pneumatic applications where temperatures do not exceed 82.2°C (180°F) and where temperatures will routinely remain below 65.6°C (150°F).

1.2.1 Type I -Material applied with liquid adhesive and suitable for either exposed or enclosed applications.

1.2.2 Type II -Materials containing a dry adhesive that is activated by water during installation and intended only for enclosed or covered applications.

1.3 This is a material specification only and is not intended to deal with methods of application that are supplied by the manufacturer.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The inch-pound units given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 When the installation or use of insulation materials, accessories, and systems may pose safety or health problems, the manufacturer shall provide the user appropriate current information regarding any known problems associated with the recommended use of the company's products, and shall also recommend protective measures to be employed in their safe utilization. The user shall establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements prior to use.

1.6 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 prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E84-26a

Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials (Includes all amendments and changes 4/15/2026).

C168-25

Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation

C518-21

Standard Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus

C739-25

Standard Specification for Cellulosic Fiber Loose-Fill Thermal Insulation

C1363-24

Standard Test Method for Thermal Performance of Building Materials and Envelope Assemblies by Means of a Hot Box Apparatus

E736-00

Standard Test Method for Cohesion/Adhesion of Sprayed Fire-Resistive Materials Applied to Structural Members

E759-92(2000)

Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members

E859-93(2000)

Standard Test Method for Air Erosion of Sprayed Fire-Resistive Materials (SFRMs) Applied to Structural Members

E605-93(2000)

Standard Test Methods for Thickness and Density of Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material (SFRM) Applied to Structural Members

C177-19e1

Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus (Includes all amendments and changes 2/23/2023).