ASTM C12-09

ASTM C12-09 - 1.10.2009

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers the proper methods of installing vitrified clay pipe lines in order to fully utilize the structural properties of such pipe.

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

C301-18(2022)	Standard Test Methods for Vitrified Clay Pipe
C923-18	Standard Specification for Resilient Connectors Between Reinforced Concrete Manhole Structures, Pipes, and Laterals
C700-18(2022)	Standard Specification for Vitrified Clay Pipe, Extra Strength, Standard Strength, and Perforated
C828-23	Standard Test Method for Low-Pressure Air Test of Vitrified Clay Pipe Lines
C896-24	Standard Terminology Relating to Clay Products
C1091-03	Standard Test Method for Hydrostatic Infiltration and Exfiltration Testing of Vitrified Clay Pipe Lines
D2487-17(2025)	Standard Practice for Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)
C403/C403M-23	Standard Test Method for Time of Setting of Concrete Mixtures by Penetration Resistance
C425-22	Standard Specification for Compression Joints for Vitrified Clay Pipe and Fittings
D2488-26	Standard Practice for Description and Identification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Visual-Manual Procedures)
D4832-16	Standard Test Method for Preparation and Testing of Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM) Test Cylinders
D5821-13(2025)	Standard Test Method for Determining the Percentage of Fractured Particles in Coarse Aggregate
D6103-04	Standard Test Method for Flow Consistency of Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM) (Withdrawn 2013)