ASTM C1224-22 - 1.11.2022
 
1. Scope

1.1?This specification covers the general requirements and physical properties of reflective insulations for use in building applications. These insulation materials consist of one or more low emittance surfaces, such as metallic foil or metallic deposits, unmounted or mounted on substrates. Reflective insulations derive thermal performance from surfaces with an emittance of 0.1 or less, facing enclosed air spaces.

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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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

C518-21

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

C1338-19(2022)

Standard Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance of Insulation Materials and Facings

C1258-21a

Standard Test Method for Elevated Temperature and Humidity Resistance of Vapor Retarders for Insulation (Includes all amendments and changes 9/27/2021).

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).

C168-22

Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation

C1371-15(2022)

Standard Test Method for Determination of Emittance of Materials Near Room Temperature Using Portable Emissometers

E84-23d

Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials (Includes all amendments and changes 1/29/2024).

E96/E96M-23

Standard Test Methods for Gravimetric Determination of Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Materials

E2599-22

Standard Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Reflective Insulation, Radiant Barrier and Vinyl Stretch Ceiling Materials for Building Applications to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics

Creasing of Flexible Packaging Material Paper Specimens for Testing Available from Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI), 15 Technology Parkway South, Norcross, GA 30092, http://www.tappi.org.

C1363-19

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

C727-19

Standard Practice for Installation and Use of Reflective Insulation in Building Constructions

C390-08(2019)

Standard Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Thermal Insulation Lots