ASTM C1313-00 - 10.10.2000
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the general physical property requirements of radiant barrier materials for use in building construction. The scope is specifically limited to requirements for radiant barrier sheet materials that consist of at least one surface having a far-infrared emittance of 0.1 or less, such as metallic foils or metallic deposits mounted or unmounted on substrates.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods (Section 10) described in this specification. 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

C168-25

Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation

C390-08(2024)

Standard Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Thermal Insulation Lots

C1158-05

Standard Practice for Installation and Use of Radiant Barrier Systems (RBS) in Building Construction

D3310-00(2023)

Standard Test Method for Determining Corrosivity of Adhesive Materials

C1338-25

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

D2261-13(2024)

Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by the Tongue (Single Rip) Procedure (Constant-Rate-of-Extension Tensile Testing Machine)

TAPPI Test Method T512

sp-02: Creasing of Flexible Packaging Material Paper Specimens for Testing

E84-26a

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

E96-00e1

Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials

C1371-15(2022)

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