ASTM C1519-02 - 10.1.2002
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers the method for the determination of the durability of a sealant based on its ability to function in cyclic movement maintaining adhesion and cohesion after repeated exposure to laboratory accelerated weathering procedures.

1.2 This practice describes two laboratory accelerated weathering procedures for evaluating the durability of a sealant.

1.3 The committee with jurisdiction over this standard is not aware of any comparable standards published by other organizations.

1.4 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

C717-26

Standard Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants

C719-22

Standard Test Method for Adhesion and Cohesion of Elastomeric Joint Sealants Under Cyclic Movement (Hockman Cycle)

C1442-14(2021)

Standard Practice for Conducting Tests on Sealants Using Artificial Weathering Apparatus

E177-26a

Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods (Includes all amendments and changes 5/14/2026).

G141-09(2021)

Standard Guide for Addressing Variability in Exposure Testing of Nonmetallic Materials

G113-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Natural and Artificial Weathering Tests of Nonmetallic Materials

RILEM TC139–DBS

Determination of changes in adhesion, cohesion, and appearance of elastic weatherproofing sealants for high movement facade joints after exposure to artificial weathering

G155-25

Standard Practice for Operating Xenon Arc Lamp Apparatus for Exposure of Materials

G151-26

Standard Practice for Exposing Materials in Accelerated Test Devices that Use Laboratory Light Sources

G154-23

Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp Apparatus for Exposure of Materials