ASTM C447-85(1995)e1 - 29.3.1985
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers estimation of the maximum use temperature of thermal insulation including loose fill, blanket, block, board, and preformed pipe insulation. It is based upon selected performance criteria, and characterization of product properties during and after use conditions.

1.2 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

D1622-D1622M-14

Standard Test Method for Apparent Density of Rigid Cellular Plastics

C203-22

Standard Test Methods for Breaking Load and Flexural Properties of Block-Type Thermal Insulation

C177-19(2026)

Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded-Hot-Plate Apparatus

C168-25

Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation

C165-23

Standard Test Method for Measuring Compressive Properties of Thermal Insulations

C167-25

Standard Test Methods for Thickness and Density of Blanket or Batt Thermal Insulations

C518-21

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

C421-26

Standard Test Method for Tumbling Friability of Preformed Block-Type and Preformed Pipe-Covering-Type Thermal Insulation

C411-26

Standard Test Method for Hot-Surface Performance of High-Temperature Thermal Insulation

C335/C335M-23

Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Transfer Properties of Pipe Insulation

C303-21

Standard Test Method for Dimensions and Density of Preformed Block and Board–Type Thermal Insulation

C302-13(2022)

Standard Test Method for Density and Dimensions of Preformed Pipe-Covering-Type Thermal Insulation

D1621-16(2023)

Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics