ASTM E1993-98(2008) - 1.10.2008
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers bituminous water vapor retarders for use in contact or granular fill under concrete slabs.

1.2 The specified tests are conducted on new materials and materials that have been conditioned or exposed to simulate potential service conditions.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

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

D828-22

Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Paper and Paperboard Using Constant-Rate-of-Elongation Apparatus

E631-15

Standard Terminology of Building Constructions

E154-08

Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover

E96/E96M-23

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

D5147-07

Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Modified Bituminous Sheet Material

D1790-21

Standard Test Method for Brittleness Temperature of Plastic Sheeting by Impact

C168-22

Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation