ASTM E514/E514M-09
Historical Standard: ASTM E514/E514M-09 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration and Leakage Through Masonry
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ASTM E514 / E514M
1. Scope
1.1 This laboratory test method provides a procedure for determining the resistance to water penetration and leakage through unit masonry subjected to wind-driven rain.
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For a specific hazard statement, see Section 6.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
C270 Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry
C1232 Terminology of Masonry
C1601 Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Masonry Wall Surfaces
American Concrete Institute Standard
ACI530.1/ASCE6/TMS60 Specifications for Masonry StructuresKeywords
 air-pressure; laboratory test; manometer; masonry; simulated wind driven rain; test chamber; water penetration; water spray pipe ; Leak testing--building constructions/materials; Masonry assemblages; Water penetration--masonry materials/applications
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 91.080.30 (Masonry)
DOI: 10.1520/E0514_E0514M-09
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