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ASTM C1616-07e1

(Test Method)

Standard Test Method for Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic Insulation Materials by Weight

Standard Test Method for Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic Insulation Materials by Weight

SCOPE
1.1 This test method will determine the moisture content, as a percentage of the dry weight of organic and inorganic insulation materials.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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.

General Information

Status
Historical
Publication Date
30-Apr-2007
ICS
29.035.01 - Insulating materials in general
Technical Committee
C16 - Thermal Insulation
Drafting Committee
C16.33 - Insulation Finishes and Moisture
Current Stage
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ASTM C1616-07 - Standard Test Method for Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic Insulation Materials by Weight
Effective Date
01-May-2007
Replaced By
ASTM C1616-07(2012) - Standard Test Method for Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic Insulation Materials by Weight
Effective Date
01-Sep-2012
Referred By
ASTM C610-17(2023) - Standard Specification for Molded Expanded Perlite Block and Pipe Thermal Insulation
Effective Date
01-May-2007
Referred By
ASTM D7954/D7954M-22a - Standard Practice for Moisture Surveying of Roofing and Waterproofing Systems Using Nondestructive Electrical Impedance Scanners
Effective Date
01-May-2007
Referred By
ASTM C533-17(2023) - Standard Specification for Calcium Silicate Block and Pipe Thermal Insulation
Effective Date
01-May-2007
Referred By
ASTM C209-20 - Standard Test Methods for Cellulosic Fiber Insulating Board
Effective Date
01-May-2007

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Designation: C1616 − 07
StandardTest Method for
Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic
1
Insulation Materials by Weight
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1616; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1
ε NOTE—8.3 was editorially corrected in November 2007.
1. Scope 4. Summary of Test Method
1.1 This test method will determine the moisture content, as 4.1 This test method is based upon weighing specimens of
a percentage of the dry weight of organic and inorganic the insulation material and then drying the specimens by
insulation materials. heating them in an oven to remove any moisture. Then the
moisture content is determined using the calculation procedure
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
in 9.1.
as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for
information only.
5. Significance and Use
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
5.1 Some insulation materials contain moisture, which will
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
affect the thermal and other physical properties of the insula-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
tion.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
6. Apparatus
6.1 Air-circulating Oven.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards: 6.2 Scale (accurate to within 0.0011 lb (0.5 g).
C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation
7. Sampling and Test Specimen Preparation
C302 Test Method for Density and Dimensions of Pre-
formed Pipe-Covering-Type Thermal Insulation
7.1 Test Specimen—The test specimen shall be of a size that
C303 Test Method for Dimensions and Density of Pre-
can be conveniently tested in a drying oven but not less than 72
formed Block and Board–Type Thermal Insulation
cubic inches in volume such as 6 by 6 by 2 in. thick (150 by
C390 Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Thermal
150 by 51 mm).
Insulation Lots
8. Procedure
3. Terminology
8.1 Four test specimens shall be tested. Cut or prepare the
3.1 Definitions—For definitions used in this specification,
four specimens to meet the size requirements of 7.1.
see Terminology C168.
8.2 Measure and record the specimens weight (W ) imme-
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3.2 Symbols:
diately after the specimens are prepared to size. The specimens
M = moisture content weight, percent
shall be weighed to the nearest 0.0011 lb (0.5 g).
W = initial specimen weight, lb (g)
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8.3 Place the specimens in an air-circulating oven at a
W = moisture-free specimen weight (g) M,lb
MF
temperature specified in the material specification or at a
temperature no higher than 230 6 10°F (110 6 6°C) for a
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This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee C16 on Thermal minimum of 2 h. Cool the specimens to room temperature in a
Insulation and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C16.33 on Insulation
desiccator and measure their weight. Repeat the process until
Finishes and Moisture.
successive weights agree to within 0.2 % of the specimen
Current edition approved May 1, 200
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This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
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Designation:C1616–05 Designation:C1616–07
Standard Test Method for
Determining the Moisture Content of Organic and Inorganic
1
Insulation Materials by Weight
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 1616; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1
e NOTE—8.3 was editorially corrected in November 2007.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method will determine the moisture content, as a percentage of the dry weight of organic and inorganic insulation
materials.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.The values given in parentheses are for information
only.
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.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
C 168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation Materials
C 302 Test Method for Density and Dimensions of Preformed Pipe-Covering-Type Thermal Insulation
C303Test Method for Density of Preformed Block-Type Thermal Insulation 303 Test Method for Dimensions and Density of
Preformed Block and BoardType Thermal Insulation
C 390 Practice for Sampling and Acceptance of Preformed Thermal Insulation Lots
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions used in this specification, see Terminology C 168.
3.2 Symbols:
M = moisture content weight, percent
W = initial specimen weight, lb (g)
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W = moisture-free specimen weight (g) M,lb
MF
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 This test method is based upon weighing specimens of the insulation material and then drying the specimens by heating
them in an oven to remove any moisture. Then the moisture content is determined using the calculation procedure in 9.1.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 Some insulation materials contain moisture, which will affect the thermal and other physical properties of the insulation.
6. Apparatus
6.1 Air-circulating Oven.
6.2 Scale (accurate to within 0.0011 lb (0.5 g).
7. Sampling and Test Specimen Preparation
7.1 Test Specimen—The test specimen shall be of a size that can be conveniently tested in a drying oven but not less than 72
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This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee C16 onThermal Insulation and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C16.33 on Insulation Finishes
and Moisture.
Current edition approved May 1, 2005. Published June 2005.
Current edition approved May 1, 2007. Published June 2007. Originally approved in 2005. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as C 1616–05.
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volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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5.5 In this procedure, the specimens are subjected to one or more specific sets of laboratory conditions. If different test conditions are substituted or the end-use conditions are changed, it is not always possible by or from this test to predict changes in the fire-test-response characteristics measured. Therefore, the results are valid only for the fire test exposure conditions described in this procedure.
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1.1 This test method covers the minimum temperature required to ignite insulating materials using a glowing heat source. In a preliminary fashion, this test method differentiates between the susceptibilities of different materials with respect to their resistance to ignition due to an electrically-heated source.  
1.2 This test method applies to molded or sheet materials available in thicknesses ranging from 0.25 mm to 6.4 mm.  
1.3 This test method is not valid for determining the ignition behavior of complete electrotechnical equipment, since the design of the electrotechnical product influences the heat transfer between adjacent parts.  
1.4 This test method measures and describes the response or materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions, but does not by itself incorporate all factors required for fire hazard or fire risk assessment of the materials, products, or assemblies under actual fire conditions.  
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. (See IEEE/ASTM SI-10 for further details.)For specific precautionary statements, see Section 9.  
1.6 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section 9.  
1.7 Fire testing is inherently hazardous. Adequate safeguards for personnel and property shall be employed in conducting these tests.
Note 1: Although this test method and IEC 60695-2-12 differ in approach and in detail, data obtained to determine the glow-wire flammability index (GWFI) using either test method are technically similar. Although this test method and IEC 60695-2-13 differ in approach and in detail, data obtained to determine the glow-wire ignition temperature (GWIT) using either test method are technically similar.  
1.8 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM D1711-22(Terminology)
Standard Terminology Relating to Electrical Insulation

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1.1 This terminology standard is a compilation of technical terms associated with testing and specifying solid electrical and electronic insulating materials.  
1.2 This terminology standard shall contain all definitions that are balloted specifically through Subcommittee D09.94 and through D09 main committee and that are of general interest to standards associated with electrical and electronic insulating materials. Those definitions shall be of importance to electrical and electronic insulating materials issues but need not be directly associated with a specific standard under the jurisdiction of Committee D09 on Electrical and Electronic Insulating Materials.  
1.3 It is intended that all definitions in this terminology standard originating in a specific standard under the jurisdiction of Committee D09 be identical to definitions of the same terms as printed in standards of originating technical subcommittees, with the exceptions of: (1) deletion of any part of the Discussion included in another standard that refers specifically to the use of a term in that standard; (2) figure numbers and corresponding references; and (3) in this terminology standard, a parenthetical addition of a reference to one or more technical standards in which the term is used and the year in which the term was added to this compilation.  
1.3.1 Definitions contained in this terminology standard which did not originate in a specific standard under the jurisdiction of Committee D09, or which originated in a standard that has since been revised or withdrawn, and that have been appropriately balloted, shall also be included in this terminology standard.  
1.4 It is permissible to include symbols as part of the representation of terms, where appropriate.  
1.5 It is not intended that this terminology standard include symbols (except as noted in 1.4). It is also permissible to include acronyms and abbreviations referring directly to defined terms.  
1.6 Revisions and additions to those definitions in this terminology standard which originate in a specific standard under the jurisdiction of Committee D09 are to be made as a product of a collaborative effort between Subcommittee D09.94 and the corresponding technical subcommittee of Committee D09, with Subcommittee D09.94 providing editorial advice to the technical subcommittees.  
1.7 Each definition in this terminology standard shall be accompanied by the year in which it was first incorporated into the standard, placed at the end in parentheses. All discussions shall also carry a date; it is possible that the discussion date is different from the definition date.  
1.8 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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