ASTM D5385/D5385M-93(2014)e1

Standard Test Method for Hydrostatic Pressure Resistance of Waterproofing Membranes

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 This test method tests the hydrostatic resistance of a waterproofing membrane and can be used to compare the hydrostatic resistance of waterproofing membranes.  
3.2 No correlation has been established between the performance in this test method and that in the field.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method measures the hydrostatic resistance of a waterproofing membrane under controlled laboratory conditions. This test method is not suitable for systems that rely on confinement of the seams by the backfill since backfill is not part of this test method.  
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.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2014
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: D08 - Roofing and Waterproofing
• Drafting Committee: D08.22 - Waterproofing and Dampproofing Systems

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation:D5385/D5385M −93 (Reapproved 2014)
Standard Test Method for
Hydrostatic Pressure Resistance of Waterproofing
Membranes
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5385/D5385M; 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.
ε NOTE—Units information was editorially corrected in May 2014.
1. Scope 4. Apparatus
4.1 Hydrostatic Testing Equipment, including a chamber
1.1 This test method measures the hydrostatic resistance of
(Fig. 1), and a clamping bracket (Fig. 2), and the gasket and
a waterproofing membrane under controlled laboratory condi-
fasteners to form the completed assembly (Fig. 3).
tions. This test method is not suitable for systems that rely on
confinement of the seams by the backfill since backfill is not
4.2 Conditioning Room, with forced air circulation to main-
part of this test method. tain a temperature of 2 to 7°C [35 to 45°F] for testing sheet
systems, 18 to 24°C [65 to 75°F] for liquid-applied systems,
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
and large enough to condition, prepare, and test samples.
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
4.3 Source of Compressed Air, with pressure up to 690 kPa
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each
[100 psi] and with an air pressure controller to regulate the air
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
in 103-kPa [15-psi] increments.
values from the two systems may result in non-conformance
with the standard. 4.4 Cut Off Saw, equipped with a diamond or masonry
blade, to prepare precast concrete blocks for testing substrates.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
4.5 Clock—Either a common time piece or a 1-h interval
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
timer.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
4.6 Silicone Vacuum Grease.
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4.7 Precast-Concrete Patio Blocks, 125-lb/ft minimum
density, 2100-psi minimum compressive strength, smooth
2. Terminology
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surfaced, 191 by 394 by 51 mm [7 ⁄2 by 15 ⁄2 by 2 in.].
2.1 Definitions:
5. Test Substrate Preparation
2.1.1 post-formed crack—for the purposes of this test
method, one that forms and widens behind the waterproofing
5.1 Cut an approximately 3.2-mm [ ⁄8-in.] wide kerf 44 mm
membrane after it has been applied and cured.
[1 ⁄4 in.] deep lengthwise down the center of a 191 by 394 by
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51-mm [7 ⁄2 by 15 ⁄2 by 2-in.] concrete block.
3. Significance and Use
5.2 Cut a kerf in at least three blocks for each system to be
tested, and condition the blocks at the test temperature for at
3.1 This test method tests the hydrostatic resistance of a
least 24 h.
waterproofing membrane and can be used to compare the
hydrostatic resistance of waterproofing membranes.
5.3 Condition all other materials necessary for the system to
be tested at the test temperature for at least 4 h.
3.2 No correlation has been established between the perfor-
mance in this test method and that in the field.
6. Sample Preparation
6.1 Prime, surface condition, or otherwise prepare the sur-
face of the block to receive the membrane, as recommended by
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D08 on Roofing
the manufacturer of the system. Permit the primer to dry or
and Waterproofing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D08.22 on
Waterproofing and Dampproofing Systems. cure for the minimum time recommended by the manufacturer.
Current edition approved May 1, 2014. Published May 2014. Originally
6.2 For single-ply sheet samples, cut and install the mem-
approved in 1993. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as D5385 – 93 (2006).
DOI: 10.1520/D5385_D5385M-93R14E01. brane over the prepared block, with a lap of the width
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FIG. 1 Chamber
FIG. 2 Clamping Bracket
FIG. 3 Completed Assembly
recommended by the manufacturer perpendicular to and in the approximately 6 mm [ ⁄4 in.]. Roll membranes intended for
center of the kerf in the other side of the blocks. The edges of pressure-sensitive application with four passes of a 12.7-kg
the lapped sheets s
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Designation: D5385 − 93 (Reapproved 2006) D5385/D5385M − 93 (Reapproved 2014)
Standard Test Method for
Hydrostatic Pressure Resistance of Waterproofing
Membranes
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5385;D5385/D5385M; 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.
ε NOTE—Units information was editorially corrected in May 2014.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method measures the hydrostatic resistance of a waterproofing membrane under controlled laboratory conditions.
This test method is not suitable for systems that rely on confinement of the seams by the backfill since backfill is not part of this
test method.
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as the standard. The values given in
parentheses are for information only. 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.
2. Terminology
2.1 Definitions:
2.1.1 post-formed crack—for the purposes of this test method, one that forms and widens behind the waterproofing membrane
after it has been applied and cured.
3. Significance and Use
3.1 This test method tests the hydrostatic resistance of a waterproofing membrane and can be used to compare the hydrostatic
resistance of waterproofing membranes.
3.2 No correlation has been established between the performance in this test method and that in the field.
4. Apparatus
4.1 Hydrostatic Testing Equipment , Equipment, including a chamber (Fig. 1), and a clamping bracket (Fig. 2), and the gasket
and fasteners to form the completed assembly (Fig. 3).
4.2 Conditioning Room, with forced air circulation to maintain a temperature of 2 to 7°C (35[35 to 45°F)45°F] for testing sheet
systems, 18 to 24°C (65[65 to 75°F)75°F] for liquid-applied systems, and large enough to condition, prepare, and test samples.
4.3 Source of Compressed Air, with pressure up to 690 kPa (100 psi)[100 psi] and with an air pressure controller to regulate the
air in 103-kPa (15-psi)[15-psi] increments.
4.4 Cut Off Saw, equipped with a diamond or masonry blade, to prepare precast concrete blocks for testing substrates.
4.5 Clock—Either a common time piece or a 1-h interval timer.
4.6 Silicone Vacuum Grease.
4.7 Precast-Concrete Patio Blocks , Blocks, 125-lb/ft minimum density, 2100-psi minimum compressive strength, smooth
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surfaced, 191 by 394 by 51 mm (7[7 ⁄2 by 15 ⁄2 by 2 in.).in.].
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D08.22 on
Waterproofing and DamproofingDampproofing Systems.
Current edition approved May 1, 2006May 1, 2014. Published May 2006May 2014. Originally approved in 1993. Last previous edition approved in 20002006 as
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D5385 – 93 (2000)(2006). . DOI: 10.1520/D5385-93R06.10.1520/D5385_D5385M-93R14E01.
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FIG. 1 Chamber
FIG. 2 Clamping Bracket
FIG. 3 Completed Assembly
5. Test Substrate Preparation
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5.1 Cut an approximately 3.2-mm ([ ⁄8-in.)-in.] wide kerf 44 mm (1[1 ⁄4 in.)in.] deep lengthwise down the center of a 191 by
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394 by 51-mm (7[7 ⁄2 by 15 ⁄2 by 2-in.)2-in.] concrete block.
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5.2 Cut a kerf in at least three blocks for each system to be tested, and condition the blocks at the test temperature for at least
24 h.
5.3 Condition all other materials necessary for the system to be tested at the test temperature for at least 4 h.
6. Sample Preparation
6.1 Prime, surface condition, or otherwise prepare the surface of the block to receive the membrane, as recommended by the
manufacturer of the system. Permit the primer to dry or cure for the minimum time recommended by the manufacturer.
6.2 For single-ply sheet samples, cut and install the membrane over the prepared block, with a lap of the widt
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