ASTM C797-99

Terminology for Use of Oil- and Resin-Based Putty and Glazing Compounds (Withdrawn 2002)

SCOPE
1.1 These practices cover procedures for the identification, selection, and application of oil- and resin-based putty and glazing compounds, in glazing installations.  
1.2 The values stated in SI 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• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 09-Feb-1999
• Withdrawal Date: 09-May-2002
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: C24 - Building Seals and Sealants
• Drafting Committee: C24.20 - General Test Methods

Relations

• Referred By: ASTM C717-19 - Standard Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-1999

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: C 797 – 99
Standard Practices for
Use of Oil- and Resin-Based Putty and Glazing Compounds
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C 797; 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. Scope
1.1 These practices describe procedures for the identifica-
tion, selection, and application of oil- and resin-based putty and
glazing compounds, in glazing installations.
1.2 The values stated in SI 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 appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
C 669 Specification for Glazing Compounds for Back Bed-
ding and Face Glazing of Metal Sash
C 717 Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants
2.2 GANA Industry Standards:
A — Finish edge of glazing or sealing surface G — Fixed stop
B — Bite H — Removable stop
Glazing Manual, 1997 Edition
C — Bed thickness I — Lite (glass or panel)
D — Edge clearance J — Lite thickness
3. Terminology
E — Channel or rabbet depth K — Face dimension
3.1 Definitions:
FIG. 1 Face Glazing Detail
3.1.1 Refer to Terminology C 717 for definitions of the
following terms: bed, bite, compatibility, compound, face
4.3 Channel Glazing—Should be limited to single lights of
glazing, glazing, light.
glass or panels that do not exceed 3175 united mm (125 united
3.1.2 Refer to Terminology C 717 for descriptions of the
in.)(See Fig. 2.).
following terms: channel glazing, point, united millimetres
4.4 The compound should be identified on the exterior of its
(united inches).
package as to its intended usage for channel or face glazing and
4. Significance and Use
should state its appropriateness for use on wood or metal or
both.
4.1 These practices provide standard procedures for the
4.5 The compound should be selected for application in
proper identification, selection, and use of glazing compounds
accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and recom-
for specific types of glazing applications (see Specification
mendations for usage. Under no circumstances shall it be used
C 669).
in a manner contrary to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
4.2 Face Glazing—Should be limited to single lights of
4.6 The compounds described in these practices are nor-
glass or panels that do not exceed 1905 united mm (united 75
mally not suitable for glazing high-rise construction or for use
in.) (See Fig. 1.).
in conjunction with high performance glasses such as heat
absorbing, reflective, insulating, etc. Contact individual manu-
These practices are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C-24 on
facturers for specific recommendations for these types of glass
Building Seals and Sealants and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
products.
C24.12 on Oil and Resin Base Glazing and Caulking Sealants.
Current edition approved Feb. 10, 1999. Published April 1999. Originally
published as C 797 – 75. Last previous edition C 797 – 94.
5. Glazing Procedures
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 04.07.
5.1 Sash and Glass Preparation:
Available from Glass Association of North America, , 3310 SW Harrison Stre
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