ASTM D994-98(2010)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete (Bituminous Type)
Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete (Bituminous Type)
ABSTRACT
This specification covers bituminous preformed expansion joint filler for use in concrete construction. This product shall consist of a bituminous (asphalt or tar) mastic composition, formed and encased between two layers of bituminous impregnated felt or two layers of glass-fiber felt. The mastic shall comprise mineral fillers and reinforcing fibers and may contain thin strips of reinforcing sheet material. Different test methods shall be performed in order to determine the following properties: distortion at 52°C, brittleness, water absorption, and compression.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers bituminous preformed expansion joint filler for use in concrete construction.
Note 1—Attention is called to ASTM Specifications D1751 and D1752.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
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Designation: D994 – 98 (Reapproved 2010)
Standard Specification for
Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete (Bituminous
Type)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D994; 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope fiber felt. The mastic shall comprise mineral fillers and
reinforcing fibers and may contain thin strips of reinforcing
1.1 This specification covers bituminous preformed expan-
sheet material.
sion joint filler for use in concrete construction.
NOTE 1—Attention is called to ASTM Specifications D1751 and 4. General Requirements
D1752.
4.1 Preformedstripsofexpansionjointfillershallbeofsuch
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
character as not to be deformed or broken by ordinary handling
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
when exposed to atmospheric conditions and shall not become
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
brittle in cold weather. Pieces of the joint filler that have been
and are not considered standard.
damaged shall be rejected.
2. Referenced Documents
5. Properties
2.1 ASTM Standards:
5.1 Distortion at 125°F (52°C)—The joint filler shall not
C670 Practice for Preparing Precision and Bias Statements
show a deflection of more than 1 in. (25 mm) when tested in
for Test Methods for Construction Materials
accordance with 8.2.1.
D545 Test Methods for Preformed Expansion Joint Fillers
5.2 Brittleness—The joint filler shall not crack or shatter
for Concrete Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient
when tested in accordance with 8.2.2.
Types)
NOTE 2—Expansionjointfillerhavinganominalthicknessof ⁄4in.(6.4
D1751 Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler
mm) or less shall not be subject to a requirement for brittleness.
for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonex-
5.3 Water Absorption—The water absorption of the joint
truding and Resilient Bituminous Types)
filler, when tested in accordance with 8.2.3, shall not exceed
D1752 Specification for Preformed Sponge Rubber Cork
the following values:
and Recycled PVC Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete
Nominal Thickness of Absorption, max,
Paving and Structural Construction
Joint, min in. (mm) weight %
1 ( 25.4) 2.5
3. Manufacture
⁄4 (19.1) 3
⁄2 (12.7) 4
3.1 This product shall consist of a bituminous (asphalt or
⁄8 (9.5) 5
tar) mastic composition, formed and encased between two
NOTE 3—Expansion joint filler having a nominal thickness of less than
layers of bituminous impregnated felt or two layers of glass-
9.5 mm ( ⁄8 in. ) shall not be subject to a requirement for water absorption.
5.4 Compression—The load required to compress the test
specimen to 50 % of its thickness before test shall not be less
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road
and Paving Materials and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D04.34 on
than nor more than the following values when the joint filler is
Preformed Joint Fillers, Sealers and Sealing Systems.
tested in accordance with 8.2.4.
Current edition approved July 1, 2010. Published August 2010. Originally
Nominal Thickness of Load Requirements,
approved in 1948. Last previous edition approved in 1998 as D994 – 98(2003).
Joint, in. (mm) min-max. psi (kPa)
DOI: 10.1520/D0994-98R10.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
1 in. (25.4) 100-754 (690-5, 200)
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
⁄4 in. (19.1) 100-841 (690, 5, 800)
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
⁄2 in. (12.7) 100-928 (690-6, 400)
the ASTM website.
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D994 – 98 (2010)
NOTE 4—Expansion joint filler having a nominal thickness of less than
temperature of 39 to 43°F (4 to 6°C) in water for at least 2 h
⁄2 in. (12.7 mm) shall not be subject to a requirement for compression.
prior to testing. Clamp the specimen between two boards so
that the expansion joint forms a cantilever of 3 ⁄2-in. (89-mm)
6. Dimensions and Permissible Variations
length and hold in a horizontal position by a suitable rigid
6.1 The preformed strips shall conform to the dimensions
support. Suspend a spherical cast iron ball, weighing 0.95 lb
specified or shown on the plans. Strips of the joint filler that do
(0.43 kg) and having a diameter of 1 ⁄8 in. (48 mm), by a cord
notconformtothespecifieddimensions,withinthepermissible
tied to an eyelet fastened to the ball. For specimens having a
1 1
variations of ⁄16 in. ( +1.6 mm) in thickness, ⁄8 in. (63.2 mm)
thicknessof ⁄16in.(14.3mm)orless,suspendtheball1ft(304
in depth, and ⁄4 in. (66.4 mm ) in length, shall be rejected.
mm) above the center of the projecting portion of the speci-
men. For specimens over 14.3 mm in thickness, suspend the
7. Sampling
ball 2 ft (610 mm) above the specimen. Release the ball by
7.1 Size of Sample—Each sample shall consist of sufficient
burning the cord above the eyelet. Other suitable suspension
material to provide at least 3 test specimens measuring 2 by 6
and release devices may be used.
in. (51 by 152 mm) and at least 1 test specimen measuring 4 by
8.2.3 Water Absorption—Cut a test specimen 2 by 6 in. (51
4 in. (102 by 102 mm).
by 152 mm) from the joint filler material, in such a manner that
7.2 Number of Samples—One representative sample shall
all edges are freshly cut, and weigh. Immerse the specimen
2 2
be selected from each shipment of 1000 ft (93 m ), or fraction
horizontally under 1 in. (25.4 mm) of distilled or deionized
thereof, of each thickness ordered.
water at 73.4 6 3.6°F (23 6 2°C) for 24 h, remove, and wipe
7.3 Samples shall be packed for transportation in such a
off the surface water with a slightly dampened cloth.Weigh the
manner that there will be no danger of distortion or breakage.
specimen quickly and calculate the gain in weight and express
as weight percent of water absorbed.
8. Test Methods
8.2.4 Compression—Test the joint fi
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