ASTM E2032-21

Standard Practice for Extension of Data From Fire Resistance Tests Conducted in Accordance with ASTM E 119

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The methods and procedures set forth in this practice relate to the extension of the fire resistance ratings obtained from particular fire tested specimens to constructions that have not been tested.  
4.2 Users of this practice must have knowledge and understanding of the provisions of Test Method E119 including those pertaining to conditions of acceptance.  
4.3 In order to apply some of the principles described in this practice, reference to the original fire test report will be necessary.  
4.4 In Test Method E119, the specimens are subjected to specific laboratory fire test exposure conditions. Substitution of different test conditions or changes in the end use conditions have the ability to change the measured fire-test-response characteristics. Therefore, the extensions of data are valid only for the fire test exposure conditions described in Test Method E119,.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the extension of fire resistance ratings obtained from fire tests performed in accordance with Test Method E119 to constructions that have not been tested. Test Method E119 evaluates the duration for which test specimens will contain a fire, retain their standard integrity, or both during a predetermined test exposure.  
1.2 This practice is based on principles involving the extension of test data using simple considerations. The acceptance of these principles and their application is based substantially on an analogous worst case proposition.  
1.3 These principles are only applicable to temperature conditions represented by the standard time-temperature curve described in Test Method E119. Test Method E119 is a fire-test-response standard.  
1.4 The types of building constructions which are the subject of this practice are categorized as follows: beams; floor and roof assemblies; columns; and walls and partitions. Floor and roof assemblies include such assemblies with ceiling protective membranes.  
1.5 The extension of test data using numerical calculations based on empirical data or theoretical models is not covered in this practice.  
1.6 This practice does not cover the substitution of one proprietary material for another proprietary material, or materials for which fire test data are not presently available.  
1.7 This practice does not purport to be comprehensive in its treatment of non-proprietary modifications of tested constructions. Engineering evaluation or tests are recommended for assessing modifications not specifically covered in this practice.  
1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.9 This standard is used to determine certain fire-test responses of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions by using results obtained from fire-test-response standards. The results obtained from using this standard do not by themselves constitute measures of fire hazard or fire risk.  
1.10 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.  
1.11 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.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 14-Dec-2021
• ICS: 13.220.40 - Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products
• Technical Committee: E05 - Fire Standards
• Drafting Committee: E05.11 - Fire Resistance

Standards Content (Sample)

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.
Designation: E2032 − 21 An American National Standard
Standard Practice for
Extension of Data From Fire Resistance Tests Conducted in
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Accordance with ASTM E 119
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E2032; 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. Scope 1.9 This standard is used to determine certain fire-test
responses of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and
1.1 This practice covers the extension of fire resistance
flame under controlled conditions by using results obtained
ratings obtained from fire tests performed in accordance with
from fire-test-response standards. The results obtained from
Test Method E119 to constructions that have not been tested.
using this standard do not by themselves constitute measures of
Test Method E119 evaluates the duration for which test
fire hazard or fire risk.
specimens will contain a fire, retain their standard integrity, or
1.10 This standard does not purport to address all of the
both during a predetermined test exposure.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
1.2 This practice is based on principles involving the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
extension of test data using simple considerations. The accep-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
tance of these principles and their application is based substan-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
tially on an analogous worst case proposition.
1.11 This international standard was developed in accor-
1.3 These principles are only applicable to temperature
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
conditions represented by the standard time-temperature curve
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
described in Test Method E119. Test Method E119 is a
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
fire-test-response standard.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
1.4 The types of building constructions which are the
subject of this practice are categorized as follows: beams; floor
2. Referenced Documents
and roof assemblies; columns; and walls and partitions. Floor
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and roof assemblies include such assemblies with ceiling
2.1 ASTM Standards:
protective membranes.
C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation
C553 Specification for Mineral Fiber Blanket Thermal Insu-
1.5 The extension of test data using numerical calculations
lation for Commercial and Industrial Applications
based on empirical data or theoretical models is not covered in
C612 Specification for Mineral Fiber Block and Board
this practice.
Thermal Insulation
1.6 This practice does not cover the substitution of one
E119 Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction
proprietary material for another proprietary material, or mate-
and Materials
rials for which fire test data are not presently available.
E176 Terminology of Fire Standards
1.7 Thispracticedoesnotpurporttobecomprehensiveinits
E631 Terminology of Building Constructions
treatment of non-proprietary modifications of tested construc- E1264 Classification for Acoustical Ceiling Products
tions. Engineering evaluation or tests are recommended for
E1513 Practice for Application of Sprayed Fire-Resistive
assessing modifications not specifically covered in this prac- Materials (SFRMs)
tice.
3. Terminology
1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are 3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 For definitions used in this practice, refer to Termi-
provided for information only and are not considered standard.
nologies E176, C168, E631, and Test Method E119.
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This standard practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E05 on
Fire Standards and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E05.11 on Fire
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Resistance. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved Dec. 15, 2021. Published January 2022. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2017 as E2032–09 (2017). Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
DOI: 10.1520/E2032-21. the ASTM website.
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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
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Designation: E2032 − 09 (Reapproved 2017) E2032 − 21 An American National Standard
Standard GuidePractice for
Extension of Data From Fire Resistance Tests Conducted in
1
Accordance with ASTM E 119
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E2032; 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. Scope
1.1 This guide covers the extension of fire resistance ratings obtained from fire tests performed in accordance with Test Method
E119 to constructions that have not been tested. Test Method E119 evaluates the duration for which test specimens will contain
a fire, retain their standard integrity, or both during a predetermined test exposure.
1.2 This guide is based on principles involving the extension of test data using simple considerations. The acceptance of these
principles and their application is based substantially on an analogous worst case proposition.
1.3 These principles are only applicable to temperature conditions represented by the standard time-temperature curve described
in Test Method E119. Test Method E119 is a fire-test-response standard.
1.4 The types of building constructions which are the subject of this guide are categorized as follows: beams; floor and roof
assemblies; columns; and walls and partitions. Floor and roof assemblies include such assemblies with ceiling protective
membranes.
1.5 The extension of test data using numerical calculations based on empirical data or theoretical models is not covered in this
guide.
1.6 This guide does not cover the substitution of one proprietary material for another proprietary material, or materials for which
fire test data are not presently available.
1.7 This guide does not purport to be comprehensive in its treatment of non-proprietary modifications of tested constructions.
Engineering evaluation or tests are recommended for assessing modifications not specifically covered in this guide.
1.8 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard.
1.9 This standard is used to determine certain fire-test responses of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under
controlled conditions by using results obtained from fire-test-response standards. The results obtained from using this standard do
not by themselves constitute measures of fire hazard or fire risk.
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This standard guidepractice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E05 on Fire Standards and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E05.11 on Fire
Resistance.
Current edition approved April 1, 2017Dec. 15, 2021. Published April 2017January 2022. Originally approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 20132017 as
E2032–09(2013).E2032–09 (2017). DOI: 10.1520/E2032-09R17.10.1520/E2032-21.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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1.10 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.
1.11 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.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
C168 Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation
C553 Specification for Mineral Fiber Blanket Thermal Insulation for Commercial and Industrial Applications
C612 Specification for Mineral Fiber Block and Board Thermal Insulation
E119 Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
E176 Terminology of Fire Standards
E631 Terminology of Building Constructions
E1264 Classification for Acoustical Ceiling Products
E1513 Practice for Application of Sprayed Fire-Resistive Materials (SFRMs)
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 For definitions used in this guide, refer to Terminologies E176, C168, E631, and Test Method E119.
3.1.2 mineral fiber insulation, n—insulation composed principally of fibers manufactured from rock, slag, or glass processed from
molten state
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