ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The intent of this test method is to determine properties of direct-applied SFRM that may be used to provide an indication of serviceability. Satisfactory performance of fire-resistive material applied to structural members and assemblies depends upon its ability while in place to withstand the various influences that may occur during the life of the structure, as well as upon its satisfactory performance under fire tests.
4.2 This test method measures the behavior of SFRM when subjected to deflection and evaluates such phenomena as spalling and delamination under bending stress. It is an indication of the ability of SFRM to remain in place and resist removal during anticipated service conditions.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining the effect of deflection on sprayed fire-resistive material (SFRM) applied to steel deck. These materials include sprayed fibrous and cementitious materials applied directly in contact with the structural members. The test method is applicable only to laboratory procedures.
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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 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-Mar-2023
- Technical Committee
- E06 - Performance of Buildings
- Drafting Committee
- E06.21 - Serviceability
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2019
- Effective Date
- 15-Apr-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2017
Overview
ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023): Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members is an internationally recognized standard published by ASTM International. This standard defines laboratory procedures for evaluating the performance and serviceability of sprayed fire-resistive materials (SFRM) when subjected to deflection on steel deck structures. The purpose is to assess the material’s ability to withstand stresses that may be encountered throughout the life of a structure, providing vital insights into spalling, delamination, and overall adhesion under bending stresses.
Key Topics
- Serviceability Assessment: The standard focuses on determining how well directly-applied SFRM remains adhered and intact when structural members, such as steel decks, experience deflection.
- Physical Behavior Evaluation: Measures critical phenomena like spalling (material breaking off) and delamination (separation from the substrate) when SFRM is exposed to bending loads.
- Laboratory Testing Procedure: Provides clear guidance on how SFRM should be applied, cured, conditioned, and tested on steel deck specimens in a controlled environment.
- Independent Unit Systems: Supports both SI and inch-pound units, requiring conformance to one system per test to ensure accuracy and comparability.
- Applicability and Limitations: Intended strictly for laboratory evaluation. Real-world safety, health, and environmental practices remain the responsibility of the user.
Applications
The ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023) standard is widely used by:
- Manufacturers of Fire-Resistive Materials: To validate the serviceability and structural resilience of their SFRM products under simulated load conditions.
- Construction and Engineering Firms: For selecting SFRM products that provide reliable passive fire protection for steel structural members in commercial and industrial buildings.
- Testing Laboratories: To conduct standardized evaluations of fire protection materials and compile data for building code compliance or regulatory approval.
- Building Code Officials and Regulators: As a reference for confirming that applied fire-resistant coatings will perform safely during the anticipated structural deflections that may occur over a building’s lifetime.
By rigorously testing sprayed fire-resistive materials, stakeholders can make informed decisions about material selection and application methods, enhancing building safety and fire protection throughout the structure’s life cycle.
Related Standards
When considering compliance and comprehensive evaluation of fire-resistive materials, refer to these related ASTM standards:
- ASTM E84: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
- ASTM E119: Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
- ASTM E605/E605M: Test Methods for Thickness and Density of Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material (SFRM) Applied to Structural Members
These standards complement ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023) by providing additional test methods for fire exposure, surface burning characteristics, and essential physical properties such as thickness and density.
Keywords: ASTM E759/E759M, fire-resistive material testing, SFRM, structural member deflection, sprayed cementitious, spalling, delamination, laboratory fire testing, building code compliance, fire-resistive material serviceability, ASTM standards for fire protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Test Method for Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material Applied to Structural Members". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 The intent of this test method is to determine properties of direct-applied SFRM that may be used to provide an indication of serviceability. Satisfactory performance of fire-resistive material applied to structural members and assemblies depends upon its ability while in place to withstand the various influences that may occur during the life of the structure, as well as upon its satisfactory performance under fire tests. 4.2 This test method measures the behavior of SFRM when subjected to deflection and evaluates such phenomena as spalling and delamination under bending stress. It is an indication of the ability of SFRM to remain in place and resist removal during anticipated service conditions. SCOPE 1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining the effect of deflection on sprayed fire-resistive material (SFRM) applied to steel deck. These materials include sprayed fibrous and cementitious materials applied directly in contact with the structural members. The test method is applicable only to laboratory procedures. 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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 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.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 The intent of this test method is to determine properties of direct-applied SFRM that may be used to provide an indication of serviceability. Satisfactory performance of fire-resistive material applied to structural members and assemblies depends upon its ability while in place to withstand the various influences that may occur during the life of the structure, as well as upon its satisfactory performance under fire tests. 4.2 This test method measures the behavior of SFRM when subjected to deflection and evaluates such phenomena as spalling and delamination under bending stress. It is an indication of the ability of SFRM to remain in place and resist removal during anticipated service conditions. SCOPE 1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining the effect of deflection on sprayed fire-resistive material (SFRM) applied to steel deck. These materials include sprayed fibrous and cementitious materials applied directly in contact with the structural members. The test method is applicable only to laboratory procedures. 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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 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.
ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.220.50 - Fire-resistance of building materials and elements. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM E759/E759M-92(2023) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM E84-23d, ASTM E84-23c, ASTM E119-19, ASTM E84-19b, ASTM E84-19a, ASTM E84-19, ASTM E119-18ce1, ASTM E119-18c, ASTM E84-18b, ASTM E119-18b, ASTM E84-18a, ASTM E119-18a, ASTM E119-18, ASTM E84-18, ASTM E84-17a. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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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: E759/E759M − 92 (Reapproved 2023)
Standard Test Method for
Effect of Deflection on Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material
Applied to Structural Members
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E759/E759M; 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 U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope E605/E605M Test Methods for Thickness and Density of
Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material (SFRM) Applied to
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining the
Structural Members
effect of deflection on sprayed fire-resistive material (SFRM)
applied to steel deck. These materials include sprayed fibrous
3. Summary of Test Method
and cementitious materials applied directly in contact with the
3.1 In this test method, a cellular steel deck panel sprayed
structural members. The test method is applicable only to
with fire-resistive material is subjected to bending by a vertical
laboratory procedures.
center load while supported horizontally at its ends.
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
4. Significance and Use
each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to
4.1 The intent of this test method is to determine properties
ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be
of direct-applied SFRM that may be used to provide an
used independently of the other, and values from the two
indication of serviceability. Satisfactory performance of fire-
systems shall not be combined.
resistive material applied to structural members and assemblies
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
depends upon its ability while in place to withstand the various
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
influences that may occur during the life of the structure, as
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
well as upon its satisfactory performance under fire tests.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
4.2 This test method measures the behavior of SFRM when
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
subjected to deflection and evaluates such phenomena as
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
spalling and delamination under bending stress. It is an
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
indication of the ability of SFRM to remain in place and resist
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
removal during anticipated service conditions.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
5. Apparatus
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5.1 Supports—Rigid base to provide at least 50 mm [2 in.]
bearing and a clear span between supports of 3 m [10 ft].
2. Referenced Documents
5.2 Bearing Block—Approximately 50 mm [2 in.] wide,
2.1 ASTM Standards:
minimum 600 mm [24 in.] long bearing surface designed to
E84 Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of
distribute the load across the width of the specimen.
Building Materials
E119 Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction
5.3 Load—Any form of weights or testing machine capable
and Materials
of applying a load normal to the test surface and of developing
a deflection of ⁄120 of the clear span of the specimen.
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E06 on 5.4 Deflection Gage—A dial or digital micrometer gradu-
Performance of Buildings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E06.21
ated to 0.01 mm [0.001 in.].
on Serviceability.
Current edition approved March 15, 2023. Published April 2023. Originally
6. Materials and Manufacture
approved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 2020 as E759/
E759M – 92 (2020). DOI: 10.1520/E0759_E0759M–92R23.
6.1 The specimen shall consist of cellular steel deck nomi-
For re
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