ASTM C1860-23c
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Tensile Strength or Bond Strength of Portland Cement-Based Plaster by Direct Tension
Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Tensile Strength or Bond Strength of Portland Cement-Based Plaster by Direct Tension
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The purpose of the test methods in this standard is to measure the tensile strength or bond strength of portland cement-based plaster to its substrate. The values obtained using the test methods are not purported to be representative of the actual wind load capacity or other structural properties of a specific portland cement-based plaster installation but may be helpful in assessing such load capacities.
4.2 Because the test methods described in this standard are used for evaluation of portland cement-based plaster cured at least 28 days, load results obtained by either test method must be interpreted based on sound engineering practice, applicable building regulations, and codes having jurisdiction. The decision of whether to use the load results directly or to use the load results as modified by an appropriate safety factor to obtain acceptable working loads is left to the discretion of the test specifier. Determination of an appropriate safety factor shall be left to the discretion of the test specifier. Methods to calculate a safety factor and a maximum permitted working load are provided in the appendixes.
4.3 When the test methods contained in this standard are used on test specimens installed on existing structures, the test results shall not be generalized to a larger wall area without sufficient test sampling. Such efforts should be based on engineering experience and judgment of the test specifier.
SCOPE
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for determining the tensile strength of a section of portland cement-based plaster, the bond strength between portland cement-based plaster and a solid plaster base, or the fastener pull-out or lath pull-over strength for portland cement-based plaster bases over framing in either an exterior (stucco) or interior application. The test procedures are destructive in nature within the localized test areas and, after testing is concluded, require appropriate repair of the finish system as well as any underlying materials damaged during testing.
1.2 These test methods are suitable for use on portland cement-based plaster finish systems on both new and existing construction. Test methods shall be conducted a minimum of 28 days after application of the portland cement-based plaster. Mechanical Load Test Method A and Vacuum Chamber Testing shall be used to determine the tensile strength or bond strength of direct-applied portland cement-based plaster and may be useful in evaluating the efficacy of different surface preparation characteristics, bonding agents, or both. Mechanical Load Test Method B and Vacuum Chamber Testing shall be used to determine the tensile strength of portland cement-based plaster installed over mechanically attached lath.
1.3 These test methods are suitable for use in both laboratory and field samples. No correlation shall be made between laboratory and field testing.
1.4 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the performance of the underlying construction or framing members. Test results on a particular building may be variable depending on the specimen location, condition, and installation, and are subject to interpretation by the test specifier.
1.5 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the performance of coatings applied to the surface of the portland cement-based plaster.
1.6 These test methods are not intended to be a pre-construction qualifier to determine if the surfaces are appropriate for application of portland cement plaster. The test methods are intended to be used as a tool to quantitatively evaluate existing portland cement plaster cladding that is suspected of questionable bond or uncertain fastening to the substrate.
1.7 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: C1860 − 23c
Standard Test Methods for
Measurement of Tensile Strength or Bond Strength of
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Portland Cement-Based Plaster by Direct Tension
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1860; 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 1.5 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the
performance of coatings applied to the surface of the portland
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for determining
cement-based plaster.
the tensile strength of a section of portland cement-based
1.6 These test methods are not intended to be a pre-
plaster, the bond strength between portland cement-based
construction qualifier to determine if the surfaces are appro-
plaster and a solid plaster base, or the fastener pull-out or lath
priate for application of portland cement plaster. The test
pull-over strength for portland cement-based plaster bases over
methods are intended to be used as a tool to quantitatively
framing in either an exterior (stucco) or interior application.
evaluate existing portland cement plaster cladding that is
The test procedures are destructive in nature within the
suspected of questionable bond or uncertain fastening to the
localized test areas and, after testing is concluded, require
substrate.
appropriate repair of the finish system as well as any underly-
1.7 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
ing materials damaged during testing.
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
1.2 These test methods are suitable for use on portland
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
cement-based plaster finish systems on both new and existing
and are not considered standard.
construction. Test methods shall be conducted a minimum of
1.8 This standard may involve hazardous materials,
28 days after application of the portland cement-based plaster.
operations, or equipment. This standard does not purport to
Mechanical Load Test Method A and Vacuum Chamber Testing
address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its
shall be used to determine the tensile strength or bond strength
use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to
of direct-applied portland cement-based plaster and may be
establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental prac-
useful in evaluating the efficacy of different surface preparation
tices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations
characteristics, bonding agents, or both. Mechanical Load Test
prior to use.
Method B and Vacuum Chamber Testing shall be used to
1.9 This international standard was developed in accor-
determine the tensile strength of portland cement-based plaster
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
installed over mechanically attached lath.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
1.3 These test methods are suitable for use in both labora-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
tory and field samples. No correlation shall be made between
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
laboratory and field testing.
1.4 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the 2. Referenced Documents
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performance of the underlying construction or framing mem-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
bers. Test results on a particular building may be variable
C11 Terminology Relating to Gypsum and Related Building
depending on the specimen location, condition, and
Materials and Systems
installation, and are subject to interpretation by the test
C219 Terminology Relating to Hydraulic and Other Inor-
specifier.
ganic Cements
E2359/E2359M Test Method for Field Pull Testing of an
In-Place Exterior Insulation and Finish System Clad Wall
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Assembly
These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C11 on
Gypsum and Related Building Materials and Systems and is the direct responsibility
of Subcommittee C11.02 on Specifications and Test Methods for Accessories and
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Related Products. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved June 1, 2023. Published June 2023. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
approved in 2018. Last previous edition approved in 2023 as C1860 – 23b. DOI: Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
10.1520/C1860-23C. the ASTM website.
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Designation: C1860 − 23b C1860 − 23c
Standard Test Methods for
Measurement of Tensile Strength or Bond Strength of
1
Portland Cement-Based Plaster by Direct Tension
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1860; 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 These test methods cover procedures for determining the tensile strength of a section of portland cement-based plaster, the
bond strength between portland cement-based plaster and a solid plaster base, or the fastener pull-out or lath pull-over strength for
portland cement-based plaster bases over framing in either an exterior (stucco) or interior application. The test procedures are
destructive in nature within the localized test areas and, after testing is concluded, require appropriate repair of the finish system
as well as any underlying materials damaged during testing.
1.2 These test methods are suitable for use on portland cement-based plaster finish systems on both new and existing construction.
Test methods shall be conducted a minimum of 28 days after application of the portland cement-based plaster. Mechanical Load
Test Method A and Vacuum Chamber Testing shall be used to determine the tensile strength or bond strength of direct-applied
portland cement-based plaster and may be useful in evaluating the efficacy of different surface preparation characteristics, bonding
agents, or both. Mechanical Load Test Method B and Vacuum Chamber Testing shall be used to determine the tensile strength of
portland cement-based plaster installed over mechanically attached lath.
1.3 These test methods are suitable for use in both laboratory and field samples. No correlation shall be made between laboratory
and field testing.
1.4 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the performance of the underlying construction or framing members. Test
results on a particular building may be variable depending on the specimen location, condition, and installation, and are subject
to interpretation by the test specifier.
1.5 These test methods are not intended to evaluate the performance of coatings applied to the surface of the portland
cement-based plaster.
1.6 These test methods are not intended to be a pre-construction qualifier to determine if the surfaces are appropriate for
application of portland cement plaster. The test methods are intended to be used as a tool to quantitatively evaluate existing
portland cement plaster cladding that is suspected of questionable bond or uncertain fastening to the substrate.
1.7 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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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C11 on Gypsum and Related Building Materials and Systems and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee C11.02 on Specifications and Test Methods for Accessories and Related Products.
Current edition approved March 1, 2023June 1, 2023. Published March 2023June 2023. Originally approved in 2018. Last previous edition approved in 2023 as
C1860 – 23a.C1860 – 23b. DOI: 10.1520/C1860-23B.10.1520/C1860-23C.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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C1860 − 23c
1.8 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, or equipment. 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.
1.9 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:
C11 Terminology Relating to Gypsum and Related Building Materials and Systems
C219 Terminology Relating to Hydraulic and Other Inorganic Cements
E2359/E2359M Te
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