ASTM C1194-03(2011)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Architectural Cast Stone
Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Architectural Cast Stone
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
This test method is to be used in determining the compressive strength of cast stone. Compressive strength is one measure of resistance of cast stone to weathering and structural stress.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the sampling, preparation of specimens, and determination of the compressive strength of architectural cast stone.
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.
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.
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Designation: C1194 − 03 (Reapproved 2011)
Standard Test Method for
Compressive Strength of Architectural Cast Stone
This standard is issued under the fixed designation C1194; 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 5. Apparatus
1.1 This test method covers the sampling, preparation of
5.1 Testing Machine—The testing machine shall conform to
specimens, and determination of the compressive strength of
the requirements prescribed in Test Method C109/C109M
architectural cast stone.
unless otherwise indicated therein.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
6. Sampling
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
6.1 Select the sample to represent the cast stone under
and are not considered standard.
consideration. The sample may be selected by the purchaser or
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1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the his authorized representative from each 500 ft (14 m ) of cast
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the stone. Select a sample of adequate size to permit the prepara-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- tion of three compression test specimens.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. 7. Test Specimens
7.1 For compression tests, take three specimens from each
2. Referenced Documents
sample. Cut specimens from the finished surface of the sample
2.1 ASTM Standards:
to consist of one surface intended to be exposed to view and
C42/C42M Test Method for Obtaining and Testing Drilled
five saw-cut surfaces, except for faced cast stone, cut speci-
Cores and Sawed Beams of Concrete
mens through the faced surface to consist of approximately
C109/C109M Test Method for Compressive Strength of
equal parts of the facing material and the backup material.
Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or [50-mm] Cube
7.2 Cut test specimens from the sample with saws. The test
Specimens)
specimens shall be 2-in. (50.8-mm) or 50-mm cubes. The
C617 Practice for Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
allowable size tolerance of the cubes shall be 6 ⁄8 in. (3.2 mm).
3. Terminology
7.3 Measure the top and bottom of the bearing surfaces of
3.1 Definitions: the test specimens to 0.01 in. (0.25 mm) and average the two
3.1.1 cast stone, n—an architectural precast concrete build- bearing areas to obtain the compression area.
ing unit intended to simulate natural cut stone.
8. Conditioning
4. Significance and Use
8.1 For this test, oven dry specimens at a temperature of 100
4.1 This test method is to be used in determining the
to 110°C (212 to 230°F) until the loss in mass is not more than
compressive strength of cast stone. Compressive strength is
0.1 % in 24 h of drying. Remove from the oven and allow to
one measure of resistance of cast stone to weathering and
cool in room temperature for 4 to 6 h before capping.
structural stress.
9. Specimen Preparation
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee C27 on Precast
9.1 Cap each specimen, after drying, using equipment,
Concrete Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C27.20 on
materials, and procedures that conform to those specified in
Architectural and Structural Products.
Practice C617. Capping material is required that will exceed
Current edition approved May 1, 2011. Published June 2011. Originally
the compressive strength of the tested cubes. Form the cap by
published in 1991. Last previous edition approved in 2003 as C1194 – 03. DOI:
10.1520/C1194-03R11.
spreading the capping material upon a capping plate and
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pressing the specimen firmly on it. Make the cap as thin as
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