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ASTM C473-15
ASTM C473-15 Standard Test Methods for Physical Testing of Gypsum Panel Products
standard by ASTM International, 05/15/2015
Full Description
1.1These test methods cover the physical testing of gypsum panel products.
1.2The test methods appear in the following order:
| Section | |
| Flexural Strength (Method A) | 7 |
| Core, End and Edge Hardness (Method A) | 8 |
| Nail Pull Resistance (Method A) | 9 |
| Flexural Strength (Method B) | 11 |
| Core, End and Edge Hardness (Method B) | 12 |
| Nail Pull Resistance (Method B) | 13 |
| Humidified Deflection | 14 |
| End Squareness | 15 |
| Nominal Thickness | 16 |
| Recessed- or Tapered Edge Depth | 17 |
| Width | 18 |
| Length | 19 |
| Water Resistance of Core-Treated Water-Repellent | |
| Surface Water Resistance of Gypsum Panel Products | |
1.3The 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.
1.4The text of these test methods references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes, excluding those in tables and figures, shall not be considered as requirements of these test methods.
1.5This 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.
