ASTM C1552-16 - Standard Practice for Capping Concrete Masonry Units, Related Units and Masonry Prisms for Compression Testing
Standard Practice for Capping Concrete Masonry Units, Related Units and Masonry Prisms for Compression Testing
| Standard number: | C1552-16 |
| Released: | 01.12.2016 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Section: | 04.05 |
| Keywords: | cap; capping; capping materials; capping plate; casting plate; compressive strength; gypsum cement; sulfur; |
1.1 This practice covers apparatus, materials, and procedures for capping concrete masonry units, related units, including coupons or other specimens obtained from such units, and masonry prisms for compression testing.
Note 1: The testing laboratory performing these test methods should be evaluated in accordance with Practice C1093.
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.