Abstract

This specification covers hollow and solid nonloadbearing concrete masonry units made from Portland cement, water, and mineral aggregates with or without the inclusion of other materials. These units are intended for use in nonloadbearing partitions, but under certain conditions they may be suitable for use in nonloadbearing exterior walls above grade where effectively protected from the weather. Concrete masonry units manufactured under this specification shall conform to the specified density classifications and compressive strength requirements.

This abstract is a brief summary of the referenced standard. It is informational only and not an official part of the standard; the full text of the standard itself must be referred to for its use and application. ASTM does not give any warranty express or implied or make any representation that the contents of this abstract are accurate, complete or up to date.

1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers hollow and solid nonloadbearing concrete masonry units made from portland cement, water, and mineral aggregates with or without the inclusion of other materials. These units are intended for use in nonloadbearing partitions, but under certain conditions they may be suitable for use in nonloadbearing exterior walls above grade where effectively protected from the weather.

1.2 The text of this standard references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the standard.

1.3 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.

Note 1Concrete masonry units covered by this specification are made from lightweight or normal weight aggregates, or both.

Note 2When particular features are desired, such as density classification, surface texture for appearance or bond, finish, color, fire resistance, insulation, acoustical properties, or other special features, such properties should be specified separately by the purchaser. However, suppliers should be consulted as to the availability of units having the desired features.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

C33 Specification for Concrete Aggregates

C140 Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units

C150 Specification for Portland Cement

C207 Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes

C331 Specification for Lightweight Aggregates for Concrete Masonry Units

C456 Test Method for Hydration Resistance of Basic Bricks and Shapes

C595 Specification for Blended Hydraulic Cements

C618 Specification for Coal Fly Ash and Raw or Calcined Natural Pozzolan for Use in Concrete

C989 Specification for Slag Cement for Use in Concrete and Mortars

C1157 Performance Specification for Hydraulic Cement

C1232 Terminology of Masonry

Keywords

concrete masonry units; face shell; flange; linear drying shrinkage; nonloadbearing; Moisture-controlled concrete masonry units; Nonload-bearing concrete masonry units; Concrete construction materials/applications--specifications; Concrete masonry units--specifications; Masonry units--specifications ;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.100.30 (Concrete and concrete products)

DOI: 10.1520/C0129-11

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ASTM C129