1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers mortars for use in the construction of non-reinforced and reinforced unit masonry structures. Four types of mortar are covered in each of two alternative specifications: ( 1 ) proportion specifications and ( 2 ) property specifications.

Note 1When the property specification is used to qualify masonry mortars, the testing agency performing the test methods should be evaluated in accordance with Practice C1093 .

1.2 The proportion or property specifications shall govern as specified.

1.3 When neither proportion or property specifications are specified, the proportion specifications shall govern, unless data are presented to and accepted by the specifier to show that mortar meets the requirements of the property specifications.

1.4 The text of this specification 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.

1.5 The terms used in this specification are identified in Terminologies C1180 and C1232 .

1.6 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.

1.7 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods section of this specification: 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.

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

C5 Specification for Quicklime for Structural Purposes

C91 Specification for Masonry Cement

C109/C109M Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or [50-mm] Cube Specimens)

C110 Test Methods for Physical Testing of Quicklime, Hydrated Lime, and Limestone

C128 Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), and Absorption of Fine Aggregate

C144 Specification for Aggregate for Masonry Mortar

C150 Specification for Portland Cement

C188 Test Method for Density of Hydraulic Cement

C207 Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes

C305 Practice for Mechanical Mixing of Hydraulic Cement Pastes and Mortars of Plastic Consistency

C511 Specification for Mixing Rooms, Moist Cabinets, Moist Rooms, and Water Storage Tanks Used in the Testing of Hydraulic Cements and Concretes

C595 Specification for Blended Hydraulic Cements

C780 Test Method for Preconstruction and Construction Evaluation of Mortars for Plain and Reinforced Unit Masonry

C952 Test Method for Bond Strength of Mortar to Masonry Units

C979 Specification for Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete

C1072 Test Methods for Measurement of Masonry Flexural Bond Strength

C1093 Practice for Accreditation of Testing Agencies for Masonry

C1157 Performance Specification for Hydraulic Cement

C1180 Terminology of Mortar and Grout for Unit Masonry

C1232 Terminology of Masonry

C1324 Test Method for Examination and Analysis of Hardened Masonry Mortar

C1329 Specification for Mortar Cement

C1384 Specification for Admixtures for Masonry Mortars

C1489 Specification for Lime Putty for Structural Purposes

C1506 Test Method for Water Retention of Hydraulic Cement-Based Mortars and Plasters

C1586 Guide for Quality Assurance of Mortars

E72 Test Methods of Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction

E514 Test Method for Water Penetration and Leakage Through Masonry

E518 Test Methods for Flexural Bond Strength of Masonry

Masonry Industry Council

Keywords

air content; compressive strength; masonry; masonry cement; mortar; portland cement-lime; water retention; water retentivity;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.100.10 (Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar)

DOI: 10.1520/C0270-12

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