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1. Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the tests for determining the
absorption and bulk specific gravity of all types of dimension
stone, except slate.
1.2 UnitsThe values stated in either SI units or inchpound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The
values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents;
therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other.
Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address 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
2.1 ASTM Standards:2
C119 Terminology Relating to Dimension Stone
3. Terminology
3.1 DefinitionsAll definitions are in accordance with Terminology C119.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 These test methods are useful in indicating the differences in absorption between the various dimension stones.
These test methods also provide one element in comparing
stones of the same type.
5. Sampling
5.1 The sample shall be selected to represent a true average
of the type or grade of stone under consideration and shall be
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee C18 on
Dimension Stone and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee C18.01 on Test
Methods.
Current edition approved April 1, 2009. Published April 2009. Originally
approved in 1930. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as C9702(2008). DOI:
10.1520/C0097_C0097M-09.
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period remove them from the water bath one at a time, surface
dry with a damp cloth, and weigh to the nearest 0.0005 oz
[0.01 g].
8. Calculation and Report
8.1 Calculate the weight percentage absorption (Note 1) for
each specimen as follows:
Absorption, weight % 5 @ ~ B 2 A ! /A # 3 100
(1)
where:
A = weight of the dried specimen, oz [g], and
B = weight of the specimen after immersion, oz [g].
NOTE 1If the percentage of absorption by volume is desired it will be
necessary to determine the bulk specific gravity and multiply each value
of percentage absorption by weight by the corresponding bulk specific
gravity value.
ASpecimen.
G Loop for attachment to stirrup of
BSuspension basket.
balance.
CBrass ring.
HCutaway section of basket.
D Bottom of basket of No. 13 B & S
IWater jar.
gauge [1.8 mm] brass wire
JWater level.
(all joints soldered).
KWater jar support.
E Bail of basket of No. 13 B & S gauge LBalance pan suspension rod.
[1.8 mm] brass wire.
MBalance pan.
F Suspension wire of No. 20 B & S
NBeam of balance.
gauge [0.8 mm] brass wire.
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11. Calculation
11.1 Calculate the bulk specific gravity as follows:
Bulk specific gravity 5 A/ ~ B 2 C !
(2)
where:
A = weight of the dried specimen, oz [g],
B = weight of the soaked and surface-dried specimen in air,
oz [g], and
C = weight of the soaked specimen in water, oz [g].
11.2 Calculate the mean bulk specific gravity of the sample
as the average of the bulk specific gravity for all specimens.
NOTE 2The bulk specific gravity gives a convenient and accurate
means of calculating the unit weight of the stone; for example, drystone
weight per cubic foot [cubic metre] = bulk specific gravity 62.4 [1000].
12. Report
12.1 The report shall contain the following information:
12.1.1 Identity of party providing the sample.
12.1.2 Name of stone.
12.1.3 Identity of sample.
12.1.4 Bulk specific gravity of sample.
12.1.5 Any variations to the procedure, including specimen
dimensions, given in this standard.
12.2 The report shall also contain the following information
for each specimen:
12.2.1 Weight of dried specimen.
12.2.2 Weight of soaked and surface-dried specimen in air.
12.2.3 Weight of soaked specimen suspended in water.
12.2.4 Bulk specific gravity of specimen.
ASpecimen.
BSuspension basket.
CBrass ring.
D Bottom of basket of No. 13 B & S
gauge [1.8 mm] brass wire (all
joints soldered).
E Bail of basket of No. 13 B & S
gauge [1.8 mm] brass wire.
F Suspension wire of No. 20 B & S
gauge [0.8 mm] brass wire.
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