ASTM-C181 › Standard Test Method for Workability Index of Fireclay and High-Alumina Refractory Plastics
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Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the workability index of fireclay and high-alumina refractory plastics by measuring the plastic deformation of a molded test specimen when subjected to impacts.
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Significance and Use
3.1 Workability index serves as a measure of the facility with which refractory plastic materials can be rammed, gunned, or vibrated into place.
3.2 Workability index is commonly used to control consistency of plastics during manufacture. It has also been found useful for specification acceptance by the consumer.
3.3 The workability index determination can provide information for developing a plastic body. When a sample splits under impact at various water contents, it is an indication that the material is “short” or lacking in plasticity.
3.4 Determinations on samples that split during impact will be difficult to reproduce. If the sample splits, the measurement is not a true indication of deformation. This should be noted in the report.
Keywords
refractories; refractory plastic; workability;; ICS Number Code 81.080 (Refractories)
To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:
15.01 (Refractories, Activated Carbon; Advanced Ceramics)
To find similar documents by classification:
81.080 (Refractories Including ceramic refractories)
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Document Number
ASTM-C181-11(2018)
Revision Level
2011 R18 EDITION
Status
Current
Modification Type
Reapproval
Publication Date
Oct. 1, 2018
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
3 pages
Committee Number
C08.09