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Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation
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Scope
1.1 This specification covers the types, physical properties, and dimensions of cellular polystyrene intended for use as thermal insulation for temperatures from -65 to +165°F (-53.9 to +73.9°C).
1.1.1 For Type XIII only, this specification covers the physical properties, and dimensions of cellular polystyrene intended for use as thermal insulation for temperatures from -297 to +165°F (-183 to +73.9°C).
1.2 Consult the manufacturer for specific recommendations and properties in cryogenic conditions.
1.2.1 This specification does not cover cryogenic properties except for the k-factors for Type XIII in Appendix X1. For Type XIII in specific cryogenic applications, the manufacturer and purchaser shall agree upon the actual temperature limits and physical property requirements in addition to the k-factors in Appendix X1.
1.3 The use of thermal insulation materials covered by this specification may be regulated by building codes that address fire performance. For some end uses, specifiers should also address the effect of moisture. Guidelines regarding these end use considerations are included in Appendix X1.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information only.
1.5 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.
Keywords
block/board; cellular polystyrene; foam plastic; polystryrene; RCPS; rigid cellular polystrene; thermal insulation; ICS Number Code 83.100 (Cellular materials); 91.100.60 (Thermal and sound insulating materials)
To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:
04.06 (Thermal Insulation; Building and Environmental Acoustics)
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91.100.60 (Thermal and sound insulating materials)
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Document Number
ASTM-C578-04a
Revision Level
2004A EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Revision
Publication Date
Nov. 1, 2004
Document Type
Specification
Page Count
7 pages
Committee Number
C16.22