ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019)
Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover

Standard No.

ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019)

Release Date

2019

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019)

Scope

1.1 These test methods2 cover the determination of the properties of flexible membranes to be used as vapor retarders in contact with earth under concrete slabs, against walls, or as ground cover in crawl spaces. The test methods are applicable primarily to plastic films and other flexible sheets. The materials are not intended to be subjected to sustained hydrostatic pressure. The procedures simulate conditions to which vapor retarders may be subjected prior to and during installation, and in service. 1.2 The test methods included are: Section Water-Vapor Transmission of Material as Received 7 Water-Vapor Transmission after Wetting and Drying and after LongTime Soaking 8 Tensile Strength 9 Resistance to Puncture 10 Resistance to Plastic Flow and Elevated Temperature 11 Effect of Low Temperatures on Flexibility 12 Resistance to Deterioration from Organisms and Substances in Contacting Soil 13 Resistance to Deterioration from Petroleum Vehicles for Soil Poisons 14 Resistance to Deterioration from Exposure to Ultraviolet Light 15 Resistance to Flame Spread 16 Report 17 1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound 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 non-conformance with the standard. 1.4 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. 1.5 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.

ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019) Referenced Document

• ASTM C168 Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation*， 2022-05-01 Update
• ASTM C755 Standard Practice for Selection of Vapor Retarders for Thermal Insulation
• ASTM D1709 Standard Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by the Free-Falling Dart Method
• ASTM D1985 Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Blocks for Testing Sealants, for Joints and Cracks
• ASTM D2565 Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Outdoor Applications
• ASTM D4397 Standard Specification for Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications*， 2023-11-01 Update
• ASTM D828 Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Paper and Paperboard Using Constant-Rate-of-Elongation Apparatus
• ASTM D882 Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting
• ASTM E241 Standard Guide for Limiting Water-Induced Damage to Buildings*， 2020-07-01 Update
• ASTM E437 Specification for Industrial Wire Cloth and Screens (Square Opening Series) (Withdrawn 2000)
• ASTM E631 Standard Terminology of Building Constructions
• ASTM E84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
• ASTM E96/E96M Standard Test Methods for Gravimetric Determination of Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Materials*， 2024-03-01 Update
• ASTM F1249 Standard Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission Rate Through Plastic Film and Sheeting Using a Modulated Infrared Sensor

ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019) history

• 2019 ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019) Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 2008 ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2013)e1 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 2008 ASTM E154-08a Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 2008 ASTM E154-08 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 1999 ASTM E154-99(2005) Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 1999 ASTM E154-99 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
• 1968 ASTM E154-68 Standard Methods Of Testing Materials For Use As Vapor Barriers Under Concrete Slabs And As Ground Cover In Crawl Spaces