1.1 This classification covers alumina and alumina-silicate castable refractories that, when tempered with water, will develop structural strength by chemical action.
1.2 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.
1.3 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 C401-12(2022) Referenced Document
ASTM C113 Standard Test Method for Reheat Change of Refractory Brick
ASTM C133 Standard Test Methods for Cold Crushing Strength and Modulus of Rupture of Refractories*, 2024-04-21 Update
ASTM C134 Standard Test Methods for Size, Dimensional Measurements, and Bulk Density of Refractory Brick and Insulating Firebrick*, 2023-08-03 Update
ASTM C862 Standard Practice for Preparing Refractory Concrete Specimens by Casting
ASTM C865 Standard Practice for Firing Refractory Concrete Specimens
ASTM C401-12(2022) history
2022ASTM C401-12(2022) Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
2018ASTM C401-12(2018) Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
2012ASTM C401-12 Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
1991ASTM C401-91(2005) Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
1991ASTM C401-91(2000) Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories