1.1 This test method covers the procedure for determining the consistency of castable refractory mixes by the flow table method.
1.2 This test method applies to regular-weight castable refractories, insulating castable refractories, and castable refractories that require heavy vibration for forming, which are described in Classification C401. They also apply to such castables containing metal fibers.
1.3 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.
1.4 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 C1445-13(2018) Referenced Document
ASTM C230/C230M Standard Specification for Flow Table for Use in Tests of Hydraulic Cement
ASTM C401 Standard Classification of Alumina and Alumina-Silicate Castable Refractories
ASTM C71 Standard Terminology Relating to Refractories
ASTM C860 Standard Test Method for Determining the Consistency of Refractory Castable Using the Ball-In-Hand Test*, 2019-09-01 Update
ASTM D346/D346M Standard Practice for Collection and Preparation of Coke Samples for Laboratory Analysis*, 2019-01-01 Update
ASTM E177 Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
ASTM C1445-13(2018) history
2018ASTM C1445-13(2018) Standard Test Method for Measuring Consistency of Castable Refractory Using a Flow Table
2013ASTM C1445-13 Standard Test Method for Measuring Consistency of Castable Refractory Using a Flow Table
2007ASTM C1445-07 Standard Test Method for Measuring Consistency of Castable Refractory Using a Flow Table
1999ASTM C1445-99(2005) Standard Test Method for Measuring Consistency of Castable Refractory Using a Flow Table
1999ASTM C1445-99 Standard Test Method for Measuring Consistency of Castable Refractory Using a Flow Table