ASTM C1439-13
Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Latex and Powder Polymer Modifiers for use in Hydraulic Cement Concrete and Mortar

Standard No.

ASTM C1439-13

Release Date

2013

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM C1439-19

Latest

ASTM C1439-19

Scope

3.1 These test methods are used to develop data for comparison with the requirements of Specification C1438. Standardized procedures are used to compare the properties of specimens made from test mixtures of polymer-modified concrete or mortar with the properties of specimens made from reference mixtures. These test methods are not intended to simulate job conditions.

1.1 These test methods provide a means of determining the effect of adding polymer modifiers to reference concrete or mortar.

1.2 Most sections of ASTM test methods and practices for hydraulic cement mortar and concrete apply to the preparation and testing of specimens made with polymer-modifiers. However, there are some exceptions, most notably curing, that need special procedures in order to develop the properties inherent with polymer-modification. These test methods cover these exceptions.

1.3 For testing polymer-modified mortar and concrete specimens, the procedures in this standard supersede those in the referenced ASTM test methods and practices. These test methods are not applicable to dry, packaged mortar and concrete.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

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. (Warning—Fresh hydraulic cementitious mixtures are caustic and may cause chemical burns to skin and tissue upon prolonged exposure.²)

ASTM C1439-13 Referenced Document

• ASTM C109/C109M Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or [50-mm] Cube Specimens)
• ASTM C1202 Standard Test Method for Electrical Indication of Concrete''s Ability to Resist Chloride Ion Penetration
• ASTM C127 Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
• ASTM C128 Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
• ASTM C138/C138M Standard Test Method for Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
• ASTM C1404/C1404M Standard Test Method for Bond Strength of Adhesive Systems Used with Concrete as Measured by Direct Tension
• ASTM C143/C143M Standard Test Method for Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
• ASTM C1437 Standard Test Method for Flow of Hydraulic Cement Mortar
• ASTM C1438 Standard Specification for Latex and Powder Polymer Modifiers for Hydraulic Cement Concrete and Mortar
• ASTM C150 Standard Specification for Portland Cement
• ASTM C173/C173M Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
• ASTM C185 Standard Test Method for Air Content of Hydraulic Cement Mortar
• ASTM C192/C192M Standard Practice for Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Laboratory
• ASTM C231 Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
• ASTM C260 Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete
• ASTM C305 Standard Practice for Mechanical Mixing of Hydraulic Cement Pastes and Mortars of Plastic Consistency
• ASTM C33 Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates
• ASTM C39/C39M Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
• ASTM C403/C403M Standard Test Method for Time of Setting of Concrete Mixtures by Penetration Resistance
• ASTM C494/C494M Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete
• ASTM C778 Standard Specification for Standard Sand

ASTM C1439-13 history

• 2019 ASTM C1439-19 Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Latex and Powder Polymer Modifiers for use in Hydraulic Cement Concrete and Mortar
• 2013 ASTM C1439-13 Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Latex and Powder Polymer Modifiers for use in Hydraulic Cement Concrete and Mortar
• 2008 ASTM C1439-08a Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Polymer Modifiers in Mortar and Concrete
• 2008 ASTM C1439-08 Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Polymer Modifiers in Mortar and Concrete
• 1999 ASTM C1439-99(2008) Standard Test Methods for Polymer-Modified Mortar and Concrete
• 1999 ASTM C1439-99e1 Standard Test Methods for Polymer-Modified Mortar and Concrete