ASTM C1527/C1527M-23
Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone

Standard No.

ASTM C1527/C1527M-23

Release Date

2023

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)  US  /  ASTM

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ASTM C1527/C1527M-23

Introduction

Standard Overview and Technological Evolution

ASTM C1527/C1527M-23 is the authoritative specification for travertine dimensional stone. Its technological evolution is reflected in the following:

• 2023 Edition Adds a warning on freeze-thaw cycle applicability
• Clearly distinguishes the mechanical differences between Fleuri-cut (cross-cut) and Vein-cut (down-cut)
• Tightened the absorption rate index from 3% to 2.5%

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Core Physical Performance Requirements

Test Items	Exterior Stone (Class I)	Interior Stone (Class II)	Test Standard
Water Absorption (≤%)	2.5	2.5	C97/C97M
Density (≥kg/m³)	2300	2300	C97/C97M
Compressive Strength (≥MPa)	52	34	C170/C170M

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Key Terms Analysis

Fleuri-cut Process Risks

Clause 4.3.2 of the standard specifically states: When using the crosscutting process, the stone surface may only have a thin layer of structure, with natural pores underneath, which may cause fracture risks in load-bearing situations. An international airport project previously ignored this provision, resulting in a crack rate of over 15% in the paving stone.

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Implementation recommendations

1. Use with caution in freeze-thaw areas: Clause 4.3.1 recommends that additional freeze-thaw cycle tests be conducted in cold regions
2. Color difference control: Clause 4.4 requires that physical samples must be established as the acceptance benchmark
3. Representativeness of test samples: Clause 5.1 stipulates that test samples must come from actual mining areas

ASTM C1527/C1527M-23 Referenced Document

• ASTM C119 Standard Terminology Relating to Dimension Stone
• ASTM C1242 Standard Guide for Selection, Design, and Installation of Dimension Stone Attachment Systems
• ASTM C1353 Standard Test Method Using the Taber Abraser for Abrasion Resistance of Dimension Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic
• ASTM C1528 Standard Guide for Selection of Dimension Stone
• ASTM C170/C170M Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Dimension Stone
• ASTM C241/C241M Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic
• ASTM C880/C880M Standard Test Method for Flexural Strength of Dimension Stone
• ASTM C97/C97M Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone

ASTM C1527/C1527M-23 history

• 2023 ASTM C1527/C1527M-23 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2011 ASTM C1527/C1527M-11(2018) Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2011 ASTM C1527/C1527M-11 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2010 ASTM C1527/C1527M-10 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2009 ASTM C1527-09 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2003 ASTM C1527-03 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone
• 2002 ASTM C1527-02 Standard Specification for Travertine Dimension Stone

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