ASTM International Standard Test Methods for Sealants and Fillers, Hot-Applied, For Joints and Cracks in Asphaltic and Portland Cement Concrete Pavements ASTM D5329-96

1.1 These test methods cover tests for hot-applied types of joint and crack sealants and fillers for portland cement concrete and asphaltic concrete pavements. There are numerous standard material specifications that use these test methods. Refer to the respective standard material specification of interest to determine which of the following test methods to use. For sample melting and concrete block preparation see their respective standard practices. 1.2 The test methods appear in the following sections: Section Artificial Weathering 15 Asphalt Compatibility 14 Bond, Non-Immersed 9 Bond, Fuel-Immersed 11 Bond, Water-Immersed 10 Cone Penetration, Non-Immersed 6 Cone Penetration, Fuel-Immersed 7 Flexibility 18 Flow 8 Resilience 12 Resilience, Oven-Aged 13 Solubility (Change in Weight) 17 Tensile Adhesion 16 1.3 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. 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.