ASTM C1178/C1178M
Standard Specification for Coated Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel
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ASTM C1178/C1178M is the ASTM standard for coated glass mat water-resistant gypsum backing panel, providing a technical basis for describing and evaluating this panel product. It is relevant when a project calls for a gypsum backing panel designed with a coated glass mat facing and water-resistant characteristics. By establishing a common specification, the standard helps buyers, manufacturers, and specifiers communicate clearly about product expectations and support more consistent product selection.
Purpose of ASTM C1178/C1178M
The purpose of this standard is to define the requirements for a coated glass mat water-resistant gypsum backing panel in a way that supports reliable production and consistent procurement. As a product specification, ASTM C1178/C1178M helps frame the material’s intended characteristics and the technical basis for evaluating compliance. This is useful for manufacturers aligning product design with a recognized standard and for specifiers who need a clear reference when selecting backing panels for water-exposed applications.
Common use cases of ASTM C1178/C1178M
This standard is commonly used when specifying gypsum backing panels with coated glass mat facings for interior construction assemblies that need added moisture resistance. It is especially relevant for wall and tile backer applications where a durable backing surface is needed behind finished systems. ASTM C1178/C1178M can also support product comparison, submittal review, and quality checks during project documentation, where the backing panel must match a defined ASTM specification.
Why ASTM C1178/C1178M matters
ASTM C1178/C1178M matters because it gives purchasers and project teams a recognized reference for consistent product evaluation. That helps reduce confusion during procurement, supports compliance discussions, and improves quality control when comparing similar backing panels. For manufacturers, the standard can serve as a baseline for product development and testing coordination. For specifiers, it offers a clearer path to documenting the required backing panel type without relying on vague or inconsistent descriptions.
- Coated glass mat gypsum backing panel
- Water-resistant panel specification
- Product selection and submittal reference
- Compliance and quality control support
- Publication Date: 2024-05-06
- Publisher: ASTM
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