ASTM C1583/C1583M
Standard Test Method for Tensile Strength of Concrete Surfaces and the Bond Strength or Tensile Strength of Concrete Repair and Overlay Materials by Direct Tension (Pull-off Method)
Available Formats:
Availability: Immediate Download
Language: English
License Type: Single User
Updates: Not Included
About This Item
ASTM C1583/C1583M is the ASTM standard for measuring tensile strength of concrete surfaces and the bond strength or tensile strength of concrete repair and overlay materials by direct tension pull-off testing. It is used to evaluate how well a repair or overlay is attached to concrete, helping users compare performance and verify surface condition in a practical, field-oriented way. As a product-page reference, ASTM C1583/C1583M supports informed purchasing, testing, and compliance decisions tied to adhesion and surface integrity.
Purpose of ASTM C1583/C1583M
The purpose of this standard is to provide a direct tension method for assessing the tensile strength of concrete surfaces and the bond strength of repair or overlay materials applied to concrete. ASTM C1583/C1583M is typically used when a pull-off result is needed to help judge whether a concrete surface or bonded system meets expected performance. The standard gives a consistent technical basis for comparing test results across projects, products, and evaluation programs.
Common use cases of ASTM C1583/C1583M
This standard is commonly used for pull-off testing of concrete substrates and bonded repair or overlay systems. It may be applied during product evaluation, jobsite quality control, and acceptance testing where adhesion or surface tensile capacity is important. ASTM C1583/C1583M is also useful when confirming the condition of prepared concrete before installing repair materials or overlays, or when checking the bond performance of an installed system after curing or service exposure.
Why ASTM C1583/C1583M matters
ASTM C1583/C1583M matters because bond and surface tensile performance can directly affect durability, safety, and project acceptance. Using a recognized standard helps reduce uncertainty in testing and makes results easier to compare in procurement, specification, and quality control workflows. For contractors, engineers, and material suppliers, it provides a reliable framework for evaluating whether a concrete repair or overlay system is performing as intended and whether corrective action may be needed.
- Direct tension pull-off method
- Concrete surface tensile strength
- Bond evaluation for repairs and overlays
- Field testing and quality control support
- Useful for performance comparison and acceptance
- Publication Date: 2020-05-15
- Publisher: ASTM
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Summarize with AI
Get quick summaries using your favorite AI engine.
