ASTM C1823/C1823M
Standard Test Method for Shear Bond Strength of Adhered Dimension Stone
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ASTM C1823/C1823M is the ASTM standard for a Standard Test Method for Shear Bond Strength of Adhered Dimension Stone. It is used to evaluate how well dimension stone remains bonded to a substrate under shear loading, helping users compare performance in a consistent way. For projects where adhered stone must meet defined quality or engineering expectations, this standard supports more reliable testing, product evaluation, and specification review.
Overview of ASTM C1823/C1823M
This ASTM standard provides a test method focused on the shear bond strength of adhered dimension stone, making it relevant to materials and assemblies where stone is attached to a backing or supporting surface. The designation C1823/C1823M reflects both inch-pound and metric usage. In practice, ASTM C1823/C1823M is used to help establish a repeatable approach for measuring bond performance, which can be important for technical submittals, laboratory evaluation, and compliance-oriented decisions.
Common use cases of ASTM C1823/C1823M
ASTM C1823/C1823M is commonly referenced when testing adhered dimension stone products before use in construction or when comparing bond strength results across different materials or installation systems. It may be useful for manufacturers, laboratories, specifiers, and project teams working with stone cladding or similar adhered stone applications. The standard helps support controlled testing of the bond between the stone and its attachment system, especially when performance documentation is needed for acceptance or quality review.
Benefits of using ASTM C1823/C1823M
Using ASTM C1823/C1823M helps create a consistent basis for evaluating shear bond strength, which can improve confidence in product performance and test results. It supports clearer communication between suppliers, testing labs, and project stakeholders by providing a recognized ASTM test method. For procurement and quality control, the standard can reduce ambiguity, aid comparison of test data, and support more informed decisions about adhered dimension stone systems and their suitability for a given application.
- Shear bond strength evaluation
- Adhered dimension stone testing
- Laboratory and quality control use
- Inch-pound and metric designation
- Performance comparison for bonded assemblies
- Publication Date: 2020-09-03
- Publisher: ASTM
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