ASTM_E_2430_-_E_2430M_-_13.pdf

Designation:E2430/E2430M13Standard Specification ForExpanded Polystyrene(“EPS”)Thermal Insulation Boardsfor Use in Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems(“EIFS”)1This standard is issued under the fixed designation E2430/E2430M;the number immediately following the designation indicates the yearof original adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.A superscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1.Scope1.1 This specification is for flat,uncoated expanded poly-styrene thermal insulation boards for use in exterior insulationand finish systems(EIFS).1.2 EIFS producers may have requirements in addition to,or different than,those in this specification.1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound unitsare to be regarded separately as standard.The values stated ineach system may not be exact equivalents;therefore,eachsystem shall be used independently of the other.Combiningvalues from the two systems may result in non-conformancewith the standard.1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns,if any,associated with its use.It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2C578 Specification for Rigid,Cellular Polystyrene ThermalInsulationE631 Terminology of Building ConstructionsE2110 Terminology for Exterior Insulation and Finish Sys-tems(EIFS)3.Terminology3.1 For general terminology regarding EIFS and building ingeneral,see Terminology E2110(for EIFS terms)and Termi-nology E631(for buildings in general).4.Ordering Information4.1 The following information shall be provided whenshipping materials under this specification.4.1.1 Thickness,width and length,4.1.2 Number of pieces,4.1.3 Shipping address,4.1.4 Required delivery date,4.1.5 Billing information,4.1.6 Certificate of compliance with this specification,and4.1.7 EIFS producer name and product name for whichinsulation is to be used.5.Requirements5.1 The thermal insulation boards shall meet the followingrequirements.5.1.1 Insulation boards shall meet the properties listed inTable 1 of Specification C578 for Type I.5.1.2 Insulation boards shall be made of 100%virgin EPS.5.1.3 Length1219 mm 48 in.6 1.6 mm 6116in.5.1.4 Width610 mm 24 in.6 1.6 mm 6116in.5.1.5 Thickness:5.1.5.1 Minimum:20 mm 34in.+1.6 mm 116in.5.1.5.2 Maximum:as specified.5.1.6 Edge TruenessWhen measured with a straight edge,edges shall not deviate more that 0.8 mm 132in.in 305 mm12 in.5.1.7 Face FlatnessWhen measured across the face with astraight edge,the maximum deviation for the straight edgeshall not exceed more than 0.8 mm 132in.5.1.8 SquarenessWhen measured on the large flat facefrom one corner to the opposing corner,the dimensionalvariations shall not exceed more than 0.8 mm 132in.in 305mm 12 in.5.1.9 AgingPrior to cutting into individual boards,theinsulation billet shall remain in one of the following states:5.1.9.1 For a minimum of six weeks at ambient tempera-tures and humidity conditions of the storage locations.5.1.9.2 For a minimum of five days at a constant tempera-ture of 60C 140F.5.1.9.3 For a minimum of twelve days at the existingtemperature and humidity conditions of the storage location1This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E06 onPerformance of Buildings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E06.58on Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems(EIFS).Current edition approved Sept.1,2013.Published September 2013.Originallyapproved in 2005.Last previous edition approved in 2013 as E2430 05(2013).DOI:10.1520/E2430_E2430M-13.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 when thermal insulation boards are manufactured using lowpentane EPS resin(4.5%pentane)and vacuum moldingtechnology.5.1.9.4 For a minimum of 18 days at existing temperatureand humidity conditions of the storage location when thermalinsulation boards are manufactured using full pentane resin(nominal 6%pentane)and using vacuum molding technology.5.1.10 Inspection and Quality AssuranceThe thermal in-sulation boards shall be produced under the EIFS producersquality assurance program,which shall meet the requirementsof the applicable local building regulations and the require-ments of the EIFS producer in whose system the insulation isto be used.6.Workmanship,Finish,and Appearance6.1 Crushing and DepressionInsulation boards shall haveno crushed or depressed areas on any surface exceeding 1.6mm 116in.in depth on no more the 5%of the surface area.6.2 VoidsInsulation board shall have