ASTM C471M-13 PDF

1.1 These test methods cover the chemical analysis of gypsum and gypsum panel products, including gypsum ready-mixed plaster, gypsum wood-fibered plaster, and gypsum concrete.

1.2 The test methods appear in the following order:

Sections

Preparation of Sample

4

Complete Procedure

 5 - 16

Alternative Procedure for Analysis for Calcium Sulfate by Ammonium Acetate Method

 
17 - 22

Alternative Procedure for Analysis for Sodium Chloride by the Coulometric Method

 
23 - 29

Determination of Sand in Set Plaster

30 - 36

Wood-Fiber Content in Wood-Fiber Gypsum Plaster

37 - 39

Optional Procedure for Analysis for Sodium by the Atomic Absorption Method

 
40 - 46

Optional Procedure for Analysis for Sodium by Flame Photometry

47 - 54

Determination of Sulfur (S8) in Gypsum Panel Products by Liquid Extraction for Analysis by Liquid or Gas Chromatography

55-65

1.3 The text of this standard references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the standard.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.5 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.