Description

1.1 These methods cover determination of the following properties of structural insulating roof deck. In all structural tests the specimens are loaded as beams with the finished (ceiling) face in tension.

	Sections

Equivalent Uniform Load	8-12
Concentrated Load	13-16
Sustained Uniform Load (Sag)	18-20
Impact Load	21-24
Resistance to Cyclic Exposure	25-29
Thermal Conductance (Test Method C177)	30-32
Water Vapor Permeance (Test Method C355)	33-37

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The metric equivalents of inch-pound units may be approximate.

1.3 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.