Scope
1.1 This test method covers the procedure for determining the relative resistance of fired fireclay and high alumina refractories to thermal shock conditions resulting from specified heating and cooling cycles. The equipment specified is based on test units currently in use at several industrial laboratories.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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.
