Scope
1.1 These test methods include procedures for sampling, examination, physical testing, and analyses of asphalt-containing materials used in roofing and waterproofing. These materials include but are not limited to roll roofing, cap sheets, and shingles. Any of these materials are allowed to be partially or fully coated, surfaced, and/or laminated.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 The test methods and procedures in this standard appear in the following order:
| Section | Content |
| 5 | Types of Roofing |
| 6 | Sampling |
| 7 | Mass and Area Determination |
| 8 | Selection of Representative Specimens |
| 9 | Moisture |
| 10 | Pliability |
| 11 | Weight Loss and Behavior on Heating |
| 12 | Preparation and Selection of Small Test Specimens for Analyses |
| 13 | Analysis of Glass Felt Products |
| 14 | Analysis of Roofing Products with Organic or Asbestos Felts |
| 15 | Ash of Desaturated Felt |
| 16 | Calculation |
| 17 | Adjusting Back Coating Fine Mineral Matter and Back Surfacing |
| 18 | Report |
| 19 | Precision and Bias |
1.4 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.
