1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the resistance of installed exterior windows, curtain walls, skylights, and doors to water penetration when water is applied to the outdoor face and exposed edges simultaneously with a static air pressure at the outdoor face higher than the pressure at the indoor face.

1.2 This test method is applicable to any curtain-wall area or to windows, skylights, or doors alone. It is intended primarily for determining the resistance to water penetration through such assemblies for compliance with specified performance criteria, but it may also be used to determine the resistance to penetration through the joints between the assemblies and the adjacent construction. Other procedures may be appropriate to identify sources of leakage.

1.3 This test method addresses water penetration through a manufactured assembly. Water that penetrates the assembly, but does not result in a failure as defined herein, may have adverse effects on the performance of contained materials such as sealants and insulating or laminated glass. This test method does not address these issues.

1.4 The proper use of this test method requires a knowledge of the principles of pressure measurement.

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

1.6 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. For specific hazard statements, see 7.1.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

E631 Terminology of Building Constructions

Keywords

curtain walls; doors; skylights; water penetration; windows; Air pressure testing--building constructions/materials; Curtain walls; Cyclic static air pressure tests; Doors/door assemblies; Exterior doors; Exterior windows; Field testing--building materials; Fire-resistant materials/testing; Penetration--building materials/applications; Pressure testing--building constructions/materials; Skylights; Uniform static air pressure difference; Water penetration--exterior windows/curtain walls/doors; Water resistance; Windows/window assemblies;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 91.060.50 (Doors and windows)

DOI: 10.1520/E1105-00

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