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NOTE 2-When particular features are desired such as surface textures 3.1 Terminology defined in Terminology CI232 shall apply
for this specification.
cO C90-14
SWhen this standard is used for units ~aving split surfaces , a maximum of 10 % of the split surface is permined to have thickness less than those shown, but not less than
3/. in . (19 .1 mm) . When the units are to be solid grouted. the 10 % limit does not apply and Footnote C establishes a thickness requirement for the entire faceshell.
CWhen the units are to be solid grout¢d, minimum face shell and web thickness shall be not less than 'Ie in. (16 mm) .
'1I,1inimum normalized web area does not apply to the portion of the unit to be filled with grout. The length of that portion shall be deducted from the overall length of the
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TABLE 2 Strength, Absorption, and Density Classification Requirements
Density Classification Ov~n-Dry Density Maximum Water Minimum Net Area
of Concrete, Ib/tt 3 (kg/m 3 ) Absorption , Ib/tt 3 (kg/m 3 ) Compressive Strength, Ib/in 2 (MPa)
Average of 3 Un its Average 01 3 Un its tndividua l Un its Average of 3 Units Individual Units
Lightweight Less [than 105 (16BO) 1B (2BB) 20 (320) 2000 (13 .B) lBOO (12.4)
Medium Weight 105 io less than 125 15 (240) 17 (272) 2000 (13.B) 1800 (12.4)
~680-2000
Normal Weight 125 ,(2000) or more 13 (20B) 2000 (13 .8)
6.2 Particular Feature L(nits-For particular feature units, NOTE II - Concrete maso nry unit s are produced using a wide variety of
dimensions shall be in accordance with the following : natural aggregates and other material s. As such , slight variations inherent
from natura l materi a ls should be expected . Since specifying units and
6.2 .1 For molded face units, no overall dimension (width , approving samples can take place several months prior to production of
height, and length) shaH differ by more than::!:: Vs in. (3.2 mm) actual units for a project , slig ht variations in appearance from the
from the specified standard dimension . Dimensions of molded approved sample are to be ex pected.
features shall be within ± VI6 in . (1.6 mm) of the specified
8. Sampling and Testing
standard dimensions and shall be within::!:: 1/ 16 in. (1.6 mm) of
the specified placement of the molded feature. 8.1 The purchaser or authorized representative shall be
accorded proper facilities to inspect and sample the units at the
N OTE 8-Molded features inclUde, but are not limited to : ribs , scores,
place of manufacture from the lots ready for delivery.
hex-shapes, and patterns .
8.2 Compressive strength, absorption, density, and dimen
6.2.2 For split-faced unit t, all non-split overall dimensions
shall differ by not more tHan ::!:: I/S in. (3.2 mm) from the sional tolerances shall be based on tests of concrete masonry
units of any configuration or dimension made with the same
speci fied standard dimensions.
materials, concrete mix design, manufacturing process, and
6.2.3 For slump units, nb overall height dimension shall
curing method, conducted in accordance with Test Methods
differ by more than ::!:: Vs in. (3.2 mm) from the specified
C 140 and within 12 months of production of the units.
standard dimension.
NOTE 9-0n faces that are sppt or slumped, overall dimen sio ns will 8.3 Total linear drying shrinkage shall be based on tests of
vary. Consult with suppliers to determine achievable dimensional toler concrete masonry units of any configuration or dimension
ances for products including these feature s.
made with the same materials, concrete mix design, manufac
7. Finish and Appearance turing process, and curing method, conducted in accordance
with Test Method C426 and within 24 months of production of
7.1 No more than 5 % of the units in the shipment shall the units .
exhibit one or more of the Icharacteristics described in 7.1 . 1
through 7. 1A and 7.2. 9. Compliance
7. 1.1 Units with dimensions not meeting the requirements 9.1 If a sample fails to conform to the specified
of 6. I. requirements, the manufacturer shall be permitted to remove
7.1.2 Units with finished face(s) containing chips larger than units from the shipment. A new sample shall be selected by the
1 in. (25A mm) in any direqtion. purchaser from remaining units from the shipment with a
7.1.3 Units with finished face(s) containing cracks wider similar configuration and dimension and tested. If the second
than 0.02 in. (0.5 mm) and Iionger than 25 % of the nominal sample meets the specified requirements, the remaining portion
height of the unit. of the Shipment represented by the sample meets the specified
7. IA Units that are broker. requirements. If the second sample fails to meet the specified
NOTE I~Units specified to have particular features or finishe s, such as requirements, the remaining portion of the shipment repre
split-face and tumbled unit s, shoJld not be evaluated for conformance of sented by the sample fails to meet the specified requirements.
such features to the requirements of 7.1.2.
N OTE 12-Unless otherwise specified in the purchase order, the cost of
7.2 Where units are to be used in exposed wall construction, tests is typically borne as follows: (/) if the results of the tests show that
the face or faces that are to b,e exposed shall not show chips or the unit s do not conform to the requirements of this specification, the cost
cracks, not otherwise. perm~tted in 7.1 .2 and 7.1.3, or other is typically borne by the seller; (2) if the results of the tests show that the
units conform to the specification requirements, the cost is typically borne
ImperfectIOns when vtewed nrom a distance of not less than 20
by the purchaser.
ft (6.1 m) under diffused lighting.
10. Keywords
7.3 The color and texture of units shall be specified by the
purchaser. The finished surf~ces that will be exposed in place 10.1 absorption ; compressive strength; concrete masonry
shall conform to an approv~d sample, consisting of not less units; equivalent web thickness; face shell; flange; lightweight;
than four units, representin~ the range of texture and color linear drying shrinkage; loadbearing; medium weight; normal
permitted . weight; webs
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APPENDIXES
(Nonmandatory Information)
X 1.1 Exterior walls are often subjected to moisture penetra flashing, and drainage should be provided . Proper water
tion from one or more sou~ces . For example, basement walls penetration resistant treatments should be applied to the walls .
may be exposed to water from saturated soil. Above-grade While it is not within the scope of Specification C90 to include
exterior walls are usually ,e xposed to wind-driven rain. To information on resistance to water penetration , such informa
prevent water penetration" proper detailing, construction, tion and guidelines are available from other organizations .
X2.1 Restrained or differential movement in building ele other causes, proper design , detailing, construction, and mate
ments and building materi$l s can result in cracking. Some rials are necessary. Specification C90 provides a maximum
common causes of movemetn are : loads created by wind, soil limitation on the total linear drying shrinkage potential of the
pressure, seismic forces , or lother external sources ; settlement units, but it is not within the scope of this specification to
of foundations; o r volume c~anges in materials . For ex ample, address other design, detailing, construction , or ma terial rec
volume changes in concret~ masonry units can be caused by ommendations. This type of information and related guidelines
moisture gain and loss, therrI;1al expansion and contraction , and for crack control are available from other organizations.
carbonation . To limit and control cracking due to these and
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Committee C 15 l}as identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (C90 - 13)
that may impact th¢ use of this standard. (February I, 2014)
Committee C 15 lias identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (C90 - 12)
that may impact th~ use of this standard. (June I, 2013)
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