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Australian StandardR

ADHESIVES—MASTIC—FOR
BONDING GYPSUM PLASTER
LININGS TO WOOD AND METAL
FRAMING MEMBERS
[Title allocated by Defence Cataloguing Authority:
ADHESIVE (Mastic, for Bonding Gypsum Linings
to Wood and Metal Framing Members) 8040]
 This Australian standard was prepared by Committee CH/17, Adhesives. It was approved on
behalf of the Council of the Standards Association of Australia on 3 October 1984 and
published on 31 January 1985.

The following interests are represented on Committee CH/17:

Adhesives and Sealants Manufacturers Association of Australia
Australian Chemical Industry Council
Australian Council of Furniture Manufacturers
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Australian Federation of Consumer Organizations

Confederation of Australian Industry
CSIRO, Division of Building Research
Department of Defence Support
Footwear Manufacturers Federal Executive Council
Plastics Institute of Australia Incorporated
Plywood Association of Australia Ltd
Printing and Allied Trades Employers Federation of Australia
Railways of Australia Committee
Society of Automotive Engineers – Australasia
Telecom Australia

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 AS 2753—1985

Australian StandardR
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ADHESIVES—MASTIC—FOR
BONDING GYPSUM PLASTER
LININGS TO WOOD AND METAL
FRAMING MEMBERS

First published . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1985

PUBLISHED BY STANDARDS AUSTRALIA

(STANDARDS ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA)
1 THE CRESCENT, HOMEBUSH, NSW 2140
ISBN 0 7262 3571 1
 PREFACE

This standard was prepared by the Association’s Committee on Adhesives, under the
direction of the Chemical Standards Board, following a request by Committee BD/11,
Gypsum Plaster Products. It specifies requirements for adhesives intended for bonding
gypsum plaster linings to wood and metal framing members.
The standard is based on ASTM C 557–73, Adhesives for Fastening Gypsum Wallboard to
Wood Framing, and acknowledgement is made of the assistance received therefrom.
The tests specified in this standard use gypsum plasterboard as a plaster lining. However,
other plaster linings, e.g. fibre reinforced gypsum plaster sheet, may also be used.
It has not been found practicable to include requirements for corrosion of metal framing
members, because of difficulty in relating corrosive effects and bonding properties of
water–based mastic adhesives. However, a pH requirement has been included.
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 CONTENTS
Page
SECTION 1. SCOPE AND GENERAL
1.1 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Referenced Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Shelf Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SECTION 2. SAMPLING AND TESTING
2.1 Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Test Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SECTION 3. TEST REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Test Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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3.2 Consistency/Sag Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3.3 Transfer After Open Assembly Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.4 Wetting Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.5 Bond Strength in Shear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.6 Bond Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.7 Bond Strength in Tension After 24 h and 14 Days Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.8 Bridging Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.9 Flexibility After Heat Ageing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.10 Cyclic Storage Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.11 Sensitivity To Water After Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.12 Resistance to Fungal Growth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.13 pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SECTION 4. PRODUCT INFORMATION, LABELLING AND PACKAGING
4.1 Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4.2 Labelling and Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
APPENDICES
A Method for Determining Sag Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
B Method for Determining Transfer After Open Assembly Time . . . . . . . . . . . 8
C Method for Determining Wetting Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
D Method for Determining Bond Strength in Shear After 24 h and
14 Days Drying and After Cyclic Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
E Method for Determining Bond Maintenance in Shear under Static Load . . . 13
F Method for Determining Bond Maintenance in Tension under
Static Load and High Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
G Method for Determining Bond Strength in Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
H Method for Determining Bridging Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
J Method for Determining Flexibility After Heat Ageing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
K Method for Determining Cyclic Storage Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
L Method for Determining Sensitivity to Water After Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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STANDARDS ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA
Australian Standard
for
ADHESIVES — MASTIC — FOR BONDING GYPSUM PLASTER
LININGS TO WOOD AND METAL FRAMING MEMBERS
SECTION 1. SCOPE AND GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE. This standard specifies requirements for
mastic adhesives intended for bonding the back
surface of gypsum plasterboard or fibre reinforced
gypsum plaster sheet to wood framing members and to
metal framing members comprising zinc and zinc
alloy coated steel, or aluminium.
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1.2 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following
standards are referred to in this standard:
AS 1080 Methods of Test for Timber
Part 1 — Moisture Content
AS 1157 Methods of Testing Materials for Resistance
to Fungal Growth
Part 1 — General Principles of Testing
Part 10— Resistance of Adhesives and
Glues to Fungal Growth
AS 1321 Methods for the Sampling and Testing of
Adhesives
Part 1 — Sampling
Part 7 — pH Value of Aqueous Extracts of
Uncured Adhesives and of their
Components, and of Cured
Adhesive Films
Part 10— Determination of Non-volatile
Matter (Solids Content) of
Adhesives
AS 1490 Visually Stress Graded Radiata Pine for
Structural Purposes
AS 1728 Types of Timber Surfaces
AS 2082 Visually Stress-graded Hardwood for
Structural Purposes
AS 2185 Fibrous Plaster Products
SECTION 2. SAMPLING AND TESTING
2.1 SAMPLING. The adhesive sample for testing
shall be selected in accordance with AS 1321, Part 1.
2.2 TEST CONDITIONS. Unless otherwise
specified, all mixing and testing of the adhesive shall
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AS 2193 Methods for Calibration and Grading of
Force-measuring Systems of Testing
Machines
AS 2269 Structural Plywood
AS 2370 PVAC Emulsion Adhesives for wood
AS 2588 Gypsum Plasterboard
AS 2590 Gl ass F ibre R ei nforced Gypsum
Plasterboard
1.3 DEFINITIONS. For the purpose of this
standard, the following definitions apply:
1.3.1 Plaster linings.
1.3.1.1 Gypsum plasterboard — a machine-made
plaster lining complying with AS 2588.
1.3.1.2 Fibre reinforced gypsum plaster — a
composition of gypsum plaster and fibre
reinforcement complying with AS 2185 or AS 2590,
and forming a stiff body, one surface of which shall
be suitable for decoration.
1.3.2 Framing member
1.3.2.1 Wood framing member — wood as used in
framing.
1.3.2.2 Metal framing member — zinc and zinc
alloy coated steel or aluminium as used in framing.
1.4 SHELF LIFE. When stored at a temperature
between 5°C and 30°C in an unopened container as
supplied by the manufacturer, the adhesive shall
comply with this standard for a period of at least
1 year from the date of manufacture.
be carried out at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and a
relative humidity of 50 ± 5 percent. The adhesive
shall be mixed and used as prescribed by the
supplier.
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SECTION 3. TEST REQUIREMENTS
3.1 TEST MATERIALS.
3.1.1 Plaster lining. The tests specified in this standard
use gypsum plasterboard as a plaster lining. However,
other plaster linings such as fibre reinforced gypsum
plaster sheet may also be used.
3.1.2 Framing members.
3.1.2.1 Wood. Timber species used in this standard shall
be radiata pine in accordance with AS 1490, and freshly
cut rough sawn hardwood (green timber) in accordance
with AS 2082, the surface of which shall be not inferior
to a No 2 sawn surface in accordance with AS 1728. The
moisture content of the hardwood, determined in
accordance with the oven dry method described in
AS 1080, Part 1, shall not be less than 40 percent.
However, an electronic moisture testing meter is required
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3.1.2.2 Metal. Metal framing members shall be first
wiped clean using an organic solvent.
3.2 CONSISTENCY/SAG RESISTANCE. The
adhesive shall be free of lumps and be of uniform
consistency. Its sag resistance, determined in accordance
with the method described in Appendix A, shall be such
that the adhesive does not drop off from the plasterboard
for at least 15 min at temperatures of 4 ± 2°C, 23 ± 2°C
and 45 ± 2°C.
3.3 TRANSFER AFTER OPEN ASSEMBLY TIME.
The adhesive shall not dry out quickly and shall remain
workable for at least 30 min, i.e. until the plaster lining
is applied. The ability of the adhesive to transfer after a
specified open assembly time, determined in accordance
with the method described in Appendix B, shall be such
that he sum of the area where adhesive transfer has
occurred and where liner-board failure has occurred shall
exceed 75 percent of the adhered surface of the
50 mm × 50 mm gypsum plasterboard piece.
3.4 WETTING CHARACTERISTICS. The adhesive
shall wet the framing member. The wetting characteristics
of the adhesive, determined in accordance with the
method described in Appendix C, shall be such that the
adhesive shall fail 100 percent cohesively.
3.5 BOND STRENGTH IN SHEAR.
3.5.1 After 24 h and 14 days drying. The bond
strength in shear of the adhesive, determined in
accordance with the method described in Paragraph D2 or
D3 of Appendix D, as appropriate, shall be, for each
assembly —
(a) not less than 100 kPa after 24 h conditioning; and
(b) not less than 300 kPa after 14 days conditioning.
3.5.2 After cyclic exposure. The bond strength in shear
of the adhesive after cyclic exposure, determined in
accordance with the method described in Paragraph D2 or
D3 of Appendix D, shall be not less than 220 kPa.
3.6 BOND MAINTENANCE.
3.6.1 In shear under static load. The bond main-
tenance of the adhesive in shear under static load,
determined in accordance with the method described in
Appendix E, shall be such that the assemblies shall
support a weight of 500 g mass for 24 h at 70 ± 2°C and
a weight of 2 kg mass for 24 h at 23 ± 2°C.
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3.6.2 In tension under static load and high
humidity. The bond maintenance of the adhesive in
tension under static load and high humidity, determined
in accordance with the method described in
Appendix F, shall be such that no separation of the
assemblies shall occur within 7 days.
3.7 BOND STRENGTH IN TENSION AFTER 24 h
AND 14 DAYS DRYING. The bond strength in
tension of the adhesive, determined in accordance with
the method described in Appendix G, shall be—
(a) using both types of timber as specified (see
Clause 3.1.2) or metal, not less than 100 kPa after
24 h drying;
(b) using radiata pine as specified (see Clause 3.1.2)
or metal, not less than 190 kPa after 14 days
drying.
3.8 BRIDGING CHARACTERISTICS. The
adhesive shall be capable of maintaining a bridged
condition between the framing member and gypsum
plasterboard after complete drying. The bridging
characteristics of the adhesive, determined in
accordance with the method described in Appendix H,
shall be such that the bridged adhesive shall tear paper
from the back of the gypsum plasterboard in at least 90
percent of the bonded area.
3.9 FLEXIBILITY AFTER HEAT AGEING. The
adhesive shall remain flexible after drying out. The
flexibility of the adhesive after heat ageing, determined
in accordance with the method described in Appendix J,
shall be such that the adhesive shall not be embrittled,
as evidenced by chipping, cracking or flaking after
500 h exposure.
3.10 CYCLIC STORAGE STABILITY. The
adhesive shall be capable of withstanding substantial
variations in storage temperatures. After cycling and
testing in accordance with Appendix K, the adhesive
shall comply with the requirements for consistency (see
Clause 3.2) and the shear strength shall be not less than
the minimum specified in Clause 3.5.1(a).
3.11 SENSITIVITY TO WATER AFTER DRYING.
The adhesive shall be resistant to water after drying
out. The sensitivity of the adhesive to water after
drying out, determined in accordance with the method
described in Appendix L, shall be such that the
adhesive shall not blister or transfer to the finger tip
when rubbed.
3.12 RESISTANCE TO FUNGAL GROWTH. The
adhesive shall be resistant to fungal growth. The
resistance of the adhesive to fungal growth, determined
in accordance with the method described in AS 1157
Part 10, shall be such that the adhesive shall give a
fungal rating of not greater than 1 in accordance with
AS 1157, Part 1.
3.13 pH. The pH of the adhesive as supplied,
determined in accordance with the method described in
AS 1321, Part 7, shall be within the range 6 to 12.
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SECTION 4. PRODUCT INFORMATION, LABELLING AND PACKAGING
4.1 PRODUCT INFORMATION. The supplier shall
supply all necessary information on bonding procedures
such as mixing, spreading, pot life, open and closed
assembly times, as well as on shelf life and on
non-volatile matter*, and cleaning instructions.
4.2 LABELLING AND PACKAGING.
4.2.1 Labelling. Each container shall be labelled in
accordance with the relevant statutory regulations, and
shall include the manufacturer’s name or trade name or
mark, the batch number and the calendar date by which
the adhesive has to be used, and its intended purpose, i.e.
whether for wood or metal framing member, or both.
4.2.2 Packaging. The adhesive shall be packed in
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an outer pack to prevent damage in transport.
NOTE: Manufacturers who place the number of this Australian standard
on mastic adhesive containers, on packaging or on literature related
thereto should ensure that the product is manufactured to comply with
the standard.
* Methods for determining non-volatil e matt er are specifi ed in AS 1321, Part 10.
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APPENDIX A

METHOD FOR DETERMINING SAG RESISTANCE

A1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the sag resistance of mastic adhesive
used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

A2 PRINCIPLE. A specified volume of the adhesive is applied to a gypsum plasterboard piece which
is placed horizontally with the adhesive mass hanging vertically downwards. Its sag resistance is
determined by its ability to remain on the plasterboard for a specified time.

A3 APPARATUS AND MATERIALS. The following are required:

(a) A split template of suitable non-corrosive material, generally as shown in Fig. A1, 10 ± 0.25 mm
thick, drilled to 25 ± 0.25 mm diameter.
(b) A stainless steel spatula.
(c) Three gypsum plasterboard pieces, approximately 250 mm × 150 mm.
(d) Approximately 50 mm of 1.00 mm nominal external diameter paper clips.
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(e) Suitable oven and refrigerator.

(f) Suitable timing device.

A4 CONDITIONING. Store the adhesive and test equipment at each test temperature (4 ± 2°C,
23 ± 2°C, and 45 ± 2°C) for 24 h before testing.

A5 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows for each test temperature:

(a) Open the full container of adhesive and stir to about a third of the depth of the container.
(b) Place the template on the gypsum plasterboard piece and fill the hole with adhesive using the spatula,
taking care to wet the gypsum plasterboard piece with the adhesive and to avoid including any air
bubbles with the adhesive.
NOTE: Care should be taken to ensure that the split template is not allowed to separate during filling.
(c) Press the adhesive into the hole in the template with the spatula and strike off level.
(d) Using the straightened paper clip held vertically, separate the adhesive from the template, removing
first one half and then the other half of the template. Take care not to undercut the cylinder of
adhesive formed.
(e) Within 30 s of starting to apply the adhesive, turn the gypsum plasterboard piece over so that the
cylinder of adhesive hangs vertically downwards. Support the gypsum plasterboard pieces on blocks
in the conditioned atmosphere (4°C, 23°C or 45°C) free from vibration.

A6 REPORT. Report whether or not the adhesive has remained on the plasterboard piece for 15 min,
for each test temperature.

DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETRES

Fig. A1. SPLIT TEMPLATE

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APPENDIX B

METHOD FOR DETERMINING TRANSFER AFTER OPEN

ASSEMBLY TIME

B1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the ability of mastic adhesive used for
bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members to transfer after a specified open assembly time.

B2 PRINCIPLE. A specified volume of the adhesive is applied to a piece of gypsum plasterboard and
allowed to stand under set conditions. A square piece of gypsum plasterboard is then pressed onto the
adhesive under a specified load, and after a specified time the assembly is pulled apart and the smaller
piece examined for adhesive transfer and/or paper failure.

B3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) Template, as illustrated in Fig. B1 and made from a suitable non-corrosive material.
(b) Gypsum plasterboard pieces, 500 mm × 100 mm, and 50 mm × 50 mm.
(c) Stainless steel spatula.
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(d) Suitable weight having a mass of 2 kg.

(e) Approximately 50 mm of 1.00 mm nominal external diameter paper clips.
(f) Suitable timing device.

B4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Condition the adhesive and test equipment for 24 h at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent
relative humidity. Place the template on the surface of the 500 mm × 100 mm piece of gypsum
plasterboard.
(b) Apply the adhesive with the spatula into the recess of the template, taking care to completely fill it.
(c) Immediately separate the adhesive from the template using the straightened paper clip. Remove the
template.
(d) After standing for 30 min at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity and an
air velocity less than 20 m/min, position a 50 mm × 50 mm piece of gypsum plasterboard similarly
conditioned as in step (a), centrally on the adhesive and place a weight of 2 kg mass immediately
and centrally on the assembly. Remove the weight of 2 kg mass after 30 min.
(e) Immediately pull the assembly apart in tension and visually examine the 50 mm × 50 mm piece of
gypsum plasterboard for the percentage of adhesive transfer and/or paper failure.

B5 REPORT. Report the percentage transfer and/or paper failure for the adhesive.

DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETRES

Fig. B1. TEMPLATE

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APPENDIX C

METHOD FOR DETERMINING WETTING CHARACTERISTICS

C1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the wetting characteristics of mastic
adhesive applied to framing members.

C2 PRINCIPLE. The adhesive is pressed against a surface of a framing member piece, and its wetting
characteristics are determined by its ability to adhere in the wet state.

C3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

C3.1 For wood framing members.
(a) Stainless steel spatula.
(b) Rough sawn hardwood (see Clause 3.1.2.1) of sufficient length and width.
C3.2 For metal framing members.
(a) Stainless steel spatula.
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(b) Appropriate metal, of sufficient length and width.

C4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Using the spatula, place a daub of adhesive on the freshly cut surface of the framing member.
NOTE: The adhesive should be dabbed on once only.
(b) By reversing the pressure on the spatula, endeavour to lift the adhesive from the surface.
(c) Examine the surface of the framing member and the spatula and note whether adhesive failure occurs
in adhesion or cohesion.

C5 REPORT. Report whether the adhesive has wet the framing member, i.e. whether it has failed 100
percent in cohesion.

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APPENDIX D

METHOD FOR DETERMINING BOND STRENGTH IN SHEAR AFTER

24 h AND 14 DAYS DRYING AND AFTER CYCLIC EXPOSURE

D1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the bond strength in shear after 24 h
and 14 days drying, and after cyclic exposure, of adhesive lap joints for mastic adhesives used for bonding
gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

D2 WOOD FRAMING MEMBERS.

D2.1 Principle. A lap joint test assembly is stressed in compression producing a shear force on the
adhesive. The value of the load at failure enables the bond strength in shear of the system to be
determined.
D2.2 Apparatus. The following apparatus is required:
(a) Assembly jig (Fig. D1), made of a suitable material.
(b) Six pieces of radiata pine faced structural plywood in accordance with AS 2269, each
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100 mm × 90 mm × 15 mm, C D Type A bond F11.

(c) Three gypsum plasterboard pieces, 100 mm × 90 mm × 10 mm.
(d) Testing machine, capable of applying a force in compression, and conforming to the Grade B
requirements of AS 2193 and a cross-head speed of 10 mm/min.
(e) Notched trowel with 5 mm deep v-notches spaced 5 mm on centre.
(f) Six wire spacers, 1 mm nominal external diameter, approximately 50 mm long.
(g) Square-ended stainless steel spatula.
(h) Weight having a mass of 7 kg.
(j) Suitable oven and refrigerator.

D2.3 Conditioning. The plywood and gypsum plasterboard pieces shall be conditioned at a temperature
of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for 48 h before assembly.

D2.4 Preparation of test assemblies.

D2.4.1 For 24 h drying test. A shear test assembly shall be prepared as follows:
(a) Prepare a gypsum plasterboard-plywood assembly by bonding the gypsum plasterboard piece to one
of the plywood pieces without any overlap using a general purpose adhesive for wood*, ensuring
that the machine direction of the paper is as shown in Fig. D2.
NOTE: It is necessary to bond a plywood backing to the gypsum plasterboard piece to prevent the gypsum plasterboard from
fracturing during the test. Knots and patches present on the face of the plywood should be avoided when cutting samples or
carrying out adhesive tests.
(b) Prepare one face of the other plywood piece by lightly sanding with No 120 grit 3/0 garnet paper to
present a new wood, smooth surface. Wipe the sanded surface free of dust.
(c) Spread the adhesive under test on to the sanded surface with the trowel held at 90 degrees to the
surface, ensuring that the adhesive ridges are parallel with the grain of wood.
(d) Allow the adhesive an open time of 30 s from completion of spreading.
(e) Place the gypsum plasterboard-plywood assembly upon and overlapping the adhesive coated plywood
by 60 mm, thus forming a 6000 mm2 bonded area (see Fig. D2). Ensure that all pieces are assembled
perfectly square with each other (see Fig. D1 for a suitable jig).
(f) Insert the six wire spacers approximately 25 mm into the glue line. Position the spacers so that two
are on the centreline of the bonded area and the others are approximately 25 mm away from the
centre spacer and parallel to it (see Fig. D2).
(g) Compress the assembly under a centrally placed weight of 7 kg mass for 3 min.
(h) Remove the weight and immediately withdraw the spacers. Using a square cut, wipe the excess
adhesive from the bonded edges with the spatula, taking care to avoid disturbing the alignment of the
bonded pieces.
(j) Condition the assembly for 24 h at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity.

*
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D2.4.2 For 14 day drying test. A shear test assembly shall be prepared as follows:
Follow the procedure described in Paragraph D2.4.1 except that, unlike Paragraph D2.4.1(j), condition the
assembly at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for 14 days.
D2.4.3 For cyclic exposure test. A shear test assembly shall be prepared as follows:
(a) Follow the procedure described in Paragraph D2.4.1 except that, unlike Paragraph D2.4.1 (j),
condition the assembly at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for
14 days, followed by cycling the assembly as specified in Table D1.
(b) Subject the assembly to four complete ageing cycles and then condition the assembly at a temperature
of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for 48 h.
D2.5 Test procedure. The procedure shall be as follows:
(a) Using the testing machine, test each assembly for shear strength in compression using a cross-head
speed of 10 mm/min.
NOTE: The assemblies should be examined visually for squareness and adjustment made with shims to ensure that the stress
applied is parallel with the glue line, before insertion into the testing machine.
(b) Measure the bonded areas (see step (e) of Paragraph D2.4.1) and calculate the shear strength of the
assemblies in kilopascals.
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D2.6 Report. The report shall state the bond strength in shear of each assembly in kilopascals, and
whether after 24 h or 14 days drying or after cyclic exposure.
D3 METAL FRAMING MEMBERS.
D3.1 Principle. A lap joint test assembly is stressed in compression producing a shear force on the
adhesive. The value of the load at failure enables the bond strength in shear of the system to be
determined.
D3.2 Apparatus. The following apparatus is required:
(a) Assembly jig (Fig. D1), made of a suitable material.
(b) Three flat metal sheets, 100 mm × 90 mm × 1 mm (nominal) and one flat spacer 100 mm ×
30 mm × 1 mm (nominal) of the metal to be tested.
(c) Three gypsum plasterboard pieces, 100 mm × 90 mm × 10 mm.
(d) Testing machine, capable of applying a force in compression, and conforming to the Grade B
requirements of AS 2193 and a cross-head speed of 10 mm/min.
(e) Six pieces of Pinus structural plywood in accordance with AS 2269, each 100 mm × 90 mm
× 15 mm, exterior type, Type A bond.
(f) Notched trowel with 5 mm deep v-notches spaced 5 mm on centre.
(g) Six wire spacers, 1 mm external diameter, approximately 50 mm long.
(h) Square-ended stainless steel spatula.
(j) Weight having a mass of 7 kg.
(k) Suitable oven and refrigerator.
D3.3 Conditioning. The plywood sheets, metal sheets and gypsum plasterboard pieces shall be
conditioned at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for 48 h before assembly.
D3.4 Preparation of test assemblies.
D3.4.1 For 24 h drying test. A shear test assembly shall be prepared as follows:
Follow the procedure described in Paragraph D2.4.1 except that —
(a) in Paragraph D2.4.1(b), bond* one metal sheet facing, without overlap, to the plywood piece instead
of sanding the plywood piece. Place a flat metal spacer in the recess in the assembly jig;
(b) in Paragraph D2.4.1(c), spread the adhesive onto the metal surface.
D3.4.2 For 14 day drying test. Follow the procedure specified in Paragraph D3.4.1, except that unlike
Paragraph D2.4.1(j), condition the assembly at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative
humidity for 14 days.
D3.4.3 For cyclic exposure test. The drying conditions shall be as specified in Paragraph D3.4.2 and the
ageing cycles shall be as specified in Table D1.
D3.5 Test procedure. Follow the procedure specified in Paragraph D2.5.
D3.6 Report. The report shall be as specified in Paragraph D2.6.

*
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TABLE D1
AGEING CYCLE FOR TEST ASSEMBLIES
Period Temperature Relative humidity
h °C percent
4 60 ± 3 90 ± 5
4 3±3 90 ± 5
Overnight (16) 60 ± 3 10 (uncontrolled)
6 60 ± 3 90 ± 5
Overnight (18) 60 ± 3 10 (uncontrolled)

NOTE: The test assembly should be stored at 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity over any weekend between cycles.
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Fig. D1. ASSEMBLY JIG

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Fig. D2. SHEAR STRENGTH TEST SPECIMEN DURING ASSEMBLY

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APPENDIX E

METHOD FOR DETERMINING BOND MAINTENANCE

IN SHEAR UNDER STATIC LOAD

E1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the bond maintenance in shear under
static load of adhesive lap joints of mastic adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing
members.

E2. PRINCIPLE. Lap joint test assemblies are stressed in tension under specified loads producing shear
forces on the adhesive. The ability of the adhesive to resist shear failure up to a specified time is an
indication of its bond maintenance capabilities.

E3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) Two 1 mm nominal external diameter metal spacers at least 25 mm long.
(b) Two strips, 150 mm × 25 mm × 10 mm of gypsum plasterboard, with the paper grain direction
parallel with the 150 mm dimension.
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(c) Two pieces of radiata pine (see Clause 3.1.2.1) or appropriate metal framing member (see
Clause 1.3.2.2), of appropriate size.
(d) Weights, having masses of 500 g and 2 kg.
NOTES:
1. Typical commercial weights are suitable.
2. To expedite the preparation of test assemblies, it is necessary to use two weights of 500 g mass.
(e) Two suitable air ovens, maintained at 70 ± 2°C and 38 ± 2°C.
(f) Appropriate clamps and hooks.

E4 PREPARATION OF TEST ASSEMBLIES.

(a) Position the spacers parallel to the 150 mm dimension of the plasterboard strips approximately
15 mm apart and apply the adhesive for a length of at least 25 mm from one end of the strips.
(b) Remove the spacers and lap the adhesive coated ends of the gypsum plasterboard strips onto the face
of each piece of framing member to form a bonded area 25 mm × 25 mm on each assembly.
(c) Place a weight of 500 g mass squarely over the bonded area of each assembly, wipe off excess
adhesive and dry the assemblies in the oven (with the weights on) for 24 h at a temperature of
38 ± 2°C with relative humidity uncontrolled.

E5 TEST PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) After drying in the oven as specified in Paragraph E4(c), immediately remove the weights and place
one assembly in the oven maintained at 70 ± 2°C with a weight of 500 g mass clamped centrally to
the free end of the gypsum plasterboard (see Fig. E1). Inspect after 24 h for bond failure.
NOTE: Care should be taken to ensure that the gypsum plasterboard is held in a vertical position in the oven.
(b) Cool the other assembly to a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and then clamp a weight of 2 kg mass
centrally to the free end of the gypsum plasterboard strip of each assembly (see Fig. E1) and maintain
the assemblies (with the weights attached) at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C. Inspect after 24 h for bond
failure.
NOTE: Care should be taken to ensure that the gypsum plasterboard is held in a vertical position in the oven.

E6 REPORT. Report whether or not the adhesive has supported the weights of 500 g and 2 kg mass
for 24 h for each assembly.

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APPENDIX F

METHOD FOR DETERMINING BOND MAINTENANCE

IN TENSION UNDER STATIC LOAD AND HIGH HUMIDITY
F1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the bond maintenance in tension under
static load and high humidity of mastic adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing
members.
F2 PRINCIPLE. A test assembly dried for a specified time under high humidity conditions is stressed
in tension under static load and high humidity for 7 days. The ability of the adhesive to resist failure
within this period is an indication of its bond maintenance capabilities.
F3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:
(a) One piece of gypsum plasterboard, 50 mm × 50 mm × 10 mm.
(b) One piece of radiata pine (see Clause 3.1.2.1) or appropriate metal framing member (see
Clause 1.3.2.2), which shall be 50 mm (minimum) in width and of suitable length and thickness.
(c) Metal spacers, 2 mm nominal external diameter.
(d) Suitable cup hook with a 10 mm shank.
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(e) Suitable weights having masses of 1 kg and 7 kg.

(f) Humidity cabinet, maintained at a temperature of 32 ± 2°C and 90 percent to 95 percent relative
humidity.
(g) Stainless steel spatula.

F4 PREPARATION OF TEST ASSEMBLIES.

(a) Condition the framing member piece and gypsum plasterboard piece at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C
and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for a minimum of 48 h prior to the preparation of the test
assemblies.
(b) Using the spatula, apply a wet thickness of approximately 4 mm of the adhesive to the entire surface
of the gypsum plasterboard piece.
(c) Using hand pressure, immediately press the adhesive coated face of the gypsum plasterboard piece
squarely onto the 50 mm wide surface of the framing member piece until the adhesive just starts to
squeeze out.
(d) Insert two spacers into the assembly as shown in Fig. F1.
(e) Immediately apply a weight of 7 kg mass centrally on the gypsum plasterboard piece.
(f) After about 1 min, remove the weight and immediately pull out the spacers, taking care not to disturb
the alignment of the assembly.
(g) Remove excess adhesive with the spatula to a square-cut edge.

F5 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Immediately place the test assembly in the humidity cabinet for 48 h at a temperature of 32 ± 2°C
and 90 percent to 95 percent relative humidity.
(b) Remove the test assembly from the humidity cabinet and immediately screw the cup hook centrally
into the face of the gypsum plasterboard component of the assembly, taking care not to disturb the
glue line. Suspend the test assembly as a ceiling joist in the humidity cabinet, and gently attach a
weight of 1 kg mass to the cup hook (see Fig. F2).
NOTES:
1. Step (b) should not exceed 2 min.
2. Care should be taken to ensure that the cup hook is not screwed through the gypsum plasterboard into the framing
member component of the assembly.
(c) Place the loaded assembly in the humidity cabinet and inspect for bond failure after 7 days.

F6 TEST CRITERIA. If the weight of 1 kg mass pulls the gypsum plasterboard piece away from the
framing member piece, the adhesive is deemed to have failed the static load test.

F7 REPORT. Report whether or not the adhesive has supported the loaded gypsum plasterboard piece
under the specified test conditions.

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Fig. F2. TEST ASSEMBLY WITH CUPHOOK AND WEIGHT
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APPENDIX G

METHOD FOR DETERMINING BOND STRENGTH IN TENSION

G1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the bond strength in tension of mastic
adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

G2 PRINCIPLE. A test assembly or assemblies with the appropriate framing member(s) is stressed in
tension, producing a tensile force on the adhesive. The value of the load at failure enables the bond
strength in tension of the system to be determined.

G3 APPARATUS.
G3.1 With dressed kiln-dried radiata pine.
(a) Stainless steel spatula, square ended.
(b) Two wooden blocks of radiata pine, 50 mm × 50 mm × 50 mm, having at least one dressed side.
(c) Two pieces of 10 mm gypsum plasterboard, approximately 100 mm × 100 mm.
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(d) Two 10 mm cup hooks.

(e) Four 1 mm nominal external diameter metal spacers, approximately 110 mm long.
(f) Tensile testing machine, complying with the Grade B requirements of AS 2193.
(g) Suitable weight having a mass of 7 kg.
G3.2 With unseasoned hardwood. The apparatus to be used shall be as specified in Paragraph G3.1,
except that only one piece of gypsum plasterboard is required, and one unseasoned hardwood brock,
prepared as follows:
From a freshly cut, high moisture (>40 percent free moisture*) piece of unseasoned hardwood, cut a
block 50 mm × 50 mm × 50 mm.
Condition the block at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 percent relative humidity until a level of
40 percent to 50 percent free moisture is reached.
G3.3 With metal. The apparatus to be used shall be as specified in Paragraph G3.1 except that a
50 mm × 50 mm piece of the relevant metal is bonded‡ to the dressed face of each of the wooden blocks
of radiata pine.

G4 PREPARATION OF TEST ASSEMBLIES.

G4.1 With dressed kiln-dried radiata pine.
(a) Condition the radiata blocks and gypsum plasterboard pieces at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5
percent relative humidity for a minimum of 48 h immediately preceding the preparation of test
assemblies.
(b) Drill a suitable hole in the face of the block opposite to the face selected for bonding. The timber
grain direction shall be parallel to the bonding plane.
(c) Using the spatula, apply the adhesive under test to the 50 mm × 50 mm dressed side of each block
to a wet thickness of approximately 2 mm.
(d) Immediately press the adhesive coated face of each block centrally and squarely onto the piece of
gypsum plasterboard until the adhesive just starts to squeeze out.
(e) Insert two spacers into each assembly as shown in Fig. G1.
(f) Immediately compress each assembly under a weight of 7 kg mass. Immediately remove the weight.
Pull out the spacers, taking care not to disturb the block alignment.
(g) Using a square cut, remove excess adhesive with the spatula.
(h) Condition one test assembly at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for
24 h and the other for 14 days under the same conditions.
(j) Immediately before testing, screw in a cup hook taking care not to disturb the glue line.

G4.2 With unseasoned hardwood.

(a) Drill a suitable hole in the face of the block opposite to the face selected for bonding. The timber
grain direction shall be parallel to the bonding plane.

* An electronic moisture meter should be used.

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(b) When the block of unseasoned hard wood has reached a level of 40 percent free moisture, apply the
adhesive under test to the 50 mm × 50 mm side grain of the block to a wet thickness of
approximately 2 mm using the spatula.
(c) Immediately press the adhesive coated face of the block centrally and squarely onto the piece of
gypsum plasterboard until the adhesive starts to squeeze out.
(d) Insert the two spacers in the assembly (see Fig.G1).
(e) Immediately compress each assembly under a weight of 7 kg mass. Immediately remove the weight.
Pull out the spacers, taking care not to disturb the block alignment.
(f) Using a square cut, remove excess adhesive with the spatula.
(g) Condition the test assembly at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for
24 h.
(h) Immediately before testing, screw in a cup hook taking care not to disturb the glue line.

G4.3 With metal. The preparation shall be as specified in Paragraph G4.1 except that in step (c) the
adhesive shall be applied to the metal face.
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G5 TEST PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows for each assembly:

(a) Determine the load at failure of each assembly by loading in tension in the tensile strength testing
machine at a rate of jaw separation of 50 mm/min. The plasterboard shall be supported at least along
the edges at right angles to the grain direction of the paper.
(b) Calculate the tensile strength in kilopascals required to rupture each assembly.

G6 REPORT.
G6.1 For dressed kiln-dried radiata pine. Report the tensile strength in kilopascals for the radiata pine
assembly after 24 h conditioning and after 14 days conditioning.
G6.2 For unseasoned hardwood. Report the tensile strength in kilopascals of the unseasoned hardwood
assembly after 24 h conditioning.
G6.3 For metal. Report:
(a) the tensile strength in kilopascals for the metal faced assembly after 24 h conditioning and after
14 days conditioning; and
(b) the type of metal used.

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APPENDIX H

METHOD FOR DETERMINING BRIDGING CHARACTERISTICS

H1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the bridging characteristics of mastic
adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

H2 PRINCIPLE. Cylinders of adhesive are applied to a recessed stud in a test frame and a gypsum
plasterboard piece is nailed onto the frame. After a specified drying time, the gypsum plasterboard piece
is momentarily pressed against both the recessed stud and the adhesive and then allowed to return. The
ability of the adhesive to adhere to the gypsum plasterboard piece across the recess is taken as a measure
of its bridging characteristics.

H3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) Test frame constructed from 90 mm × 38 mm dressed kiln-dried radiata pine timber as shown in
Fig. H1.
(b) Split template as shown in Appendix A, Fig. A1.
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(c) Gypsum plasterboard piece, 950 mm × 1050 mm × 10 mm.

(d) Suitable hammer and nails.

H4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Apply five cylinders of adhesive using the split template to the centre recessed stud (see Fig H1),
centrally located at 200 mm intervals.
(b) Nail the gypsum plasterboard piece to the test frame as shown in Fig. H2.
(c) 15 min after adhesive application is completed, firmly press the gypsum plasterboard piece (as shown
in Fig. H2) to ensure maximum deflection of the gypsum plasterboard piece against the recessed stud.
Immediately allow the gypsum plasterboard piece to spring back to its original position.
(d) Condition the test assembly for 48 h at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative
humidity, standing the test frame in a vertical position.
(e) Using the hammer, carefully remove the nails holding the gypsum plasterboard piece to the test
frame.
(f) Grasp one edge of the gypsum plasterboard piece at points adjacent to each side of the recessed stud
and pull outwardly at 90 degrees to the surface of the gypsum plasterboard piece until it is
completely separated.
(g) Measure the dry bonded area after curing.
NOTE: This is done by measuring the area of paper tear on the back surface of the gypsum plasterboard piece.
(h) Determine the bridging characteristics as a percentage value of the ratio of the total dry bonded area
to the original surface area of the back of the gypsum plasterboard piece wetted by the adhesive
daubs applied to the recessed stud of the test frame.

H5 REPORT. Report the percentage of the bonded area on the back surface of the gypsum plasterboard
piece.

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NOTE: Double-headed nails may be used for fixing the gypsum plasterboard.
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APPENDIX J

METHOD FOR DETERMINING FLEXIBILITY AFTER HEAT AGEING

J1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the flexibility of a heat aged dry film
of mastic adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

J2 PRINCIPLE. A film of adhesive is applied to an aluminium panel and aged at 70°C for 500 h. The
adhesive coated panel is then bent around a mandrel, and its ability to withstand chipping, cracking or
flaking is taken as a measure of its flexibility.

J3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) Doctor blade (see Fig. J1).
(b) Cleaned aluminium panel, 150 mm × 100 mm × 0.8 mm.
(c) Oven maintained at 70 ± 2°C with humidity uncontrolled.
(d) Mandrel, 6 mm diameter × 100 mm long.
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(e) Oven maintained at a temperature of 38 ± 2°C with humidity uncontrolled.

J4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Using the doctor blade, centrally apply a 100 mm long draw down of adhesive to the aluminium
panel at a thickness which will give a 0.4 ± 0.04 mm dry film.
NOTE: This thickness will need to be determined experimentally because the wet film thickness obtained from a particular
doctor blade gap will be less than the actual gap dimension.
(b) Dry the adhesive coated panel for 24 h in the oven maintained at 38 ± 2°C.
(c) Place the adhesive coated panel in the oven maintained at 70 ± 2°C for 500 h.
(d) Condition the adhesive coated panel at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative
humidity for 24 h.
(e) Bend the adhesive coated panel 180 degrees around the mandrel in a smooth controlled movement
with the adhesive side outer-most.

J5 REPORT. Report whether the adhesive film has chipped, cracked, or flaked.

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Fig. J1. DOCTOR BLADE
(a) Pictorial view (do not scale)
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Material: Low carbon steel

(e.g. CS 1010) for use
with mastic adhesives

(b) Plate details

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APPENDIX K

METHOD FOR DETERMINING CYCLIC STORAGE STABILITY

K1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the stability, under cyclic storage
conditions, of mastic adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

K2 PRINCIPLE. The adhesive is subjected to a specified number of cycles of low temperature and
room temperature storage conditions, and then tested for bond strength in shear after 24 h drying.

K3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) A refrigerator maintained within the temperature range 0°C to 2°C.
(b) 500 mL resealable container.

K4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) A 250 mL sample of the adhesive contained in a 500 mL sealed container shall be subjected to the
following cycle which shall be repeated twice to give a total of 3 cycles:
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(i) Store within the temperature range 0°C to 2°C for 24 h.

(ii) Then store at 23 ± 2°C for 24 h.
(b) Test the adhesive in accordance with Paragraph D2.5 or Paragraph D3.5, as appropriate, using the
assembly prepared in accordance with Paragraph D2.4.1 or Paragraph D3.4.1, as appropriate, of
Appendix D.

K5 REPORT. As specified in Paragraph D2.6 or Paragraph D3.6, as appropriate, for the 24 h drying
test.

APPENDIX L

METHOD FOR DETERMINING SENSITIVITY TO WATER AFTER DRYING

L1 SCOPE. This Appendix sets out the method for determining the sensitivity to water after drying of
mastic adhesive used for bonding gypsum plaster linings to framing members.

L2 PRINCIPLE. An adhesive coated plaster linerboard piece is dried at 50 percent relative humidity
conditions for 24 h and then immersed in water for 3 days at 23°C. The ability of the adhesive to resist
transfer when gently rubbed with the finger is an indication of its water sensitivity.

L3 APPARATUS. The following apparatus is required:

(a) Piece of plaster linerboard (backing paper of gypsum plasterboard), 150 mm × 100 mm.
(b) Doctor blade adhesive applicator (see Fig. J1).

L4 PROCEDURE. The procedure shall be as follows:

(a) Using the doctor blade, apply a film of adhesive approximately 1 mm wet thickness centrally to the
plaster linerboard piece. The length of the applied adhesive film shall be approximately 100 mm.
(b) Condition at a temperature of 23 ± 2°C and 50 ± 5 percent relative humidity for 24 h.
(c) Immediately fully immerse the adhesive coated plaster linerboard piece in tap water at a temperature
of 23 ± 2°C for 3 days.
(d) Remove the adhesive coated plaster linerboard piece from the water and rub the water-wet adhesive
surface gently with a finger tip.

L5 REPORT. Report:
(a) Whether any adhesive is transferred onto the finger tip; and
(b) Whether the adhesive blisters.

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