ASTM E546-14 PDF

Scope: 5.1 This test method and the apparatus described are intended primarily for sealed insulating glass units positioned horizontally. If the procedure is applied to such units in other than a horizontal position, the results may not be comparable to those obtained by this procedure.

Note 1: A similar method is Test Method E576.

1.1 This test method describes a laboratory procedure for determining the frost/dew point within the air space(s) of sealed insulating glass units, and establishes the criteria for determining whether that point is below or above a given or specified temperature.

1.2 This test method also describes the apparatus to be used for these determinations.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

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. For specific hazard statements, see 9.1.3.

ASTM E546-14 Referenced Document

ASTM C1036 Standard Specification for Flat Glass
ASTM E576 Standard Test Method for Frost Point of Sealed Insulating Glass Units in the Vertical Position
ASTM E631 Standard Terminology of Building Constructions
ASTM E77 Standard Test Method for Inspection and Verification of Thermometers

2020 ASTM E546-14(2020) Standard Test Method for Frost/Dew Point of Sealed Insulating Glass Units
2014 ASTM E546-14 Standard Test Method for Frost/Dew Point of Sealed Insulating Glass Units
2008 ASTM E546-08 Standard Test Method for Frost/Dew Point of Sealed Insulating Glass Units
1988 ASTM E546-88(1999)e1 Standard Test Method for Frost Point of Sealed Insulating Glass Units