1.1
This specification provides the means to measure and evaluate the performance of adhesives for structural or semi-structural bonding of wood-to-wood in manufactured homes. Wood as used in this specification includes lumber, plywood, particleboard, gypsum board, and all materials having wood-based surfaces at the bondline. This specification does not cover other adhesives used in manufactured homes such as adhesives for carpet, floor tile, ceramic fixtures, plastic laminates, trim and millwork, and similar nonstructural applications.
1.1.1
The performance of the adhesives is measured in the following tests:
Number
Test
Section
1
Low Temperature
16
2
Dry Lumber
17
3
Gap-Filling
18
4
High Temperature
19
5
Type 3 Qualification
20
6
Type 2 Qualification
21
7
Aging, Film Oxidation
22
8
Aging, Bond Oxidation
23
9
Resistance to Deformation, Creep
24
10
Mold
25
11
Type 1 Qualification
26
1.2
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.
1.3
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.