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The test exposes a tested sample to a controlled standard fire to achieve certain temperatures over a period of time. Where necessary, fire exposure is followed by the application of a specific standard fire hose flow applied in accordance with Practice E2226. The test provides a relative measure of the fire test response of similar structural members under these fire exposure conditions. Exposure is not representative of all fire conditions, as conditions change with changes in the amount, nature and distribution of fire loading, ventilation, compartment size and configuration, and the nature and distribution of the compartment's heat sink properties. Changes due to test conditions or test specimen structure such as size, materials, mounting method also affect the fire test response. For these reasons, variation in practice for on-site construction needs to be evaluated.

The test standard provides:

For walls, partitions and floor or roof test specimens:

• Measurement of heat conduction.
• Measurement of hot gas transmission over the test sample.
• For load bearing elements, the measurement of the load carrying capacity of the test specimen at the test exposure.

For individual load-bearing elements such as beams and columns:

• Measurement of load-bearing capability in the event of exposure to the test (limited or unrestricted) taking into account the latest support conditions.

The test standard does not provide:

• Information on the performance of test samples constructed with components or lengths other than those tested.
• Evaluation of the degree to which the test specimen contributes to fire, hazard, smoke, toxic gases or other combustion products.
• smoke or combustion products throughout the test specimen of the transitionmeasurement of the degree of control or limitation .
• Flooring wall or wall wall and so on. Building elements, etc. Simulation of fire behavior of joints between joints.
• Flame measurement spread over the surface of test specimens.
• The fire resistance of conventional openings in the test specimen, i.e. electrical sockets, plumbing pipe, etc., unless specifically provided for the structure under test. See also Test Method E814 for testing fire stops.

ASTM E 119 Standard Scope

1.1 The test methods described in this fire test response standard are applicable to assemblies of wall units and assemblies of structural materials for load bearing and other buildings, including walls and partitions, columns, beams, beams, slabs and composite plate. beam assemblies for floors and roofs. It can also be applied to other assemblies and structural units that form permanent integral parts of a finished building.

1.2 Classifications are intended to show comparative performance to specific fire test conditions over the exposure period and not be deemed designated for use under other conditions or after exposure to fire.

1.3  This standard is used to measure and describe the reaction of materials, products or groups to heat and flame under controlled conditions, but does not include all the factors necessary for fire hazard or fire risk assessment of materials, products or groups under their own.

1.4 These test methods provide a standard fire exposure for comparing test results of building construction assemblies. The results of these tests are a factor in evaluating the predicted fire performance of building construction and assemblies. Application of these test results to predict actual building construction performance requires evaluation of test conditions.

Values ​​specified in 1.5 inch-pound units are considered standard. Values ​​given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.6  This standard does not claim to resolve all security concerns, if any, related to its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health and environmental practices and to determine the applicability of legal restrictions prior to use.

1.7 The text of this International Standard deals with notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (except those in tables and figures) will not be accepted as requirements of the standard.

1.8  This international standard has been developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles of standardization as set out in the International Standards, Guidelines and Recommendations Decision published by the World Trade Organization's Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Reference Standards for ASTM E119

ASTM Standards

C569 Test Method for Indent Hardness of Preformed Thermal Insulations

D6513 Standard Load Calculation Application on Wooden Frame Walls for Fire Resistance Tests

E176 Fire Standards Terminology

E177 Application Regarding the Use of Precision and Misconceptions in ASTM Test Methods

A Collaborative Execution Practice to Determine the Sensitivity of the E691 Test Method

E814 Test Method for Fire Testing of Penetration Firestop Systems

E2226 Hose Stream Application Application

ASTM E 119 tests are generally requested in the following subjects.

Beams and Columns - Building Design and Construction - Building Products - Building Structures - Ceilings - Fire Test - Flame Retardant - Flooring and Floor Covering Systems