AAMA 800

Question 1

What is the performance requirement for racking in narrow-joint seam sealers?
(AAMA 800)

Answer 1

No cohesive breaks or loss of adhesion from flexing a T-shaped assembly, 10 degrees each direction.

Question 2

How long are narrow-joint seam sealer samples conditioned for racking tests and at what temperature?
(AAMA 800)

Answer 2

4 days at 180 degrees.

Question 3

How long are narrow-joint seam sealer samples conditioned for water resistance testing and at what temperature?
(AAMA 800)

Answer 3

7 days at 180 degrees, after 6 day cure.

Question 4

How is water resistance of narrow-joint seam sealers confirmed per AAMA 800?

Answer 4

No voids, cracks, separation or breakdown of the sealant after holding water for 14 days.

Question 5

Per AAMA 800, how is low temperature flexibility demonstrated for narrow joint seam sealers?
What ASTM Standard is referenced for the test?

Answer 5

No cracks or loss of adhesion in a cold-conditioned sample.

ASTM C734

Question 6

How is compliance for vehicle migration evaluated in narrow-joint seam sealers per AAMA 800?
What standard is referenced?

Answer 6

No vehicle migration from the compound edge is allowed.

ASTM 2203

Question 7

What are the allowable slump levels for the two types of narrow joint seam sealers, per AAMA 800?

Answer 7

For 803.3 Type 1 sealers, <0.1 inch

For 803.3 Type 2 Sealers, > 0.1 inch

Question 8

What is the acceptable threshold for peel adhesion of narrow joints seam sealers?
Is the sample tested before or after water immersion?

Answer 8

90% cohesive failure of 5 lbf/in.

The sample is tested before and after immersion.

Question 9

AAMA 800 - Narrow Joint Sealer samples are conditioned at ____ deg. for __ days prior to testing for Surface integrity.

Answer 9

180 degrees for 14 days

ASTM C661

Question 10

AAMA 800 - 803.3 defines two types of Sealers, what are they?

Answer 10

Type 1 - Non-sag <0.1” slump

Type 2 - Self Levelling > 0.1” slump

Question 11

Narrow Joint Seam Sealers are tested for 8 performance requirements, what are they?

I’ve used the abbreviation NJS in these flash cards.

Hint: Think about visual, tactile assessment, material characteristics and performance, and the most fundamental function.)

Answer 11

Integrity - Surface Integrity
Hardness
Peel Adhesion
Slump
Vehicle Migration
Flex - Low Temp. Flexibility
Water Resistance
Racking

Question 12

Results of an AAMA 800 Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape Peel test are reported in what units?

Answer 12

Lb/ft / inch of tape width.

Question 13

Per AMA 800, Compression SET in Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape is determined by:

Answer 13

Holding the tape in 25% compression for 22 hours, followed by 24 hour recovery. Final thickness is compared to original thickness to determine the % of compression set.

Question 14

AAMA 800 - 2.19 - How are the Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape samples conditioned prior to testing?

Answer 14

24 hours each at 32 deg and 120 deg.

Question 15

In AAMA 800 - 2.18, at what temperatures are Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape samples conditioned for tensile adhesion?

How many samples are tested

Answer 15

3 assemblies tested at each of the following:
1hr at 77
1 hr at 120
1 hr at 32

Total of 9 samples

Question 16

How many cycles are used to test water penetration performance of Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape per AAMA 800-2.17?

What temperatures and duration are used in each cycle?

Answer 16

20 cycles of 24 hours each consisting of;

4 hrs at -20 deg
4 hrs at 180 deg
16 hrs at 77 deg.

That’s one cycle - repeat 19 more times.

Question 17

How is the water penetration performance of Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape determined in AAMA 800?

Answer 17

Sample adhered in a u-shape vessel between two pieces of glass then compressed 25%. Water loss from the vessel must be less than 15% for both Type 1

Question 18

What are the acceptable water absorption levels for Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tapes per AAMA 800?

Answer 18

Type 1 tapes: Max 7%

Type 2 tapes: Max 10%

Question 19

Prior to low temp flexibility test, the samples of Back-bedding mastic-type glazing tapes and Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape are heated to what temperature for how long?

Answer 19

180 degrees for 14 days.

Question 20

AAMA 800: What is the process for water absorption testing of Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape?

Answer 20

Submerge in water for 3 minutes in a vacuum chamber.

Question 21

What are the temperatures used for the low temperature flexibility tests of
BBMTGT
and
Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape

Answer 21

7 deg
and
0 deg

Question 22

Low Temperature flexibility of ECFGT is tested at what temperature?

Answer 22

0 Deg. F.

Question 23

How is Compression deflection of Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape tested per AAMA 800?

Answer 23

Test A. Tape is compressed between two plates to a thickness reduction of 25%. The amount of load required for this is recorded and used to calculate force/area.

Test B. Compressive force is calculated again after the compression is held for 60 seconds.

Question 24

Compression deflection in Expanded Cellular Foam Glazing Tape is defined by AAMA 800 as;

Answer 24

How well the tape accepts compression without permanent deformation.

Question 25

Expanded Cellular Glazing Tapes are tested based on 6 criteria per AAMA 800, what are they?

Answer 25

``` Compression and Compression Set Low Temperature Flexibility Water Absorption Water Penetration Tensile Adhesion Peel Adhesion ```

Question 26

In AAMA 800, Expanded Cellular Glazing Tapes are divided into two types. Define them:

Answer 26

Type 1, used as a primary seal | Type 2, used as a secondary seal with a full bead of wet-sealant.

Question 27

Per AAMA 800, what ASTM standard is referenced for visual screening of Back-bedded, mastic-type glazing tape.

Answer 27

ASTM C772

Question 28

What are the temperature and duration of aging required for basic visual screening of Back-bedded, mastic-type glazing tape?

Answer 28

21 days at 77 deg. (room temp) 21 days at 180 deg 21 days under sun lamp at 140 deg.

Question 29

What ASTM Standard is referenced in AAMA 800 for evaluation of vehicle migration?

Answer 29

ASTM E2203

Question 30

Maximum vehicle migration in Back-bedded, mastic-type glazing tape? allowed per AAMA 800 is:

Answer 30

No migration over 1/8" beyond the compound edge.

Question 31

Per AAMA 800, what is the limitation for sag in Back-bedding mastic-type glazing tapes (BBMTGT)? What standard is referenced?

Answer 31

Maximum 1/16" | ASTM D2202

Question 32

AAMA 800: What is the maximum increase in Shore "A" hardness for all types of back-bedding mastic type glazing tapes after heat aging?

Answer 32

20%

Question 33

AAMA 800: What is the maximum Shore A hardness for back-bedding mastic type glazing tapes?

Answer 33

80 max for 804.3 and 806.3 | 807.3 must be less than 80.

Question 34

Back bedding mastic type glazing tape samples must exhibit a yield strength of __ psi before and __ psi after 14 days of heat aging at 180 degrees

Answer 34

6 psi, both before and after heat aging.

Question 35

AAMA 800 hardness test for Back Bedding mastic type glazing tapes, calls for heating two samples. How long and at what temperature

Answer 35

Both for 21 days, | one at room temp (77) and the other at 180 degrees.

Question 36

What does the AAMA 800 Surface integrity test require?

Answer 36

Visual screening, revealing no surface cracks, loss of bond, staining or vehicle migration after exposure to 180 degrees F.

Question 37

AAMA 800: Back bedding mastic type glazing tapes are tested for 6 criteria. what are they

Answer 37

``` Surface Integrity Hardness Yield Strength Sag Vehicle migration Basic visual Screening ```

Question 38

Back Bedding Mastic Type Glazing Tapes are defined by AAMA 800 in 4 movement types. What are they?

Answer 38

``` Moderate movement (Type 804.3) Limited movement, with pressure from gaskets and frame designs (Type 806.3) Maximum movement (Type 807.3) ``` and the fourth is ????

Question 39

Hot applied Back Bedding Sealants are subject to the same, or different requirements as for back bedding compounds.

Answer 39

The same requirements apply.

Question 40

How long is a sample heated and at what temperature for the first part of the AAMA 800 wet-adhesion test?

Answer 40

7 days, at 180 degrees F.

Question 41

Summarize the wet adhesion test in AAMA 800:

Answer 41

Heat for 7 days at 180 degrees, immerse for 14 days - no visible voids, cracks or breakdown allowed.

Question 42

AAMA 800 pertains primarily to_____ of the materials assessed and categorized. Proper specification and installation Field tests and quality control Lab tests and minimum performance requirements Environmental impacts

Answer 42

Lab tests and minimum performance requirements for sealants

Question 43

AAMA 800 adhesion and aging tests are based on sealant adhesion to what material CHECK THIS QUESTION - TOO BROAD.

Answer 43

Clear, anodized aluminum.

Question 44

Per AAMA 800, The four types of sealants used for the manufacture of fenestration products are:

Answer 44

Back-bedding glazing compounds Back-Bedding mastic glazing tapes Expanded Cellular Glazing tape Narrow joint seam sealers

Question 45

Per AAMA 800 classifications, the two types of sealants used primarily in the installation of a fenestration product include:

Answer 45

Exterior perimeter sealers | Non-drying sealant

Question 46

Where are ductile back-bedding compound types defined

Answer 46

AAMA 800, section 802.3

Question 47

What are the two types of ductile back-bedding compounds defined by AAMA 800- 802.3 and how do they differ?

Answer 47

Type 1 has resistance to intermittent water contact | Type II has resistance to extended but not continuous water immersion.

Question 48

AAMA 800: What are the two peel tests used to evaluate Type 1 and Type 2 ductile back-bedding compounds

Answer 48

Type 1 - Test A, basic peel adhesion test | Type II - Test B - peel testing before and after 7 days of water immersion.

Question 49

AAMA 800 - 805.2 addresses bonding type bedding compounds, which are:

Answer 49

Compounds that cure relatively hard and stiff, but still permit limited movement without loss of bond.

Question 50

AAMA 800: Bonding type bedding compounds are divided into two groups. What are they and how are they different?

Answer 50

Group A: Displays adhesive (A) failure in lab tests but provides acceptable field performance Group C: Displays a high level of cohesive (C) failure

Question 51

AAMA 800: Back Bedding Glazing compounds are testing by 8 primary criteria, what are they:

Answer 51

``` Hardness Thin Film Integrity Adhesive Bond Strength Lap shear Test Slump Vehicle Migration Low Temperature Flexibility Wet adhesion ```

Question 52

AAMA 800: How is sealant hardness tested?

Answer 52

Using a Durometer apparatus as defined in ASTM C661

Question 53

AAMA 800; How is sealant Thin Film integrity evaluated?

Answer 53

Visual inspection to assure there are no voids after extended heat exposure.

Question 54

AAMA 800: How is adhesive Bond Strength evaluated

Answer 54

Peel adhesion test per ASTM C794

Question 55

802.3 (Ductile Back Bedding Sealants) must meet what peel adhesion test requirement for the two types?

Answer 55

Type 1 - Minimum 90 cohesive failure of at least 5/lb force/in of width. (Test A) Type 2 - Same requirement, after 7 days immersion in water. (Test B)

Question 56

805.2 Bonding type bedding compounds) must meet what peel adhesion test requirements for the two types? What pull strength is specified?

Answer 56

Type A, 90% or less cohesive failure Type B, more than 90% cohesive failure. Both of at least 12.5 lb/foot/ inch of width.

Question 57

805.2 Back bedding compounds group A & C are sometimes evaluated using this alternative adhesion test:

Answer 57

Lap shear test per ASTM C961.

Question 58

How many samples are prepared for testing per ASTM C961 for the AAMA 800 lap shear test:

Answer 58

5 sets of 5 samples each - 25 samples

Question 59

What is the minimum pull test pressure for lap shear tests for both Type A and Type C back-bedding compounds?

Answer 59

30 psi

Question 60

AAMA 800, evaluates low-temperature flexibility per ASTM C734 which calls for heating the subject to what temperature and for what duration, followed by cooling to what temperature, for how long, prior to bending and inspection.

Answer 60

180 degrees for 14 days | 7 degrees for 24 hours.