AAMA 711, 712, 713 - Flashing

Question 1

This standard explains test method and performance acceptance criteria for mechanically attached flexible flashing products.

Answer 1

AAMA 712

Question 2

AAMA 712 explains test methods and performance criteria for 5 performance parameters, what are they?

Hint: Think about mechanical stressers and environmental ones.

Answer 2

• Tensile Strength
• Tear Resistance
• Puncture Resistance
• Low-Temperature Flexibility
• Accelerated Ultraviolet Exposure

Question 3

Can self-adhered and mechanically attached flashing be combined on a single fenestration installation.

Answer 3

Yes.

Question 4

What is the standard used for determining the performance of self-adhering flashing products.

Answer 4

AAMA 711

Question 5

What properties of self-adhering flashing products are evaluated by AAMA 711?

(5 properties)
(Hint: Mostly properties unique to the composition and function of this material vs. paper flashing).

Answer 5

adhesion
compatibility
water penetration around nails
tensile strength 
cold temperature pliability

Question 6

There are two types of product types classified by AAMA 711, what are they?
Define each one.

Answer 6

Type A. Adhere without primer

Type B. Primer required to pass ANY part of the requirements.

Question 7

How does AAMA 711 suggest addressing the compatibility of adhesives used in self-adhering flashing?
(Hint: DART)

Answer 7

D - Using materials with DEMONSTRATED compatibility
A - Avoiding “or equivalent” specifications
R - get manufacturer’s RECOMMENDATIONS.
T - Mock-up TESTING

Question 8

AAMA 711 Tests adhesion by applying the flashing to what four sample materials?

Answer 8

OSB
Anodized Aluminum
Vinyl
Wood

Question 9

How is adhesion tested per AAMA 711?

Answer 9

24 hour ‘sit’

Pull off at 90 degree angle.

Question 10

What standard is referenced by AAMA 711 for water-resistance around penetrations?

Answer 10

ASTM D1970

Question 11

What standards are referenced for testing of tensile strength in AAMA 711?

Answer 11

ASTM D412

ASTM D1970

Question 12

What standard is referenced by AAMA 711 for standards and testing of low temperature pliability?

Answer 12

ASTM C765/ASTM D1970

Question 13

What performance criteria must self adhered flashing pass for low-temperature pliability?

Answer 13

Must be bent around a mandrill at 0 degrees without cracking.

Question 14

What force is applied to pull flashing off the substrate per AAMA 711 - ASTM D3330?

Answer 14

1.5 psi.

Question 15

What three temperatures levels are used to test SAF adhesion after accelerated aging?

(These accelerated aging tests for both SAF and FAF are based on Celsius temperature thresholds and intervals)

Answer 15

Level 1 - 122 F
Level 2 - 149 F
Level 3 - 176 F

Question 16

How many heating/cooling cycles are included in the ASTM E330 accelerated aging peel-off test?
What are the temperature limits of the thermal cycling?

Answer 16

25 cycles

From 120 F to -40 F

Question 17

How is a SAF sample evaluated for adhesion and other changes after immersion?

(Hint regarding changes - No: SAC)
AAMA 711 - ASTM D3330

Answer 17

Pull off test at 1.5 PSI
No
  Swelling
  Appearance Changes
  Contour changes

Question 18

At what temperature is SAF tested for low-temperature flexibility?

Answer 18

Zero F.

Question 19

Per AAMA 714, FAF is tested for heat exposure at what 3 temperatures and duration?

(Hint, derived from Celsius)

Answer 19

122 (50 C + 15 Deg. C)
149
176

Duration is 7 days at each level.

Question 20

What standard is referenced for testing for adhesive strength in FAF products.

Answer 20

ASTM C794

Question 21

FAF heat exposure test must be followed by a peel-off test after what additional conditioning of the samples?

ASTM C794

Answer 21

Freeze-thaw cycling.

Question 22

What does ASTM C794 freeze-thaw cycling entail:

Answer 22

24 hours cure, then, 10 cycles of:
8 hours at 120 deg
16 hours at -40 deg.

Question 23

What ASTM standard is referenced by AAMA 714 regarding the ability of FAF to bridge cracks or gaps?

Answer 23

ASTM C1305

Question 24

AAMA 714 provides an optional classification for FAF adhesion to surfaces in what condition?

6.2

Answer 24

Damp surfaces

Question 25

What standard is referenced by AAMA 714 for testing of water penetration around fasteners?

Answer 25

AAMA 711

Question 26

Samples for freeze-thaw, elevated temperature exposure and water immersion exposure testing per AAMA 714 are prepared on what substrate?

Answer 26

concrete mortar slabs.

Question 27

In addition to bonding as required for dry surfaces, FAF intended for application on damp surfaces, must also demonstrate this attribute:

Answer 27

Vapor permeability.

Question 28

The AAMA 714 test for crack bridging includes what conditioning of the sample per ASTM C1305?

Answer 28

14 day cure
7 days at 70 C (158 F)
24 hours at -26C (-15F)

.

Question 29

How many cycles of movement is the sample subjected to per ASTM C 1305?
How much movement is created for the test?

Answer 29

10 at least.

3.2 mm

Question 30

This standard pertains to the attributes and testing of aerosol foam sealants.

Answer 30

AAMA 812

Question 31

What requirements for dimensional stability are included in AAMA 812 and how are they tested?

Answer 31

No more than 10% variation
After heating at 
104 F
86 F
-4 F 
at 7 and 14 day intervals