ASTM C1261 : 98

Standard Specification for Firebox Brick for Residential Fireplaces

Standard Details

1.1 This specification covers brick intended for use as the lining in the fireboxes of residential fireplaces.

1.2 Firebox brick are manufactured from clay, fire clay, shale, or similar naturally occurring earthy substances and subjected to a heat treatment at elevated temperatures (firing). The heat treatment must develop a fired bond between the particulate constituents to provide the strength and durability requirements of this specification.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

General Information

Status : Historical

Standard Type: Main

Document No: ASTM C1261 : 98

Document Year: 1998

Pages: 2

Section Volume:
04.05 Volume 04.05 Chemical-Resistant Nonmetallic Materials; Vitrified Clay Pipe; Concrete Pipe; Fiber-Reinforced Cement Products; Mortars and Grouts; Masonry; Precast Concrete