An American National Standard

Designation: D 3679 – 04

Standard Specification for

Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 3679; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope* D 256 Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum

1.1 This specification establishes requirements and test Impact Resistance of Plastics
methods for the materials, dimensions, warp, shrinkage, impact D 374 Test Methods for Thickness of Solid Electrical Insu-
strength, expansion, appearance, and windload resistance of lation
extruded single-wall siding manufactured from rigid (unplas- D 523 Test Method for Specular Gloss
ticized) PVC compound. Methods of indicating compliance D 618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
with this specification are also provided. D 635 Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and
1.2 Rigid PVC recycled plastic may be used in this product Time of Burning of Plastics in a Horizontal Position
in accordance with the requirements in Section 4. D 696 Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Expansion of
1.3 Rigid (unplasticized) PVC soffit is covered in Specifi- Linear Thermal Expansion of Plastics Between -30°C and
cation D 4477. 30°C with a Vitreous Silica Dilatometer
1.4 Siding produced to this specification shall be installed in D 883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
accordance with Practice D 4756. Reference shall also be made D 1042 Test Method for Linear Dimensional Changes of
to the manufacturer’s installation instructions for the specific Plastics Under Accelerated Service Conditions
product to be installed. D 1435 Practice for Outdoor Weathering of Plastics
D 1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to
NOTE 1—Information with regard to siding maintenance shall be Plastics
obtained from the manufacturer.
D 1898 Practice for Sampling of Plastics3
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded D 2244 Practice for Calculation of Color Tolerance and
as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color
information purposes only. Coordinates
1.6 The following precautionary caveat pertains to the test D 3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
method portion only, Section 6, of this specification: This D 4216 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC)
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, and Related PVC and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user (CPVC) Building Products Compounds
of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health D 4226 Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Rigid Poly-
practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limita- (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Building Products
tions prior to use. D 4477 Specification for Rigid (Unplasticized) Poly(Vinyl
NOTE 2—There are no ISO standards covering the primary subject Chloride) (PVC) Soffit
matter of this specification. D 4756 Practice for the Installation of Rigid Poly(Vinyl
Chloride) (PVC) Siding and Soffit
2. Referenced Documents D 5033 Guide for the Development of ASTM Standards
2.1 ASTM Standards: 2 Relating to Recycling and Use of Recycled Plastics
D 5206 Test Method for the Windload Resistance of Rigid
Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on E 631 Terminology of Building Constructions
Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.24 on Plastic Building
Products.
E 805 Practice for Identification of Instrumental Methods of
Current edition approved Mar. 1, 2004. Published March 2004. Originally Color or Color-Difference of Materials
approved in 1979. Last previous edition approved in 2003 as D 3679 – 03e2. 2.2 ASCE Standard:
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contact ASTM Customer Service at [email protected]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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ASCE 7-98 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and 4.3 All specimen-preparation procedures and test conditions
Other Structures4 shall be the same as indicated in the Specimen Preparation and
Test Methods sections of Specification D 4216.
3. Terminology 4.4 The compound shall have a minimum Izod impact
3.1 Definitions are in accordance with Terminologies strength of 0.65 ft·lbf/in. (34.7 J/m) notch at 0°C (32°F) when
D 883, E 631, and D 1600, unless otherwise specified. tested in accordance with Test Method D 256.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: 4.5 The poly(vinyl chloride) compound, when tested in
3.2.1 nominal—the value that a manufacturer consistently accordance with Test Method D 635, shall not exceed an
uses to represent a specific property or dimension of a vinyl average extent of burn of 4 in. (100 mm), with an average time
siding product in public claims including, but not limited to, of burn not to exceed 10 s. A sample thickness of 0.040 in. (1
product literature, advertisements, quotations, and certificates mm) 610 % is required.
of conformance. NOTE 3—The flammability testing data, conclusions, and recommen-
3.2.2 process average thickness—the rolling, arithmetic dations of Test Method D 635 related solely to the measurement and
mean of average specimen thicknesses measured according to description of properties for classification of the poly(vinyl chloride)
6.5 for a specific product during all productions runs for the compound in response to flame under controlled laboratory conditions and
most recent six month period. shall not be used for the description or appraisal of the fire hazard of vinyl
siding under actual fire conditions.
3.2.3 temperate northern climate— in weather testing, a
North American metropolitan area testing site located within 4.6 The PVC compound when extruded into siding shall
73 to 100°W longitude and 37 to 45°N latitude. maintain uniform color and be free of any visual surface or
3.2.4 vinyl siding—a shaped material, made principally structural changes, such as peeling, chipping, cracking, flaking,
from rigid poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC), that is used to clad or pitting.
exterior walls of buildings. 4.7 The PVC compound shall be compounded so as to
3.2.5 Discussion—Any exception to a homogeneous rigid provide the heat stability and weather exposure stability
PVC compound is present in a coextruded or laminated required for the siding market application.
capstock. 5. Physical Requirements
4. Materials and Manufacture 5.1 Length and Width—The nominal length and width of the
siding shall be as agreed upon between the purchaser and the
4.1 The siding shall be made principally of PVC compound
seller. The actual length shall not be less than 1⁄4 in. (6.4 mm)
prepared from PVC homopolymer resin that conforms to the
of the nominal length and the actual width shall be within 61⁄16
requirements for Class 1, 2, or 3 (see Table 1).
in. (1.6 mm) of the nominal width when measured in accor-
4.2 Rigid PVC recycled plastic, as defined in Guide D 5033,
dance with 6.3 and 6.4.
may be used in this product if all the requirements in the
5.2 Thickness—These requirements pertain only to mea-
sections on Terminology (Section 3), on Materials and Manu-
surements of the portions of the siding that are exposed after
facture (Section 4), and on Physical Requirements (Section 5)
installation of the panel, measured in accordance with the
are met by the siding containing rigid PVC recycled plastic.
procedure in 6.5. The average thickness of each specimen shall
be no less than 0.035 in. No individual measurement shall be
thinner than 0.003 in. below the normal thickness. The process
average thickness as defined in 3.2.2 shall be no thinner than
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Available from the American Society of Civil Engineers, 1801 Alexander Bell 0.001 in. below the nominal thickness.
Dr., Reston, VA 20191–4400.
5.3 Camber—A full length of siding (typically 10 or 12 ft
(3.05 or 3.61 m)) shall not have a camber greater than 1⁄8 in.
TABLE 1 Class Requirements for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
Compounds Used for Siding
(3.2 mm) when measured in accordance with 6.6.
5.4 Heat Shrinkage—The average heat shrinkage shall not
NOTE—The minimum property test value will determine the class exceed 3.0 % when determined by the method described in 6.7.
number, even though other higher property test values may fall within
5.5 Impact Resistance—Siding shall have a minimum im-
another class.
pact strength of 60 in.·lbf (6.78 J) when tested in accordance
Compound Class 1 2 3 with 6.8.
Number 5.6 Coeffıcient of Linear Expansion— The siding shall have
Izod Impact Strength at 73.4°F (23°C), min: a coefficient of linear expansion not greater than 4.5 by 10−5
ft·lbf/in. of notch 1.5 2.4 9.9 in./in./°F (8.1 by 10−5 mm/mm/°C) when tested in accordance
(J/m of notch) (80.0) (130.0) (530)
Tensile Strength, min: with 6.9.
psi 6970 5800 5510 5.7 Gloss—The gloss of smooth and embossed siding shall
(MPa) (48.0) (40.0) (38.0) be uniform across the exposed surface. Variations in the
Modulus of elasticity in tension, min:
psi 392 000 319 000 290 000 glossmeter readings for smooth siding shall not be more than
(MPa) (2700) (2200) (2000) 610 % or 65.0 points (whichever is greater). Variations for
Deflection temperature under load, min: embossed siding shall not be more than 620 % or 610.0
°F at 264 psi 158 158 158
(°C at 1.82 MPa) (70) (70) (70) points (whichever is greater). Gloss of smooth and embossed
siding shall be tested in accordance with 6.11.

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5.8 Surface Distortion—The siding shall be free of bulges, are appropriate for each manufacturing process, but shall keep
waves, and ripples when tested to a minimum temperature of the essential records necessary to document, with a high degree
120°F (49°C) in accordance with the procedure in 6.12. This of assurance, his claim that all of the requirements of this
distortion is called “oil-canning.” specification have been met. Additional sampling and testing of
5.9 Color—The color of the siding shall be within the the product, as may be agreed upon between the purchaser and
defined color space parameters for the specific color agreed the manufacturer, are not precluded by this section.
upon between the purchaser and the manufacturer. The color 6.2 Conditioning and Test Conditions— Condition the test
specified shall be uniform on the surface of the siding panels, specimen in accordance with Procedure A of Practice D 618
except in the case of multicolored woodgrain panels. and test under those conditions, unless otherwise specified
5.9.1 Uniformity of Color—When tested in accordance with herein.
6.13, the total color change, DE, between a production speci- 6.3 Length—Lay the specimen on a flat surface and measure
men and the appropriate reference specimen or agreed-upon with a steel tape. Measure the length of a siding panel to the
color coordinates shall not vary by more than 1.5, and the nearest 1⁄16 in. (1.6 mm) at the center, the butt edge, and the
chromatic coordinates thereof shall not change by more than bottom of the top lock. The average of the three measurements
6DaH= 1.0 and 6DbH= 1.0. is the actual length.
5.10 Weathering: 6.4 Width—Interlock two 2-ft (610-mm) long specimens in
5.10.1 The siding shall maintain a uniform color and be free the normal mode for installation. Lay the two specimens on a
of any visual surface or structural changes such as peeling, flat surface. Measure to the nearest 1⁄16 in. (1.6 mm), the
chipping, cracking, flaking, and pitting when tested in accor- distance between the lowest butt edge of the top specimen and
dance with 6.10. the lowest butt edge of the bottom specimen. Make a measure-
NOTE 4—Weathering-conformance-testing requirements are to reflect ment at one end of the specimens and at 6-in. (152.4-mm)
performance of a “typical” extrusion siding profile representing a specific intervals along the entire length, making sure that the measure-
color of PVC compound and a specific extrusion technology. In no case is ment is made perpendicular to the butt edge. Average the
there an implied requirement for testing all the various shaped and sized measurements. The average constitutes the exposed width of
siding profiles produced in this color. The lengthy outdoor weatherability siding.
testing for new products may be performed concurrently with market
development and sales of siding to existing markets. Completion of 6.5 Thickness—Thickness shall be measured using an out-
weatherability testing prior to marketing of the product is not required. side micrometer calibrated in inches that gives readings to the
nearest 0.0005 in. or smaller. The micrometer shall be
5.11 Windload Resistance—The siding panel(s) shall be
equipped with a ratchet or friction thimble to control the force
able to withstand a minimum static test pressure of 17.2
applied during measurement, and shall be tightened on the
lbf/ft2 (824 Pa) when tested in accordance with 6.14.
specimen using the ratchet knob or the friction thimble. The
5.11.1 The static test pressure of 17.2 lbf/ft2 (824 Pa) was
micrometer shall conform to the calibration requirements in
established to withstand structural loading conditions that
Section 7 of Test Method D 374.
occur in 90 mph (145 km/h) wind-zone areas for elevations of
30 ft (9.1 m) and less in exposure category B, and is equivalent The thickness of the siding shall be measured at a minimum
to 22.9 lbf/ft2 (1096 Pa) design pressure. of 5 locations equally spaced across the entire portion of the
5.11.1.1 The design-pressure values can be negative (suc- siding that will be exposed after installation. All measurements
tion loads) or positive. The negative values are the largest in shall be taken to the nearest 0.001 in. Calculate and report the
magnitude and are the values used in this specification. average of these measurements. Also report the thinnest
individual measurement.
NOTE 5—In that the siding is being tested as a weather-resistant exterior 6.6 Camber—Place a full length of siding (typically 10 or
product applied to an existing exterior structural wall, forces (negative)
12 ft (3.05 or 3.61 m)) on a flat surface alongside a straightedge
working to pull the siding off the wall, fasteners, or disengage locks will
be the most important criteria for testing. Positive wind forces test the at least as long as the siding specimen. Measure the maximum
integrity of the total wall sections, and do not provide a measure of the space between edge of the siding specimen and the straight-
performance of the siding. edge for each edge to the nearest 1⁄16 in. (1.6 mm).
5.11.2 Refer to Annex A1 for an explanation as to how the 6.7 Heat Shrinkage:
22.9 lbf/ft2 (1096 Pa) design pressure was established, and for 6.7.1 Apparatus:
applications where the effective design pressure as specified in 6.7.1.1 Scriber, similar to that described in Test Method
ASCE 7-98 is greater than 22.9 lbf/ft2 (1096 Pa) (for example, D 1042, with the exception that the needle points shall be
wind-zone areas greater than 90 mph (145 km/h) or elevations separated by 10 6 0.01 in. (254 6 0.254 mm).
above 30 ft (9.1 m), or exposures other than exposure category 6.7.1.2 Test Media, a controlled-temperature water bath of 5
B). gal (10 L) or more, equipped with an efficient stirrer that will
maintain uniform temperature throughout. Heater and
6. Test Methods temperature-control devices must maintain the water at 160 6
6.1 General—The inspection and test procedures contained 1°F (71 6 0.5°C). Use a wire rack to raise and lower
in this section are used to determine the conformance of specimens into the water bath. As an alternative to the use of a
products to the requirements of this specification. Each pro- water bath, the specimens may be heated for 30 min in a
ducer who represents his products as conforming to this uniformly heated forced-air oven maintained at a temperature
specification may utilize statistically based sampling plans that of 160 6 1°F (71 6 0.5°C).

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6.7.1.3 Make measurements with any device capable of 6.11.3.1 For embossed siding, measure gloss on one piece
measuring the distance between two scribe marks to the nearest of siding on at least three widely separated sections across the
0.01 in. (0.254 mm). width of the exposed surface. The specimen to be tested shall
6.7.2 Procedure: be flat.
6.7.2.1 Cut three specimens from the siding panel, each 1 in. 6.11.3.2 Using the “integrating measurement mode”; at each
(25.4 mm) wide by 12 in. (305 mm) long. Cut one specimen section, measure the gloss by sliding the glossmeter longitudi-
from the center and one from each of the extreme edges of the nally for approximately 12 in. (305 mm). Take care to ensure
flat surface. The long axis shall be parallel to the machine a good contact between the glossmeter measuring port and the
direction. surface of the sample. When sliding the glossmeter, a steady
6.7.2.2 Condition specimens at 73.4 6 3.6°F (23 6 2°C) speed of approximately 6 in./s (150 mm/s) shall be maintained,
and 50 6 5 % relative humidity for at least 24 h. to coincide with the opening time of the measurement. Use
6.7.2.3 Make a slight mark with the scribe on each specimen care to ensure that a new surface is used for each reading since
so that a reference point will be clearly visible. instrument contact may leave scratches on the specimen
6.7.2.4 Place specimens in the test medium. surface.
6.7.2.5 Remove specimens after 30 min and place on a flat 6.11.3.3 Each reading of gloss shall be within the limit
surface until cool. specified in 5.7.
6.7.2.6 Repeat conditioning in accordance with 6.7.2.2. 6.11.3.4 Use the average result of all readings to represent
6.7.2.7 Make a second mark with the scribe on each the gloss of the sample.
specimen, using the same center. 6.12 Surface Distortion:
6.7.2.8 Measure the distance, D, between the scribe marks 6.12.1 Test Specimen/Apparatus:
to the nearest 0.01 in. (0.254 mm). 6.12.1.1 The test specimen shall consist of three courses of
6.7.2.9 Calculate the percent shrinkage as (D/10) 3 100. siding, a minimum of 6 ft (1.83 m) in length, mounted on a flat
6.7.2.10 Report the average shrinkage of the three speci- rigid frame in accordance with the manufacturer’s recom-
mens tested. mended installation instructions.
6.8 Impact Resistance—Test impact resistance of siding in 6.12.1.2 Heat-sensing elements shall be located at the mid-
accordance with Test Method D 4226, Procedure A, impactor point of the backside of the second course of siding.
head configuration H.25. 4 in.-lb increments (0.5 in. height 6.12.1.3 Radiant-Heat Rod, 600 W for each linear foot (0.31
increments with 8 lb falling weight) shall be used. Minimum m), mounted parallel to the middle course and approximately
sample dimensions shall be 1.5 by 1.5 in. Samples shall be 32 in. (810 mm) away from the surface of the siding.
tested with the normally exposed surface facing up. Condition- 6.12.1.4 Temperature-Control Device, used to regulate the
ing time for quality-control tests shall be at least 1 h. temperature of the radiant-heat rod, shall be able to maintain
6.9 Coeffıcient of Linear Expansion— Conduct this test in the conditions specified in 6.12.2.1.
accordance with Test Method D 696. 6.12.2 Procedure:
6.10 Weatherability: 6.12.2.1 Heat the test panel (second course of siding) at a
6.10.1 Expose extruded specimens at least 6 in. (150 mm) rate of 3.0 to 6.0°F/min (1.7 to 3.3°C/min) until a minimum
long for six months, one year, and two years in at least three temperature of 120°F (49°C) is achieved as measured by the
widely different climatic areas. A hot, dry climate, such as heat-sensing element on the midpoint of the backside of the
Phoenix, AZ; a hot, humid climate such as Miami, FL; and a second course. During this heating period, observe the test
temperate, northern climate are suggested sites. panel for surface distortion.
6.10.2 All exposures shall be conducted at an angle of 45° 6.12.2.2 Failure is defined as the appearance of bulges,
S, plywood backed, in accordance with Practice D 1435. waves, or ripples before a temperature of 120°F (49°C) is
6.11 Gloss: reached.
6.11.1 Apparatus—Measure gloss with using a 75° geom- 6.13 Color Uniformity—Calculate the difference between
etry glossmeter; for measuring embossed siding, the glossme- the LH, aH, and bH color coordinates for a production specimen
ter shall be operated with an “integrating mode.”5 to those of either the appropriate reference specimen or the
6.11.2 Procedure A: agreed upon color coordinates for that specific color product in
6.11.2.1 For smooth siding, measure gloss on one piece of accordance with Test Method D 2244. Calculate the total
siding on at least three widely separated points across the width difference DE between the production specimen and the
of the exposed surface. The area tested must be flat. reference specimen in accordance with Test Method D 2244.
6.11.2.2 Each reading shall be within the limit specified in 6.14 Windload Resistance—Conduct the test on windload
5.7. resistance of finished siding in accordance with Test Method
6.11.2.3 The average reading of all readings shall be used to D 5206.
represent the gloss of the sample. 7. Product Marking
6.11.3 Procedure B:
7.1 In order that purchasers may identify siding conforming
to all requirements of this specification, producers and distribu-
tors shall include a statement of compliance in conjunction
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Micro-gloss 75, available from BYK-Gardner USA, 2435 Linden Lane, Silver with their name and address on product labels, invoices, sales
Spring, MD 20910, or equivalent is suitable. literature, and the like. The following statement is suggested

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when sufficient space is available: 8. Packing, Packaging, and Package Marking
This PVC siding conforms to all the requirements established 8.1 The siding shall be packed in such a manner as to
in ASTM Specification D 3679, developed cooperatively with provide reasonable protection against damage in ordinary
the industry and published by ASTM. handling, transportation, and storage.
Full responsibility for the conformance of this product to the
8.2 Provisions of Practice D 3892 shall apply to this speci-
specification is assumed by (name and address of producer or
fication.
distributor).
7.2 The following abbreviated statement is suggested when
available space on labels is insufficient for the full statement: 9. Keywords
Conforms to ASTM Specification D 3679 (name and address 9.1 plastic building products; plastic weatherability; re-
of producer or distributor). cycled plastic; rigid PVC siding; specification

ANNEX

(Mandatory Information)

A1. WINDLOAD RESISTANCE TEST DESIGN FACTORS

A1.1 Windload Criteria: External Pressure Coefficient 5 61.00 and 21.40

A1.1.1 ASCE 7-98 is the basis for determining the design

pressures used in this test method. The velocity pressures, q,
used in this test method have been computed using the The design pressure is calculated by multiplying the velocity
following equation: pressures by the algebraic sum of the internal and external
q 5 0.00256 KzKdV2I ~lb/sq ft! pressure coefficients.
5 0.613 Kz Kd V2I ~N/m2!
A1.2 Design Pressure:
Positive Design Pressure 5 ~12.3!~1.00 1 0.18! 5 14.5 psf
where:
V = wind velocity, mph (km/h). The basic wind speed
corresponds to a 3–s gust speed at 33 ft (10.1 m) Negative Design Pressure 5 ~12.3!~21.40 2 0.18! 5 219.4 psf
above ground in exposure category C, as described in
ASCE 7–98. A velocity of 90 mph (145 km/h) was A1.2.1 The negative values (suction loads) are the largest in
used in this specification magnitude and are the design values used in this test method.
I = “importance factor” as described in ASCE 7-98. A
Based on AAMA research work as reported in “Windload
value of 1.0 was used.
Resistance of Residential Siding Products” (1),6 a certain
Kz = “velocity pressure coefficient” as described in ASCE
amount of pressure equalization occurs through residential
7-98. A “Kz” of 0.70 was used in the wind pressure
siding products installed with sheathing under high dynamic
calculations, which is the value from ASCE 7-98 for
pressures. In light of this pressure equalization, the design
an elevation of 30 ft (9.1 m) above ground level and
pressure in the ASCE 7-98 windload standards is reduced by a
Exposure Category B.
Kd = “wind directionality factor” as described in ASCE factor of 0.36.
7–98. A “Kd” of 0.85 is used. A1.2.2 Therefore, the required test pressures may be calcu-
lated as follows:
The velocity pressure = −12.3 lbf/ft2 (589 Pa).
Pt 5 DP 3 0.36 3 1.5
A1.1.2 ASCE 7-98 recommends various internal and exter-
nal pressure coefficients, which include gust response factors.
These coefficients vary with the effective area of the cladding where:
component, the location of the cladding component relative to Pt = test pressure, lbf/ft2 (Pa),
building corners, and the configuration of the building (open DP = design pressure, lbf/ft2 (Pa),
versus enclosed). The internal and external pressure coeffi- 0.36 = pressure equalization factor, and
1.5 = safety factor.
cients are taken from Tables 6–7 and Figure 6–5A of ASCE
A1.2.3 In a 90 mph (145 km/h) wind zone area specifying a
7–98. The effective area is taken as 10 square ft (the area of one
design pressure of −19.4 lbf/ft2 (929 Pa) for a building 30 ft
piece of siding), an enclosed building is assumed, and factors
(9.1m) in height or less, the required siding uniform load test
for the building corners are used. The pressure coefficients are
as follows:
Internal Pressure Coefficient 5 60.18 6
The boldface numbers in parentheses refer to a list of references at the end of
the text.

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pressure is 14.6 lbf/ft2 (699 Pa). For applications where the Pt 5 1.5 3 DP
effective design pressure is greater than -19.4 lbf/ft2 (929 Pa)
(for example, wind zone areas greater than 90 mph (145km/h),
where:
elevations over 30 ft (9.1 m), or exposure conditions other than Pt = static test pressure, lbf/ft 2 (Pa),
Exposure B), refer to ASCE 7-98 for the effective design DP = design pressure, lbf/ft2 (Pa), and
pressure. The product shall be subjected to a static test pressure 1.5 = safety factor.
determined by the formula in A1.2.2A1.2.2. These loading
conditions apply only to siding installed to solid walls, with A1.3 Wind Design Pressures:
internal or external sheathing. For applications where the
siding is installed over open studding, rapid pressure equaliza- A1.3.1 Design wind pressures may be selected for particular
tion does not occur. In these applications, the load the siding geographic locations from the wind velocity maps in ASCE
will see is equal to the total design pressure. The static test 7–98.
pressure required for products used under these conditions is as
follows:

REFERENCES

(1) Research Report to Establish Performance Criteria for Siding/ Manufacturers Assn., 2700 River Rd., Palatine, IL.
Fastener Systems with Emphasis on Determining the Windload Resis- (5) Thom, H. C. S., New Distribution of Extreme Winds in the United
tance of Residential Siding Products, American Architectural Manu- States, American Society of Civil Engineers, Environmental Engineer-
facturers Association, Palatine, IL. ing Conference Preprint 431, Dallas, TX, Feb. 6, 1967.
(2) ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals, American Society of Heating, (6) Sachs, Peter, Wind Forces in Engineering, Pergamon Press, Elmsford,
Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc. Chapter 26, 1977. NY 1972.
(3) “Wind Forces on Structures,” Transactions of the American Society of (7) MacDonald, A. J., Wind Loading on Buildings, Applied Sciences
Civil Engineers, Vol 126, Part II, 1961, pp. 1124–1198. Publishers, Ltd., Essex, England, 1975.
(4) AAMA, TIR-A2, American Architectural Manufacturers Assn., De- (8) Houghton, E., and Carruthers, N., Wind Forces on Buildings and
sign Wind Loads for Aluminum Curtain Walls, American Architectural Structures, John Wiley & Sons, New York, NY, 1976.

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