Overview
ISO 12570:2000, Hygrothermal performance of building materials and products - Determination of moisture content by drying at elevated temperature, defines a standardized method to measure the moisture content in building materials and products. Established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this standard provides a comprehensive testing protocol applicable to porous, water-permeable materials. Assessing moisture content is essential for evaluating the hygrothermal performance of materials, helping to ensure product quality, durability, and effective building envelope design.
This standard is a fundamental reference for manufacturers, laboratories, and building professionals involved with construction materials where precise moisture measurement is critical. The method is based on drying test specimens at controlled elevated temperatures, then calculating moisture content based on mass loss, as a means to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
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Applications
Adopting the methods standardized in ISO 12570:2000 is critical across multiple stages of the building material supply chain:
Related Standards
Professionals using ISO 12570:2000 may also benefit from referencing these related standards:
- ISO 9346: Thermal insulation - Mass transfer - Physical quantities and definitions – Provides essential terminology and definitions that support the understanding and application of ISO 12570.
- ASTM D 2385: Standard Test Method for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Base Material – Offers comparable methods for moisture and density measurement.
- DIN 52102: Covers procedures for determining density metrics in stone and aggregates, complementing the methodologies in ISO 12570.
- Additional ISO/CEN standards on thermal and moisture properties of building materials.
By implementing ISO 12570:2000, organizations ensure consistency, accuracy, and international compatibility in moisture content determination, supporting the sustainable performance of building materials in the construction industry.