Brick Water Absorption and Saturation Coefficient Test

Inspection template for recording 24-hour cold water absorption, 5-hour boiling absorption, and saturation coefficient on sampled brick per ASTM C67 to support durability classification and acceptance review.

Inspection Details and Sample Traceability

• Project, supplier, and brick designation recorded
  Record the project name, supplier/manufacturer, brick type, and any specified ASTM designation or product name.
• Sample lot, batch, and specimen IDs recorded
  Document the lot number, batch number, specimen identifiers, and quantity of bricks sampled.
• Test date and location recorded
  Enter the date/time of the test and the laboratory or inspection location.
• Reference standard identified as ASTM C67
  Confirm the test record is being completed against ASTM C67 for brick sampling and absorption testing.

Specimen Condition and Preparation

• Specimens were intact and free of visible damage before testing
  Confirm sampled bricks were not cracked, broken, or otherwise compromised before conditioning.
• Specimens were cleaned of loose debris before weighing
  Confirm surfaces were free of loose dust, mortar residue, or other debris that could affect mass measurements.
• Initial dry mass recorded for each specimen
  Record the oven-dry or conditioned dry mass for each specimen prior to water exposure.
• Specimen count meets test plan
  Record the number of specimens tested and confirm it matches the approved sampling plan or purchase specification.

24-Hour Cold Water Absorption Test

• Cold water immersion duration was 24 hours
  Confirm the specimens were immersed in cold water for the full 24-hour conditioning period.
• Water temperature and immersion conditions recorded
  Document the water temperature, container setup, and any relevant immersion conditions used during the 24-hour cold soak.
• 24-hour cold water absorption calculated for each specimen
  Record the absorption percentage after 24-hour cold water immersion for each specimen.
• Average 24-hour cold water absorption recorded
  Record the average 24-hour cold water absorption across all tested specimens.

5-Hour Boiling Absorption and Saturation Coefficient

• Boiling immersion duration was 5 hours
  Confirm the specimens were subjected to the 5-hour boiling absorption procedure.
• 5-hour boiling absorption calculated for each specimen
  Record the absorption percentage after the 5-hour boil for each specimen.
• Average 5-hour boiling absorption recorded
  Record the average boiling absorption across all tested specimens.
• Saturation coefficient calculated and recorded
  Record the saturation coefficient, typically calculated from the ratio of boiling absorption to cold water absorption for the tested specimens.

Results, Durability Classification, and Sign-Off

• Results reviewed against project or specification limits
  Confirm the measured absorption and saturation coefficient values were compared to the applicable specification or acceptance criteria.
• Durability classification determined
  Select the durability classification or acceptance outcome based on the test results and project requirements.
• Non-conformances or corrective actions documented
  Describe any deficiency, non-conformance, retest requirement, or corrective action associated with out-of-limit results.
• Inspector signature captured
  Inspector or laboratory representative signs to confirm the record is complete and accurate.