ACI 530 Code


Specification For Masonry Structures - Products

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Coatings For Corrosion Protection - Unless otherwise required, protect carbon steel joint reinforcement, ties, and anchors from corrosion by galvanizing in conformance with the following minimum:

1. Joint Reinforcement ASTM A 641 (0.1 oz/ft2)(0.031 kg/m2
2. Joint Reinforcement, wire ties, or wire anchors in exterior walls or interior walls exposed to a mean relative humidity exceeding 75 percent (e.g. natatoria and food processing) ASTM A 153 (1.50 oz/ft2)(0.046 kg/m2
3. Sheet metal ties or anchors in exterior walls or interior walls exposed to a mean relative humidity exceeding 75 percent (e.g. natatoria and food processing) ASTM A 153 Class B
4. Sheet metal ties or anchors in interior walls ASTM A 525 Class G60
5. Steel plates and bars (as applicable to size and form indicated) ASTM A 123 or ASTM A 153 Class B

 

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