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Technical Question Title Tool Version Date Released Credit Name Tool Category TC Link
TQ172 STC criteria for EHC-9 v4.1 October 2022 EHC
Approved Ruling:
STC ratings are typically determined in a laboratory under controlled conditions, whereas ASTC ratings are site-specific and established through field testing. The NZGBC advises that ASTC(Apparent Sound Transmission Class) within 5 dB of the required STC (Sound Transmission Class) criteria is acceptable for EHC 9 verification.