Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published August 2015. — 7 p. This practice will establish criteria for determining loading constants that are referenced in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) pressure vessel design(Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Divs. 1 and 2). These constants are specific to this design criterion for metallic,...
Current edition approved Nov. 15, 2013. Published January 2014. — 7 p. This standard describes a laboratory method to evaluate tires for their tendency to develop belt edge separation, via the use of a standard roadwheel (Practice F551/F551M). This evaluation is conducted on tires that have undergone accelerated laboratory aging as described in Practice F2838. The End-of-Test...
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published October 2016. Originally approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2869 – 10. — 8 p. This practice describes the procedure to identify equivalent test severity conditions between a 1.707-m diameter laboratory roadwheel surface and a flat or highway surface for radial pneumatic light truck (LT) tires. Tire...
Current edition approved May 1, 2010. Published June 2010. — 6 p. This practice describes a method to laboratory age a new tire in an oven to produce changes in certain chemical and physical properties at the belt edges similar to those of tires in-service (see Appendix X1). This practice is a precursor to conducting an ASTM standard roadwheel test method for laboratory generation...
Current edition approved April 1, 2011. Published May 2011. Originally approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2837 – 10. — 5 p. This test method covers a means of measuring the hot compression properties of a gasket material by measuring its creep under a constant load at both room temperature and while increasing the temperature. Short term creep properties...
Current edition approved May 1, 2015. Published June 2015. Originally approved in 2009. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2803 – 09. — 6 p. This test method is performed to determine the amount of rotational slip occurring at the tire/wheel interface while under heavy longitudinal load conditions. This test method is suitable for research and development purposes where...
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published October 2016. Originally approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2779 – 10. — 8 p. This practice describes the procedure to identify equivalent test severity conditions between a 1.707-m diameter laboratory roadwheel surface and a flat or highway surface forcommercial radial truck-bus tires. Tire operational...
Current edition approved July 1, 2014. Published November 2014. Originally approved in 2008. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F2716 – 08. — 6 p. This practice provides a means of comparing various nonmetallic flat gasket materials, Classification F104, in saturated steam service under controlled conditions. While the practice is designed primarily for flat gaskets, it...
Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published July 2015. Originally approved in 2007. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as F2663 – 07a. — 11 p. This test method covers the static non-rolling laboratory method of determination of a tubeless tire’s resistance to bead unseating. The test requires the use of a standardized fixture and load machine. The test is conducted using...
Current edition approved May 1, 2013. Published May 2013. Originally approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as F2524 – 06. — 2 p. This practice covers the quantitative determination of the volatile matter evolved during the curing process of transportation applications.
Current edition approved July 1, 2013. Published August 2013. Originally approved in 2005. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2523 – 07 (2013). — 7 p. This practice provides a means to determine the blowout resistance of a room-temperature vulcanized elastomer system (RTV) using a standard fixture.
Current edition approved May 1, 2013. Published May 2013. Originally approved in 2005. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as F2467 – 06. — 2 p. This practice covers a standard means for measuring initial static sealing pressure in transportation applications. It uses a pressure-indicating film (PIF) that will record the maximum load imprint of the seal-to-flange interfaces....
Current edition approved May 1, 2010. Published June 2010. Originally approved in 2005. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F2466 – 05. — 5 p. This practice covers a means to determine the percent silicone-producing volatiles present in heat-cured silicone rubber and room temperature-cured silicones (RTV). Silicone-producing volatiles contribute to fouling of oxygen sensor...
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published October 2016. Originally approved in 2005. Last previous edition approved in 2011 as F2378 – 05 (2011). — 6 p. This test method covers a means of evaluating the sealing properties of sheet, composite, and solid form-in-place gasket materials (see Classification F104 or F868) at room temperature, and may be used for fluid (gas or...
Current edition approved July 1, 2014. Published December 2014. Originally approved in 2003. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2325 – 03 (2009). — 3 p. This classification covers a means for specifying Multi- Layer Steel (MLS) and other Metal Layer Gaskets for Transportation Applications by application and construction. These structures are composed of one or more steel...
Current edition approved May 1, 2012. Published July 2012. Originally approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1971 – 05. — 4 p. This test method covers the measurement of the electrical resistance between the wheel of a mounted and inflated tire-wheel assembly and a flat conducting surface in loaded contact with the tire. This test method specifies procedures...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2014. Published February 2014. Originally approved in 1998. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1923 – 98 (2005). — 3 p. This test method covers measurements for comparative tire strength and dimensional characteristics. This test method covers new and retreaded pneumatic tires, both tube and tubeless types, and flaps when applicable, for...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2014. Published February 2014. Originally approved in 1998. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1922 – 98 (2005). — 7 p. This test method covers comparative tire durability and treadwear. This test method covers commercially available, over the highway pneumatic tires, new and retreaded, both tube type and tubeless, for use on conventional...
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2012. Published November 2012. Originally approved in 1998. Last previous edition approved in 2004 as F1909– 98 (2004). — 5 p. This specification covers preformed open–cell sponge rubber gaskets of the following classes for use in new or reconditioned pails or drums. Class A - Non–Oil Resistant. Class B - Oil Resistant.
Current edition approved June 1, 2014. Published September 2014. Originally approved in 1997. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F1806 – 97 (2008). — 6 p. This practice presents some basic concepts for tire testing and a standard set of terms relating to the use ofreference tires frequently used for comprehensive tire testing programs. The tests may be conducted in a...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1997. Last previous edition approved in 2012 as F1805 – 12. — 14 p. This test method covers a procedure for measuring the driving traction of passenger car and light truck tires while traveling in a straight line on snow- or ice-covered surfaces. This test method utilizes a dedicated,...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2014. Published February 2014. Originally approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F1650 – 98 (2005). — 13 p. This practice covers the required procedures for examining sequential control tire data for any variation due to changing test conditions. Such variations may influence absolute and also comparative performance of...
Current edition approved May 1, 2013. Published June 2013. Originally approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2003 as F1649 – 96 (2003) which was withdrawn January 2012 and reinstated in May 2013. — 13 p. These test methods cover the measurement of two types of ABS vehicle behavior that reflect differences in tire wet traction performance when the vehicle is fitted...
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published July 2017. Originally approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F1574 – 03a (2009). — 4 p. This test method covers the determination of compressive strength characteristics (crush-extrusion resistance) of gasket materials at elevated temperature.
Current edition approved May 1, 2015. Published June 2015. Originally approved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F1572 – 08. — 10 p. These test methods cover the evaluation of tire performance on snow and ice surfaces utilizing passenger car or light truck vehicles. Since the tires are evaluated as part of a tire/vehicle system, the conclusions reached may not be...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F1502 – 05 (2010). — 5 p. This test method covers methods for performing certain mechanical static measurements on tires. The term “static” implies that the tire is not rotating while measurements are being made.
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2011. Published November 2011. Originally approved in 1993. Last previous edition approved in 2003 as F1426 – 94 (2003). — 4 p. This practice provides the instructions and nomenclature to evaluate the wear features of the tread pattern on a tire for some intermediate state short of total wear out. A tire may be characterized by certain worn...
Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published September 2015. Originally approved in 1992. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F1364 – 03 (2010). — 3 p. This practice describes the construction and use of a calibration device for demonstrating the anomaly detection capability of interferometric laser imaging nondestructive tire inspection system. A common practice within...
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2017. Published February 2017. Originally approved in 1990. Last previous edition approved in 2014 as F1315 – 00 (2014). — 2 p. This test method covers a procedure for determining the density of a gasket material.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published October 2016. Originally approved in 1990. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F1276 – 99 (2009). — 5 p. This test method provides a means of measuring the amount of creep relaxation of a laminated composite gasket material at a predetermined time after a compressive stress has been applied. Creep relaxation is measured by...
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2010. Published March 2011. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2006 as F1112 – 06a. — 7 p. This test method covers the determination of the rate of inflation pressure loss resulting from air diffusion through thestructures of tubeless tires under constant temperature conditions. The testing is done under static...
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published October 2016. Originally approved in 1988. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F1087 – 02 (2009). — 2 p. This test method covers a procedure to determine the stability of a gasket material to linear dimensional change due to hygroscopic expansion and contraction. It subjects a sampleto extremes, that is, oven drying and...
Current edition approved May 1, 2015. Published June 2015. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F1046 – 01 (2008). — 4 p. This guide outlines the preparation of artificially worn tires by tread rubber removal (cutting or grinding, or both) for subsequent performance testing. The purpose is to permit the preparation of test tires with a uniformly...
Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published September 2015. Originally approved in 1986. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F1035 – 03 (2008). — 4 p. This practice describes the construction and use of a rubber-cord pie-shaped standard disk for demonstrating the discernment capability of an X-ray imaging system. This practice is applicable to direct viewing...
Current edition approved June 1, 2013. Published September 2013. Originally approved in 1986. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as F1016 – 07. — 3 p. This practice describes the elementary linear regression analysis of basic treadwear data as obtained according to Test Method F421 and Test Method F762. The basic treadwear data are obtained as groove depth loss measurements by...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1984. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F870 – 94 (2010). — 5 p. This practice covers a technique for measuring the groove or void area of a tire tread pattern. The void area is measured on the inked impression of a tire tread statically loaded against heavyweight paper on a load platen....
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published May 2017. Originally approved in 1984. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F868 – 02 (2009). — 4 p. This classification covers a means for specifying or describing pertinent properties of commercial laminate composite gasket materials (LCGM). These structures are composed of two or more chemically different layers of material....
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1983. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F811 – 02 (2010). — 4 p. This practice covers guidelines for using accelerometers in test vehicles to evaluate dynamic accelerations resulting from various maneuvers such as braking, accelerating, or cornering. This practice is applicable to...
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published July 2017. Originally approved in 1983. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F806 – 99a (2009). — 3 p. This test method covers determination of the short-time compressibility and recovery at room temperature of laminated composite gasket materials. This test method is not intended as a test for compressibility under prolonged...
Current edition approved June 1, 2014. Published November 2014. Originally approved in 1982. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F762/F762M – 08. — 4 p. This test method covers a procedure to be used to obtain data for determining the changes in tire tread depth over any specified course and test period. The tire tread depth loss data obtained according to the procedures for...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1981. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F724 – 94a (2010)ɛ1. — 7 p. This test method covers procedures for evaluating passenger car tires for sidewall component integrity and cracking resistance, using an outdoor roadwheel. This test method evaluates the resistance of tire sidewalls to...
Current edition approved July 1, 2014. Published November 2014. Originally approved in 1979. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F607 – 03 (2008). — 4 p. This test method provides a means of determining the degree to which gasket materials under compressive load adhere to metal surfaces. The test conditions described are indicative of those frequently encountered in gasket...
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published July 2017. Originally approved in 1978. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F559 – 05 (2010). — 3 p. This test method covers the determination of the accurate length measurement of road courses used for testing all types of pneumatic tires on various associated vehicles. This test method is intended for use on public highways...
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2016. Published February 2016. Originally approved in 1977. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F551/F551M – 09a. — 3 p. This practice covers the requirements for a 1.707-m [67.23-in.] diameter laboratory roadwheel for durability and endurance testing of tires under controlled operating and environmental conditions.
Current edition approved May 1, 2011. Published July 2011. Originally approved in 1977. Last previous edition approved in 2004 as F495 – 99a (2004). — 2 p. This test method covers the determination of gasket material weight loss upon exposure to elevated temperatures. This test method may include hazardous materials, operations, and equipment.
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published July 2017. Originally approved in 1976. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F457 – 04 (2010). — 4 p. This test method covers the determination of vehicle speed and cumulative distance traveled using a device termed a fifth wheel and using appropriate associated instrumentation. This test method also describes the calibration...
Current edition approved May 1, 2017. Published July 2017. Originally approved in 1975. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F434 – 93 (2009). — 3 p. This test method covers the determination of the resistance against blow-out of preformed gaskets. The test is conducted under ambient conditions and should be used for comparison purposes only to select suitable designs and...
Current edition approved July 1, 2014. Published November 2014. Originally approved in 1964. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F433 – 02 (2009). — 6 p. This practice covers a means of measuring the amount of heat transfer quantitatively through a material or system. This practice is similar to the Heat Flow Meter System of Test Method C518, but modified to accommodate...
Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published August 2015. Originally approved in 1975. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F421 – 07 (2013)ɛ1. — 4 p. This test method describes standard procedures for measuring the groove and void depth in passenger car tires. Any mechanical, optical, or electronic device capable of measuring groove (void) depth can be used, but only the...
Current edition approved June 1, 2015. Published August 2015. Originally approved in 1975. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F414 – 09. — 4 p. This test method covers the determination of tire plunger energy required to completely penetrate the tread area of an inflated tire as indicated by a rupture, loss of inflation pressure, sudden drop in plunger force or bottom-out....