ASTM-F595 › Standard Test Methods for Vacuum Cleaner Hose—Durability and Reliability (All-Plastic Hose)
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Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the effect of anticipated stresses and strains that vacuum cleaner hoses will receive in normal use.
1.2 These test methods apply to all-plastic, nonelectric vacuum cleaner hoses for household use.
Note 1—For information on plastic wire-reinforced, nonelectric vacuum cleaner hoses for household use, refer to Test Method F 450.
1.3 These test methods are individual tests as agreed upon between the hose manufacturer and the vacuum cleaner manufacturer.
1.4 The following tests are included:
Section | |
Torsional flex | 6 |
Hot and cold flex with aging (optional) | 7 |
Abrasion (external surface) (optional) | 8 |
Flex | 9 |
Pull test on hose fittings with aging | 10 |
Crush | 11 |
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathmatical conversions to SI units, which are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Significance and Use
These test methods can be used by buyers of vacuum cleaner hose to specify the test criteria the hose must meet to be acceptable for their purposes.
Keywords
all-plastic hose; vacuum cleaner; vacuum cleaner hose; ICS Number Code 97.080 (Cleaning appliances)
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Document Number
ASTM-F595-01(2005)
Revision Level
2001 R05 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Replaced
Publication Date
Dec. 1, 2005
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
6 pages
Committee Number
F11.30