ASTM-F842 › Standard Test Methods for Measuring the Forced Entry Resistance of Sliding Door Assemblies, Excluding Glazing Impact
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Scope
1.1 These test methods determine the ability of sliding door assemblies to restrain, delay, or frustrate forced entry.
1.2 For purposes of these test methods, sliding door assemblies are classified as described in 1.2.1 through 1.2.4 and as shown in Fig. 1. Sliding door assemblies with a combination of operable panels and fixed panels (lites) shall be classified and tested separately for each type.
1.2.1 Type A- A sliding door assembly which incorporates one or more sliding panels that lock to the jamb.
1.2.2 Type B- A sliding door assembly which incorporates one or more sliding panels that lock to an intermediate jamb.
1.2.3 Type C- A sliding door assembly which incorporates one or more sliding panels that abut and lock to other panels.
1.2.4 Type D- A sliding door assembly which incorporates one or more fixed or stationary panels (lites) that are designed not to operate.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 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. For a specific hazard statement, see Section 8.
Keywords
doors; fenestration; forced entry resistance; laboratory method; sliding glass doors; ICS Number Code 13.310 (Protection against crime); 91.060.50 (Doors and windows)
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Document Number
ASTM-F0842-17R23
Revision Level
2017 R23 EDITION
Status
Current
Modification Type
Revision
Publication Date
May 11, 2023
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
16 pages
Committee Number
E06.51