ASTM F1826-00 (R2021) pdf free download.Standard Specification for Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools.
1 .1 This specification covers mechanical and electrical testing and acceptance criteria for telescoping live line tools.
1.1.1 A tool designed only for use as a measuring device need not comply with mechanical strength requirements of this spec i lication.
1 .2 The use and maintenance of this equipment is beyond the scope of this specification.
1.3 This specification does not cover multiple section or extendable section clampsticks.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after Si units are provided for information only and are no considered standard.
3. Terminology
3. 1 Definitions— Terminology used in this specification is in accordance with Definitions F819.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.2.1 acceptance test, n—one made at the option of the purchaser to verify that a product meets design criteria.
3.2.2 design test, n—one made on a sample treated as representative of an industrial product. These tests generally will not be repeated in quantity production.
3.2.3 dimensional check, n—measurements made to verify that a product complies with the dimension stated by the manufacturer.
3.2.4 hydrophobic, adj—lacking affinity for water.
3.2.5 ivutine test, n—a type of test made regularly on production material.
3.2.6 telescoping live line tool, n—an extendable multiple section FRP tool designed to carry an attachment to perform mechanical tasks.
3.2.7 telescoping measuring wol, mi—an extendable multiple section IRP tool designed only to measure vertical heights.
3.2.8 visual inspection, n—a visual check made o detect manufacturing defects.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This specification shall be used for design. routine, and acceptance testing of live line and measuring telescoping tools.
5. Ordering Information
5.1 Include the following information when ordering telescoping live line or measuring tools, or both:
5.1.1 Quantity.
5.1.2 Catalog number.
5.1.3 Tested to meet ASTM Specification F1826 design tests.
6. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
6.1 The external and internal surfaces shall have hydrophobic abilities.ASTM F1826 pdf download.