ASTM F1040

This specification covers throw-away, flat panel-type filter units for use in air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems. This specification also includes panel-type filters with pleated media. The filters are furnished in two types as follows: type I - throw-away frames and media, and type II - permanent frames with replaceable media. The filters are furnished in three grades as follows: grade A - standard dust-holding capacity, grade B - high dust-holding capacity, and grade C - high resistance. The adhesive oil, filter initial resistance, filter average arrestance, and filter dust holding capacity conform to the requirements specified.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers throw-away, flat panel-type filter units for use in air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems. This specification also includes panel-type filters with pleated media.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

2. Referenced Documents

D3951 Practice for Commercial Packaging
MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage
52 Method of Testing Air-Cleaning Devices Used in General Ventilation for Removing Particulate Matter
Fed. Std. No. 123 Military Standard for Marking for Shipment and Storage
UL900 Test Performance of Air Filter Units

Index Terms

ICS Number Code 91.140.30

Citing ASTM Standards

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