ASTM F1575

Nails are a common mechanical fastener in wood structures. Engineering design procedures used to determine the capacities of laterally-loaded nailed connections currently use a yield theory to establish the nominal resistance for laterally-loaded nailed connections that are engineered. In order to develop the nominal resistance for laterally-loaded nailed connections, the bending yield moment must be known.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers procedures for determining the bending yield moment of nails when subjected to static loading. It is intended only for nails used in engineered connection applications, in which a required connection capacity is specified by the designer.

1.2 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.

2. Referenced Documents

E4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
F1470 Guide for Fastener Sampling for Specified Mechanical Properties and Performance Inspection
F1667 Specification for Driven Fasteners: Nails, Spikes, and Staples

Index Terms

bending yield moment; fastener; nail; yield; yield theory; ICS Number Code 21.060.50

Citing ASTM Standards

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