ASTM F1860

This specification covers the requirements for the compound and physical characteristics of homogeneous (Type I) and layered (Type II) rubber sheet floor covering with backing. Both types shall be fibrous and foamed rubber, and may also contain intermediate layers. They may either have smooth, embossed, or molded pattern surfaces, and shall not contain asbestos. They shall be tested on, and conform accordingly to the following requirements: chemical composition; hardness; modulus of 10 % elongation; static load limit; resistance to chemicals such as white vinegar, rubbing alcohol, sodium hydroxide solution, hydrochloric acid solution, sulfuric acid solution, household ammonia solution, and household bleach; resistance to heat; resistance to light; width and length; and base, wear layer, and overall thicknesses.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the requirements for the compound and physical characteristics of rubber sheet floor covering having a rubber wear layer with backing. Products may also contain intermediate layers.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test method portion, Section 9, of this specification: 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

D 1566 Terminology Relating to Rubber
D 2240 Test Method for Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness
D 412 Test Method for Rubber Properties in Tension
D 883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
F 141 Terminology Relating to Resilient Floor Coverings
F 1482 Guide for Wood Underlayment Products Available for Use Under Resilient Flooring
F 1514 Test Method for Measuring Heat Stability of Resilient Vinyl Flooring by Color Change
F 1515 Test Method for Measuring Light Stability of Resilient Vinyl Flooring by Color Change
F 387 Test Method for Measuring Thickness of Resilient Floor Covering With Foam Layer
F 410 Test Method for Wear Layer Thickness of Resilient Floor Coverings by Optical Measurement
F 710 Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors and Other Monolithic Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring
F 925 Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of Resilient Flooring
F 970 Test Method for Static Load Limit
ANSI/ASQC Z1.4-1993 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes

Index Terms

flooring; resilient; rubber; sheet; with backing; ICS Number Code 97.150

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