ASTM F976

This specification covers requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions, workmanship, ring stiffness, flattening, joint systems, and a form of marking for polyethylene (PE) pipe of profile wall construction and with bell and spigot, heat fusion, extrusion welded or electrofusion joints for use in gravity flow applications, such as for sewers and drains. The PE profile wall pipe products cover six standard ring stiffness constant (RSC) classifications, namely 40, 63, 100, and 160, 250 and 400. These are referred to as RSC 40, RSC 63, RSC 100, RSC 160, RSC 250 and RSC 400. Referee testing, ring stiffness constant testing, flattening test, and joint tightness test shall be performed to meet the requirements prescribed.This specification establishes nationally recognized performance requirements common to both kerosine and diesel portable containers for reuse by the consumer. Only color and marking are differentiated. The test medium specified for chemical resistance is kerosine due to the more aggressive nature of kerosine on elastomers and other materials of construction. Cautionary standards for handling and disposal of hazardous materials should be observed. Containers containing kerosene should not be opened in the presence of open flame or other sources of ignition. The stability test, handle strength test, drop strength test, hydrostatic pressure test, aging test, permeability test, immersion test, stress cracking test, corrosion resistance test, heat resistance test shall be performed on the container to meet the requirements prescribed.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification establishes nationally recognized performance requirements common to both kerosene and diesel portable containers for reuse by the consumer. Only color and marking are differentiated. The test medium specified for chemical resistance is kerosene due to the more aggressive nature of kerosene on elastomers and other materials of construction.

1.2 This specification does not include single-trip pre-packaged containers.

1.3 This standard is not a fire risk assessment standard, or a fire test standard, but a specification for portable kerosene containers for consumer use.

1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 7, 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. Additional precautionary information is given in Section 6.

2. Referenced Documents

ASTM Standards
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
D2561 Test Method for Environmental Stress-Crack Resistance of Blow-Molded Polyethylene Containers
D2565 Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Outdoor Applications
D3435 Specification for Plastic Containers (Jerry Cans) for Petroleum Products
D3699 Specification for Kerosine
D471 Test Method for Rubber Property--Effect of Liquids
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D794 Practice for Determining Permanent Effect of Heat on Plastics
D975 Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils
D999 Test Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers
F2234 Specification for Spill Resistant Fueling Systems for Portable Fuel Containers for Consumer Use
F926 Specification for Cautionary Labeling of Portable Kerosine and Diesel Containers for Consumer Use
G23 Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
ANSI Standard
B71.1b1977 Supplement to Safety Specifications for Power Lawn Mowers, Lawn and Garden Tractors, and Lawn Tractors

Index Terms

diesel containers; diesel storage; flammable liquids containers, portable; kerosene containers; kerosene storage; Automotive materials/applications--specifications; Consumer safety specifications; Containers--kerosine (specifications); Diesel engine fuel oils--specifications; Health hazards; Kerosine--specifications; Petroleum products--specifications; ICS Number Code 55.140 (Barrels. Drums. Canisters)

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