ASTM F2128-13

Standard Test Method for Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method is intended for quality assurance and production control purposes with recognition that individual usage will vary considerably. This test method is not intended to be an independent material or product-acceptance test.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer's rated capacity.  
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.3 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.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2013
• ICS: 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.18 - Treestands

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F2128 − 13 An American National Standard
Standard Test Method for
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Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2128; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.2.4 ladder treestand—atreestandthatissecuredtothetree
at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining
treestand can be secured to the tree at other locations and has
the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to
steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer’s rated
3.2.5 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—a
capacity.
treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
used. (The user usually ascends the tree by some means and
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
use.)
and are not considered standard.
3.2.6 platform—the horizontal structural area of a treestand
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
on which the user stands or places his feet, or both.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.2.7 treestand—a device designed to be affixed to a tree or
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
its branches so as to permit an individual to sit or stand thereon
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
for the purpose of attaining an elevated position from which to
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
observe, photograph or hunt.
2. Referenced Documents
3.2.8 two person treestand—a ladder or hang-on treestand
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
designed and marketed for use by two persons simultaneously.
F2124 Practice for Testing Treestand Ladder, Tripod Stand
and Climbing Stick Load Capacity
4. Summary of Test Method
3. Terminology
4.1 A treestand is mounted so that its platform is perpen-
dicular to a rigid wood or metal pole when the rate load
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced docu-
capacity is applied parallel to the mounting pole. The load is
ments are applicable to this practice.
applied vertically and is guided so that it is applied at the
3.2 Definitions:
locations applied when ascending or descending a tree on the
3.2.1 backbar or V-bar—the adjustable component of a
treestand. In the case of a ladder treestand or tripod, the load is
climbing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to
applied to the rungs of the ladder or tripod. The test subject is
provide support. The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
noted after a certain number of loading cycles, by means of a
3.2.2 climbing treestand—a treestand that provides both the
thorough visual inspection, to determine if any structural
means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a
damage such as yielding or cracking, or both, has occurred.
desired elevation.
4.2 Stand up-sit down two-piece climbers—both seat and
3.2.3 handclimber, or climbing aid—a device to assist
foot sections may be tested at the same time.
climbing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the
user to support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand
5. Significance and Use
with his legs.
5.1 This test method is intended for quality assurance and
production control purposes with recognition that individual
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
usage will vary considerably. This test method is not intended
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.18 on Treestands.
to be an independent material or product-acceptance test.
Current edition approved May 1, 2013. Published May 2013. Originally
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2128 – 09. DOI:
6. Apparatus
10.1520/F2128-13.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
6.1 Arigid, round wood or metal pole, preferably vertical, is
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
used to mount the subject product such that pole deflection is
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. minimized.
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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: F2128 − 09 F2128 − 13 An American National Standard
Standard Test Method for
1
Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2128; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to
withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer’s rated capacity.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F2124 Practice for Testing Treestand Ladder, Tripod Stand and Climbing Stick Load Capacity
3. Terminology
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced documents are applicable to this practice.
3.2 Definitions:
3.2.1 backbar or V-bar—the adjustable component of a climbing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to provide
support. The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
3.2.2 climbing treestand—a treestand that provides both the means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a desired
elevation.
3.2.3 handclimber, or climbing aid—a device to assist climbing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the user to
support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand with his legs.
3.2.4 ladder treestand—a treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder treestand
can be secured to the tree at other locations and has steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
3.2.5 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—a treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is used.
(The user usually ascends the tree by some means and then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for use.)
3.2.6 platform—the horizontal structural area of a treestand on which the user stands or places his feet, or both.
3.2.7 treestand—a device designed to be affixed to a tree or its branches so as to permit an individual to sit or stand thereon
for the purpose of attaining an elevated position from which to observe, photograph or hunt.
3.2.8 two person treestand—a ladder or hang-on treestand designed and marketed for use by two persons simultaneously.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 A treestand is mounted so that its platform is perpendicular to a rigid wood or metal pole when the rate load capacity is
applied parallel to the mounting pole. The load is applied vertically and is guided so that it is applied at the locations applied when
ascending or descending a tree on the treestand. The test subject is noted after a certain number of loading cycles, by means of
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F08.16 on Archery Products.
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2009May 1, 2013. Published October 2009May 2013. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 20052009 as
F2128 – 05.F2128 – 09. DOI: 10.1520/F2128-09.10.1520/F2128-13.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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a thorough visual inspection, to determine if any structural damage such as yielding or cracking, or both, has occurred. In the case
of a ladder treestand or tripod, the load is applied to the rungs of the ladder or tripod. The test subject is noted after a certain number
of loading cycles, by means of a thorough visual inspection, to determine if any structu
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