ASTM F1826-00
(Specification)Standard Specification for Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools
Standard Specification for Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools
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1.1 This specification covers mechanical and electrical testing and acceptance criteria for telescoping live line tools.
1.1.1 A tool designed only for use as a measuring device need not comply with mechanical strength requirements of this specification.
1.2 The use and maintenance of this equipment is beyond the scope of this specification.
1.3 this specification does not cover multiple section measuring sticks or extendable section clampsticks.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The inch-pound units given in parentheses are provided for information only.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains to Section 9 only. 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.
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Designation: F 1826 – 00
Standard Specification for
Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 1826; 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 (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers mechanical and electrical test-
ing and acceptance criteria for telescoping live line tools.
1.1.1 A tool designed only for use as a measuring device
need not comply with mechanical strength requirements of this
specification.
1.2 The use and maintenance of this equipment is beyond
the scope of this specification.
1.3 This specification does not cover multiple section or
FIG. 1 Horizontal Test Set-Up
extendable section clampsticks.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
3.2.3 dimensional check, n—measurements made to verify
standard. The inch-pound units given in parentheses are
that a product complies with the dimension stated by the
provided for information only.
manufacturer.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains to Section
3.2.4 hydrophobic, adj—lacking affinity for water.
9 only. This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.2.5 routine test, n—a type of test made regularly on
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
production material.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.2.6 telescoping live line tool, n—an extendable multiple
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
section FRP tool designed to carry an attachment to perform
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
mechanical tasks.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D 149 Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage and
Dielectric Strength of Solid Electrical Insulating Materials
at Commercial Power Frequencies
F 819 Definitions of Terms Relating to Electrical Protective
Equipment for Workers
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions— Terminology used in this specification is
in accordance with Definitions F 819.
FIG. 2 Position of Stick Prior to Release for Free Fall Test
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.2.1 acceptance test, n—one made at the option of the
purchaser to verify that a product meets design criteria.
3.2.2 design test, n—one made on a sample treated as
representative of an industrial product. These tests generally
will not be repeated in quantity production.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F18 on
Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F18.35 on Tools and Equipment.
Current edition approved Sept. 10, 2000. Published October 2000. Originally
published as F 1826–97. Last previous edition F 1826–97.
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 10.01. FIG. 3 Block Edge of Telescoping Stick to Obtain Correct 30.48
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 10.03. cm (12 in.) Centerline to Centerline Measurement
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7.2 Routine Test— Perform the test on all pieces delivered
to the purchaser.
7.3 Acceptance Tests— A test made at the option of the
purchaser.
8. Tests to Be Conducted
8.1 Mechanical:
Test Type
Visual Routine/Acceptance
Dimensional Design/Acceptance
Horizontal Bending Deflection Design
Free Fall Impact Design
Tension Design
Vertical Deflection Design
8.2 Electrical:
Test Type
Leakage Current Design
Withstand Routine/Acceptance
9. Mechanical Test Methods
9.1 Visual Inspection—In accordance with the manufactur-
NOTE 1—For details of Fig. 4, see Figs. 5-10.
er’s recommendation, a visual inspection shall be made to
FIG. 4 Typical AC Test Set-Up
detect constructional defects, for example, evidence of faulty
bonding between fibers and resin, air bubbles, foreign bodies,
3.2.7 telescoping measuring tool, n—an extendable mul-
or particles. Check all operational components for fit and
tiple section FRP tool designed only to measure vertical
function.
heights.
9.2 Dimensional Values—The manufacturer, upon request
3.2.8 visual inspection, n—a visual check made to detect
by the purchaser, shall furnish product dimensional values to
manufacturing defects.
the customer.
9.3 Mechanical Tests:
4. Significance and Use
9.3.1 Horizontal Bending Deflection Tests—When extended
4.1 This specification shall be used for design, routine, and
to the maximum length, a telescoping live line tool shall be
acceptance testing of live line and measuring telescoping tools.
placed horizontally in a testing device as shown in Fig. 1.
9.3.1.1 The distance between supports is 1.01 m (40 in.).
5. Ordering Information
Support B serves only as a fulcrum and can be a cradle to mate
5.1 Include the following information when ordering tele-
with the pole diameter of the location.
scoping live line or measuring tools, or both:
9.3.1.2 With telescoping live line tool fully extended and no
5.1.1 Quantity.
weight added, the deflection shall not exceed the values
5.1.2 Catalog number.
specified in Table 1.
NOTE 1—Live line tools may also be designed as a measuring tool.
5.1.3 Tested to meet ASTM Specification F 1826 design
tests.
6. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
6.1 The external and internal surfaces shall have hydropho-
bic abilities.
6.2 The external and internal surfaces shall be free of any
abrasions, scratches, blemishes and surface defects that may
capture an impurity and impair the dielectric integrity of the
product.
6.3 After a finish coating, such as paint, has been applied,
the material shall meet all physical, electrical, and mechanical
properties.
6.4 Measuring units on telescoping tools shall be readable
and clearly legible on all sections designed for measuring.
7. Sampling
7.1 Design Test— Perform the test on a minimum of three
samples. The design test will be used to qualify a specific item
and normally will not be repeated during production. FIG. 5 Assembly Detail
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FIG. 8 Brass Electrode Detail
FIG. 6 Electrode Detail
vertically. The bottom of the tool shall be located 61 cm (24
in.) above a concrete or like surface. When released, the
downward movement of the tool shall not be restricted or
slowed.Thetoolshallnotcollapseorrevealsignificantsignsof
damage to the lock devices and shall display no sign of
cracking of the FRP tubes. See Fig. 2.
9.3.3 Tension Test—When extended to the maximum
length,atelescopinglivelinetoolshallwithstandatensileload
of136.36kg(300lb)alongitsaxisfor10minwithoutdamage.
The tool shall not elongate or show any sign of deterioration.
9.3.4 Vertical Deflection Test—The telescoping live line
tool shall be placed vertically in a testing device such that the
bottom section can be tilted. See Fig. 3. The tilt shall be 30.48
cm (12 in.) from vertical at 152 cm (60 in.) from the bottom of
thetool.Withoutadditionalrestraint,thedeflection Datthetop
of the fully extended tool shall not exceed the values given in
Table 2.
10. Electrical Design Test Specimen Preparation
10.1 Three telescoping tools shall each have a specimen cut
from each telescoping section. Each specimen shall be 300 mm
(12 in.) in length.
10.2 Conditioning Prior to Electrical Tests:
10.2.1 Prior to the first or initial electrical test, the sample
FIG. 7 Electrode Cap Detail
shall be cleaned inside and out with a suitable solvent, as
recommended by the manufacturer, specifically a solvent that
9.3.1.3 With telescoping live line tool fully extended, attach neither destroys the materials from which the tube is made nor
an external load of 2.27 kg (5 lb) to the load end. See Fig. 1. leaves any residue on the surface of the sample.
The deflection shall not exceed the values specified in Table 1. 10.2.2 All tests shall be made before and after exposure to
9.3.2 Free Fall Impact Test—The telescoping tool shall be moisture c
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