ASTM F626-14(2019)

Standard Specification for Fence Fittings

ABSTRACT
This specification covers the materials, coating requirements, and inspection of the following fence accessories that are used for chain-link fences: post and line caps; rail and brace ends; top rail sleeves; tie wires, clips, and fasteners; tension and brace bands; tension bars; truss rod assembly; barbed wire arms; color coating of fittings; and fitting size terminology.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the materials, coating requirements, and inspection of fence accessories for chain-link fence for the following:  
1.1.1 Post and line caps,  
1.1.2 Rail and brace ends,  
1.1.3 Top rail sleeves,  
1.1.4 Tie wires, clips, and fasteners,  
1.1.5 Tension and brace bands,  
1.1.6 Tension bars,  
1.1.7 Truss rod assembly,  
1.1.8 Barbed wire arms,  
1.1.9 Color coating of fittings, and  
1.1.10 Fitting size terminology.  
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 international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2019
• ICS: 23.040.40 - Metal fittings
• ICS: 91.090 - External structures
• Technical Committee: F14 - Fences
• Drafting Committee: F14.40 - Chain Link Fence and Wire Accessories

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F626 − 14 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Specification for
Fence Fittings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F626; 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 B26/B26M Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Sand Cast-
ings
1.1 This specification covers the materials, coating
B85 Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Die Castings
requirements, and inspection of fence accessories for chain-
B108 Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Permanent Mold
link fence for the following:
Castings
1.1.1 Post and line caps,
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
1.1.2 Rail and brace ends,
B209 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
1.1.3 Top rail sleeves,
Sheet and Plate
1.1.4 Tie wires, clips, and fasteners,
B209M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
1.1.5 Tension and brace bands,
Sheet and Plate (Metric)
1.1.6 Tension bars,
B211 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
1.1.7 Truss rod assembly,
Rolled or Cold-Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire (Metric)
1.1.8 Barbed wire arms,
B0211_B0211M
1.1.9 Color coating of fittings, and
B211M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
1.1.10 Fitting size terminology.
Rolled or Cold-Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire (Metric)
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
(Withdrawn 2019)
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
B221 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Ex-
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
truded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes
and are not considered standard.
B221M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes (Metric)
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- B429/B429M Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Structural Pipe and Tube (Withdrawn 2019)
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
B800 Specification for 8000 Series Aluminum Alloy Wire
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical for Electrical Purposes—Annealed and Intermediate Tem-
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
pers
F552 Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
2. Referenced Documents
F567 Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
F668 Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyolefin
2.1 ASTM Standards:
and Other Polymer-Coated Steel Chain Link Fence Fabric
A641/A641M Specification for Zinc–Coated (Galvanized)
F934 Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated
Carbon Steel Wire
Chain Link Fence Materials
A809 Specification for Aluminum-Coated (Aluminized)
2.2 U.S. Government Standard:
Carbon Steel Wire
MIL-R-60346-C Roving, Glass, Fibrous (For Prepreg Tape
A817 Specification for Metallic-Coated Steel Wire for
and Roving, Filament Winding, and Pultrusion Applica-
Chain-Link Fence Fabric and Marcelled Tension Wire
tions)
3. Post and Line Caps
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F14 on Fences
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F14.40 on Chain Link Fence and
3.1 Post and line caps shall be fabricated from pressed steel
Wire Accessories.
or cast iron and hot-dip galvanized with a minimum of
Current edition approved May 1, 2019. Published June 2019. Originally
approved in 1979. Last previous edition approved in 2014 as F626 – 14. DOI:
10.1520/F0626-14R19.
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1.2 oz ⁄ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface area, or from (1) A minimum of 0.90 oz/ft (270 g/m ) of zinc in
aluminum alloy 360.0 conforming to die cast Specification accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A
B85, or sand cast or permanent mold alloy 356.0 or 713.0 coating.
2 2
conforming to Specification B26/B26M or B108. (2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in
accordance with Specification A809.
3.2 Post and line caps shall be designed to fit snugly over
posts and exclude moisture from inside when tubular posts are
NOTE 1—Heavier zinc coatings than those listed in 6.1.1.1 (1) and
6.1.1.2 (1) may be specified if desired, to match the minimum zinc coating
used.
specified for the fence fabric.
4. Rail and Brace Ends 6.1.1.3 Nine-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in. (3.76 6 0.125-mm))
or (6-gage 0.192 6 0.005-in. (4.88 6 0.125-mm)) aluminum
4.1 Rail and brace ends, when required, shall be fabricated
Alloy 1350-H19 or approved equal.
from pressed steel or cast iron, and hot-dip galvanized with a
2 2 6.1.2 High-Security Round Wire Ties shall be one of the
minimum of 1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface
following, as selected by the purchaser:
area, or from aluminum alloy 360.0 (see Specification B85), or
6.1.2.1 Power-Fastened Preformed Metallic Coated Steel
alloy 356.0 or 713.0 (see Specification B26/B26M or Specifi-
Round Wire Ties, preformed to the size of the rail or post and
cation B108).
of a sufficient length to be installed according to Practice F567.
4.2 Rail and brace ends, or other approved means of
Power-fastened round wire ties shall be 9-gage (0.148 6
connection, shall be provided when top rail or brace are
0.005-in. (3.76 6 0.125-mm)) or, for added security, 6-gage
required.
(0.192 6 0.005-in. (4.88 6 0.125-mm)) steel with a tensile
strength range from 65 to 75 ksi. Specify one of the following
5. Top Rail Sleeves
coatings:
2 2
(1) A minimum of 2.00 oz/ft (600 g/m ) of zinc for 6-gage
5.1 Top rail sleeves shall be fabricated from pressed steel or
2 2
or 1.80 oz/ft (540 g/m ) of zinc for 9-gage in accordance with
round steel tubing and hot-dip galvanized with a minimum of
2 2
Specification A641 (A641M), Class B coating.
1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface area, or from
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum for
aluminum alloy 6063-T6 (see Specification B221, B221M or
6-gage or 9-gage in accordance with Specification A809.
Specification B429/B429M).
6.1.2.2 Straight, Manually Fastened Coated Steel Round
5.2 Rail sleeve material shall be a minimum of 0.051 in.
Wire Ties, of sufficient length to be installed according to
(1.3 mm) in thickness if steel, or a minimum of 0.062 in.
Practice F567. Wire ties shall be 9-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in.
(1.8 mm) in thickness if aluminum alloy, and a minimum of
(3.76 6 0.125-mm)) steel, “soft/blendable,” having a tensile
6 in. (152.4 mm) in length.
strength range from 55 to 65 ksi. Specify one of the following
5.3 The rail sleeve must be fabricated to prevent movement
coatings:
2 2
along the rail.
(1) A minimum of 1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc in accor-
dance with Specification A817, Type 2, Class 1.
2 2
6. Tie Wires and Clips
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in
accordance with Specification A809.
6.1 Ties for attaching chain-link fabric to round tubular or
6.1.3 Interlocking Preformed Flat Aluminum Band Ties,
rectangular roll-formed horizontal rails and intermediate posts
preformed to the radius of the rail or post and configurated to
shall be one of the following systems, as selected by the
wrap a full 360° around the rail or post and one picket of the
purchaser:
chain-link fabric. The ends of the tie shall be preformed in such
6.1.1 Standard Straight, Preformed Hook or Pigtail Round
a manner that they will interlock and flatten down into a double
Wire having a preformed hook or pigtail at one end, shall be
closed loop against the rail or post. Interlocking flat wire ties
designed of sufficient length to comply with the installation
shall be fabricated from 0.0625 by 0.375-in. (1.59 by 9.53-mm)
practice within Practice F567. Galvanized steel or aluminum
flat aluminum Alloy 5052-H32 wire with a tolerance of 60.005
round wire ties shall be “soft/bendable” so that during the
in. (61.25 mm).
installation of the tie the tie wire coating or chain link fabric
6.1.4 Powder-Driven Fasteners, consisting of a knurled pin
coating is not damaged by cutting through to the bare steel.
of carbon steel, heat treated to a hardness of RC 52–56 and a
Specify one of the following materials.
minimum tensile strength of 240 000 psi (1655 MPa). Finish
6.1.1.1 Twelve-gage (0.106 6 0.004-in. (2.69 6 0.10-mm))
shall be zinc electroplating of 0.0003-in. (0.0076-mm) mini-
steel with a tensile strength range from 55 to 65 ksi and with
mum thickness, evaluated for corrosion resistance for 72
one of the following coatings, as selected by the purchaser:
2 2 consecutive hours with no signs of rust or corrosion when
(1) A minimum of 0.80 oz/ft (230 g/m ) of zinc in
tested in accordance with Practice B117. Cap shall be Type 304
accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A
stainless steel ⁄32 in. (2.38 mm) thick. For 9-gage or 11-gage
coating.
2 2 fabric other than ⁄8-in. (9.53-mm) mesh, the pin shall be 1 in.
(2) A minimum of 0.35 oz/ft (107 g/m ) of aluminum in
(25.4 mm) long. For ⁄8-in. mesh and 6-gage fabric, the pin
accordance with Specification A809.
shall be 1 ⁄4 in. (31.75 m
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Designation: F626 − 14 F626 − 14 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Specification for
Fence Fittings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F626; 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 specification covers the materials, coating requirements, and inspection of fence accessories for chain-link fence for
the following:
1.1.1 Post and line caps,
1.1.2 Rail and brace ends,
1.1.3 Top rail sleeves,
1.1.4 Tie wires, clips, and fasteners,
1.1.5 Tension and brace bands,
1.1.6 Tension bars,
1.1.7 Truss rod assembly,
1.1.8 Barbed wire arms,
1.1.9 Color coating of fittings, and
1.1.10 Fitting size terminology.
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 international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
A641/A641M Specification for Zinc–Coated (Galvanized) Carbon Steel Wire
A809 Specification for Aluminum-Coated (Aluminized) Carbon Steel Wire
A817 Specification for Metallic-Coated Steel Wire for Chain-Link Fence Fabric and Marcelled Tension Wire
B26/B26M Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Sand Castings
B85 Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Die Castings
B108 Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Permanent Mold Castings
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
B209 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate
B209M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate (Metric)
B211 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Rolled or Cold-Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire (Metric) B0211_B0211M
B211M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Rolled or Cold-Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire (Metric) (Withdrawn
2019)
B221 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes
B221M Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes (Metric)
B429/B429M Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Structural Pipe and Tube (Withdrawn 2019)
B800 Specification for 8000 Series Aluminum Alloy Wire for Electrical Purposes—Annealed and Intermediate Tempers
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F14 on Fences and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F14.40 on Chain Link Fence and Wire
Accessories.
Current edition approved April 1, 2014May 1, 2019. Published April 2014June 2019. Originally approved in 1979. Last previous edition approved in 20132014 as
F626 - 08F626 – 14.(2013). DOI: 10.1520/F0626-14.10.1520/F0626-14R19.
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.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
F626 − 14 (2019)
F552 Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
F567 Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
F668 Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyolefin and Other Polymer-Coated Steel Chain Link Fence Fabric
F934 Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated Chain Link Fence Materials
2.2 U.S. Government Standard:
MIL-R-60346-C Roving, Glass, Fibrous (For Prepreg Tape and Roving, Filament Winding, and Pultrusion Applications)
3. Post and Line Caps
3.1 Post and line caps shall be fabricated from pressed steel or cast iron and hot-dip galvanized with a minimum of 1.2
1.2 oz oz/ft⁄ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface area, or from aluminum alloy 360.0 conforming to die cast Specification B85,
or sand cast or permanent mold alloy 356.0 or 713.0 conforming to Specification B26/B26M or B108.
3.2 Post and line caps shall be designed to fit snugly over posts and exclude moisture from inside when tubular posts are used.
4. Rail and Brace Ends
4.1 Rail and brace ends, when required, shall be fabricated from pressed steel or cast iron, and hot-dip galvanized with a
2 2
minimum of 1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface area, or from aluminum alloy 360.0 (see Specification B85), or alloy
356.0 or 713.0 (see Specification B26/B26M or Specification B108).
4.2 Rail and brace ends, or other approved means of connection, shall be provided when top rail or brace are required.
5. Top Rail Sleeves
5.1 Top rail sleeves shall be fabricated from pressed steel or round steel tubing and hot-dip galvanized with a minimum of 1.2
2 2
oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc coating of surface area, or from aluminum alloy 6063-T6 (see Specification B221, B221M or Specification
B429/B429M).
5.2 Rail sleeve material shall be a minimum of 0.051 in. (1.3 mm) 0.051 in. (1.3 mm) in thickness if steel, or a minimum of
0.062 in. (1.8 mm) 0.062 in. (1.8 mm) in thickness if aluminum alloy, and a minimum of 6 in. (152.4 mm) 6 in. (152.4 mm) in
length.
5.3 The rail sleeve must be fabricated to prevent movement along the rail.
6. Tie Wires and Clips
6.1 Ties for attaching chain-link fabric to round tubular or rectangular roll-formed horizontal rails and intermediate posts shall
be one of the following systems, as selected by the purchaser:
6.1.1 Standard Straight, Preformed Hook or Pigtail Round Wire having a preformed hook or pigtail at one end, shall be designed
of sufficient length to comply with the installation practice within Practice F567. Galvanized steel or aluminum round wire ties
shall be “soft/bendable” so that during the installation of the tie the tie wire coating or chain link fabric coating is not damaged
by cutting through to the bare steel. Specify one of the following materials.
6.1.1.1 Twelve-gage (0.106 6 0.004-in. (2.69 6 0.10-mm)) steel with a tensile strength range from 55 to 65 ksi and with one
of the following coatings, as selected by the purchaser:
2 2
(1) A minimum of 0.80 oz/ft (230 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A coating.
2 2
(1) A minimum of 0.80 oz/ft (230 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A coating.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.35 oz/ft (107 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.35 oz/ft (107 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
6.1.1.2 Nine-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in. (3.76 6 0.10-mm)) steel with a tensile strength range from 55 to 65 ksi and with one of
the following coatings, as selected by the purchaser:
2 2
(1) A minimum of 0.90 oz/ft (270 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A coating.
2 2
(1) A minimum of 0.90 oz/ft (270 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A641 (A641M), Class 3 or A coating.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
NOTE 1—Heavier zinc coatings than those listed in 6.1.1.1 (1) and 6.1.1.2 (1) may be specified if desired, to match the minimum zinc coating specified
for the fence fabric.
6.1.1.3 Nine-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in. (3.76 6 0.125-mm)) or (6-gage 0.192 6 0.005-in. (4.88 6 0.125-mm)) aluminum Alloy
1350-H19 or approved equal.
6.1.2 High-Security Round Wire Ties shall be one of the following, as selected by the purchaser:
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6.1.2.1 Power-Fastened Preformed Metallic Coated Steel Round Wire Ties, preformed to the size of the rail or post and of a
sufficient length to be installed according to Practice F567. Power-fastened round wire ties shall be 9-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in. (3.76
6 0.125-mm)) or, for added security, 6-gage (0.192 6 0.005-in. (4.88 6 0.125-mm)) steel with a tensile strength range from 65
to 75 ksi. Specify one of the following coatings:
2 2 2 2
(1) A minimum of 2.00 oz/ft (600 g/m ) of zinc for 6-gage or 1.80 oz/ft (540 g/m ) of zinc for 9-gage in accordance with
Specification A641 (A641M), Class B coating.
2 2 2 2
(1) A minimum of 2.00 oz/ft (600 g/m ) of zinc for 6-gage or 1.80 oz/ft (540 g/m ) of zinc for 9-gage in accordance with
Specification A641 (A641M), Class B coating.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum for 6-gage or 9-gage in accordance with Specification A809.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum for 6-gage or 9-gage in accordance with Specification A809.
6.1.2.2 Straight, Manually Fastened Coated Steel Round Wire Ties, of sufficient length to be installed according to Practice
F567. Wire ties shall be 9-gage (0.148 6 0.005-in. (3.76 6 0.125-mm)) steel, “soft/blendable,” having a tensile strength range from
55 to 65 ksi. Specify one of the following coatings:
2 2
(1) A minimum of 1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A817, Type 2, Class 1.
2 2
(1) A minimum of 1.2 oz/ft (366 g/m ) of zinc in accordance with Specification A817, Type 2, Class 1.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
2 2
(2) A minimum of 0.40 oz/ft (122 g/m ) of aluminum in accordance with Specification A809.
6.1.3 Interlocking Preformed Flat Aluminum Band Ties, preformed to the radius of the rail or post and configurated to wrap a
full 360° around the rail or post and one picket of the chain-link fabric. The ends of the tie shall be preformed in such a manner
that they will
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