ASTM F1566-99

Standard Test Methods for Evaluation of Innersprings and Boxsprings

SCOPE
1.1 These test methods cover nationally recognized methods for testing mattress innersprings and boxsprings to ensure uniformity of results.
1.2 These test methods are applicable to unupholstered units and are not applicable to finished upholstered mattresses or boxsprings.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 09-Sep-1999
• ICS: 97.140 - Furniture
• Technical Committee: F15 - Consumer Products
• Drafting Committee: F15.32 - Innersprings and Boxsprings

Relations

• Replaced By: ASTM F1566-99(2004) - Standard Test Methods for Evaluation of Innersprings and Boxsprings
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2004
• Referred By: ASTM F1085-19 - Standard Specification for Mattress and Box Springs for Use in Berths in Marine Vessels
• Effective Date: 10-Sep-1999

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F 1566 – 99
Standard Test Methods for
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Evaluation of Innersprings and Boxsprings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 1566; 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 3.1.3 contract units, n—a term used to indicate units mar-
keted in large quantities, usually by contract, to quantity users,
1.1 These test methods cover nationally recognized methods
that is, hotel, motel, institutional, etc.
for testing mattress innersprings and boxsprings to ensure
3.1.4 innerspring unit, n—an interconnection of wire spring
uniformity of results.
elements other than mounting on a frame that forms a single
1.2 These test methods are applicable to unupholstered
unit that can be incorporated into a mattress.
innersprings and boxsprings only and are not applicable to
3.1.5 mattress, innerspring, n—any mattress containing an
finished upholstered mattresses or boxsprings. Any conclusions
innerspring unit.
covering such items are outside the scope of these test
3.1.6 posturized innerspring, n—an innerspring assembly
methods.
with the center third having a higher coil density or larger wire
1.3 The durability test (Section 7), impact test (Section 8)
gage.
and firmness retention test (Section 9) require the use of an
upholstered innerspring or boxspring, or both. A standardized
4. Significance and Use
upholstery is specified in each case.
4.1 Four separate test methods are outlined for use in
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
evaluation of mattress innerspring or boxspring units, or both.
as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for
4.2 These test methods include measurements of firmness,
information only.
firmness retention, durability, effect of impact, etc.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
4.3 One or more of the test methods shall be used separately
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
or in combination to provide for appropriate evaluations.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
5. Conditioning
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
5.1 Prior to testing, condition units for at least8hat23 6
5°C in accordance with Test Method D 648.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
6. Firmness Rating
D 648 Test Method for Deflection Temperature of Plastics
6.1 Specimen—The unit to be tested is an unupholstered
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Under Flexural Load
3 mattress innerspring or boxspring unit.
E 4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
6.2 Apparatus:
3. Terminology 6.2.1 Platen—The platen shall be a round aluminum disk
weighing 8 6 0.2 lb (3.6 6 0.1 kg) with a diameter of 13.54
3.1 Definitions:
6 0.2 in. (344 6 5 mm) connected to the loading mechanism
3.1.1 boxspring unit, n—a foundation for the mattress
with a flexible connection (see Fig. 1).
consisting of wire spring elements mounted on a frame.
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6.2.2 Loading Mechanism —A device capable of providing
3.1.2 boxspring, upholstered, n—a foundation for the mat-
a load of 300 lbf (1335 N) or more with accuracy of 61%.
tress consisting of wire spring elements mounted on a frame,
6.2.3 Deflection Device—For use in determining deflection,
generally upholstered and covered on top and sides with
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that is, ruler or electronic device accurate to ⁄32 in. (1 mm).
ticking, and bottom with a dust cover.
6.3 Test Procedure:
6.3.1 Place specimen directly onto a rigid, flat surface.
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F-15 on 6.3.2 Run tests at four separate locations as shown in Fig. 2;
Consumer Products and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F15.32 on
Location 5 being optional.
Innersprings and Boxsprings.
Current edition approved Sept. 10, 1999. Published December 1999. Originally
published as F 1566 – 94. Last previous edition F 1566 – 94.
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 08.01.
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 03.01. See Practices E 4 for calibration techniques.
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F 1566
diameter, tempered steel spring wire boxspring unit shall be the
standard foundation construction.
7.1.2 The border wire on the innerspring and boxspring
units shall be a minimum of 6-gage, 0.192-in. (4.9-mm)
diameter.
7.1.3 The test upholstery for the innerspring mattress will be
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a 1.85 6 0.15 oz/ft (565 6 45 g/m ) synthetic fiber pad
primary insulation layer positioned next to the subjec
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