ASTM F2125-05
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Treestand Static Stability
Standard Test Method for Treestand Static Stability
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1.1 This test method covers the determination of the static stability of treestands relative to the manufacturer's rated capacity.
1.2 The values stated are in inch-pound units and are to be regarded as 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.
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An American National Standard
Designation:F2125–05
Standard Test Method for
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Treestand Static Stability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 2125; 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 2.2.7 platform—horizontal structural area of a treestand on
which the user stands and/or places his feet.
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the static
2.2.8 treestand—device designed to be affixed to a tree or
stability and adherence of treestands relative to the manufac-
its branches so as to permit an individual to sit or stand thereon
turer’s rated capacity.
for the purpose of attaining an elevated position from which to
1.2 The values stated are in inch-pound units and are to be
observe, photograph or hunt.
regarded as standard.
2.2.9 tripod or tower stand—tripod or tower stand is con-
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
structed to be self-supporting and is not required to be secured
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
to a tree.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
3. Summary of Test Method
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
3.1 A climbing treestand is mounted so that its platform is
2. Terminology perpendiculartoarigidwoodormetalpolewhentheratedload
is applied parallel to the mounting pole, at selected points. A
2.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced docu-
fixed position or ladder stand shall be mounted with the
ments are applicable to this test method.
platform perpendicular to the mounting pole. A tripod stand
2.2 Definitions:
shall be positioned so that the platform is perpendicular to the
2.2.1 backbar or V-bar—adjustable component of a climb-
application of the load.Aclimbing stick shall be mounted such
ing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to provide
that the steps are perpendicular to the pole. The platform is
support. The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
equipped with deflection measurement devices. The load is
2.2.2 climbing stick—device used to assist climbing a tree
applied,inorder,attheselectedpointsandrecordingsaremade
primarily to a fixed position treestand. A structure that is
of the deflection at each point unless the test subject moves
secured to the tree and allows the user to support his weight
from its initial position or until permanent deflection from the
and climb to the desired height on the tree.
load occurs. During this test, the test subject will rotate, but
2.2.3 climbing treestand—treestand that provides both the
shall not slip or have permanent deformation.
means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a
3.2 In addition, for climbing treestands, only the test given
desired elevation.
in 3.1 is duplicated, except that the treestand platform is not
2.2.4 handclimber, or climbing aid—device to assist climb-
perpendicular to the mounting pole, but at an angle approxi-
ing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the user
mately15°,suchasthatusedinascendingordescendingatree.
to support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand with his
legs.
4. Significance and Use
2.2.5 ladder treestand—treestand that is secured to the tree
4.1 This test method is intended for quality assurance and
at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder
production control purposes. This test method is not intended
treestand may be secured to the tree at other locations and has
to be an independent material or product-acceptance test.
steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
2.2.6 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—
5. Apparatus
treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is
5.1 Arigid round wood or metal pole, preferably vertical, is
used. (The user usually ascends the tree by some means and
used to mount the subject product such that pole deflection is
then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for
minimized.
use.)
5.1.1 The mounting pole diameter shall be 10 in. (254 mm)
6 1 in. (2.54 mm).
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
5.2 The load shall be applied using either calibrated weights
Equipment and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.16 on
or a mechanical device in conjunction with a calibrated load
Archery Products.
cell.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2005. Published October 2005. Originally
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2001 as F 2125 – 01.
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