ASTM F1061-08(2020)

Standard Specification for Ski Binding Test Devices

ABSTRACT
This specification covers requirements for devices used to determine the release moments of ski equipment in retail sales and rental facilities; it is applicable to the manufacture, repair, and calibration of such devices. Classification: Type I-a device capable of indicating both positive and negative release moments (Mz); Type IA-a device type I with specified limits of linear displacement or angular deflection; Type IB-a type I device limited in use to a specified binding or group of bindings; Type II-a device capable of indicating both positive and negative release moments (My); Type IIA-a type II device with specified limits of linear displacement or angular deflection; Type IIB-a type II device limited in use to a specified binding or group of bindings; and Type III-a device other than type I or type II with specified capability. The test device shall be of a design such that when tested will meet the requirements prescribed. If the device is designed to indicate force, and a distance measurement is required to calculate the moment, the magnitude of the smallest increment of the distance measurement shall not be greater than 5 % of the shortest measurement anticipated.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers requirements for devices used to determine the release moments of ski equipment in retail sales and rental facilities.  
1.2 This specification is applicable to the manufacture, repair, and calibration of such devices.  
1.3 This specification is to be used with Test Method F1062.  
1.4 The values expressed in newton metres, newtons, and centimetres are to be regarded as the standard.  
1.5 The values expressed in units of torque may be converted to the appropriate force values when devices that indicate force are used.  
1.6 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: Published
• Publication Date: 29-Feb-2020
• ICS: 97.220.20 - Winter sports equipment
• Technical Committee: F27 - Snow and Water Sports
• Drafting Committee: F27.10 - Binding Test Procedures

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F1061-08(2013) - Standard Specification for Ski Binding Test Devices
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2020
• Refers: ASTM E456-13a(2022)e1 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2022
• Refers: ASTM F939-19 - Standard Practice for Selection of Release Torque Values for Alpine Ski Bindings
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2019
• Refers: ASTM F1062-97(2018) - Standard Test Method for Verification of Ski Binding Test Devices
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2018
• Refers: ASTM F939-18 - Standard Practice for Selection of Release Torque Values for Alpine Ski Bindings
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2018
• Refers: ASTM E456-13A(2017)e3 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2017
• Refers: ASTM E456-13A(2017)e1 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2017
• Refers: ASTM F1063-09(2014) - Standard Practice for Functional Inspections and Adjustments of Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2014
• Refers: ASTM E456-13ae1 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM E456-13a - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM E456-13ae2 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM E456-13ae3 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM E456-13 - Standard Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• Effective Date: 15-Aug-2013
• Refers: ASTM F1062-97(2013) - Standard Test Method for Verification of Ski Binding Test Devices
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2013
• Refers: ASTM F939-12 - Standard Practice for Selection of Release Torque Values for Alpine Ski Bindings
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2012

Overview

ASTM F1061-08(2020): Standard Specification for Ski Binding Test Devices defines the essential requirements for devices used to determine the release moments of ski bindings. These devices are crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of ski equipment in retail sales and rental facilities. This specification addresses the manufacture, repair, and calibration of ski binding test devices, aligning with international best practices and recognized standardization principles, including those established by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Key Topics

• Device Classification:
  Test devices are categorized into several types according to their function and operational capability:

  • Type I: Indicates both positive and negative release moments (Mz)
    • Type IA: With specific limits on linear displacement or angular deflection
    • Type IB: Limited use for certain bindings or binding groups
  • Type II: Indicates both positive and negative release moments (My)
    • Type IIA: With specified limits on linear displacement or angular deflection
    • Type IIB: Limited to specific bindings or groups
  • Type III: Devices with other specified capabilities, not covered by Type I or II

• Performance and Calibration:
  All devices must meet strict requirements for accuracy, repeatability, and calibration. The smallest increment for force or distance measurement should not exceed 5% of the minimum anticipated value. Regular calibration using ASTM F1062 is mandatory, with traceability to standard reference bindings.

• Labeling and Instructions:
  Each device must be clearly labeled with the manufacturer’s details, model, classification, recommended operating range, limitations, correction factors, and calibration date. Comprehensive instructions must accompany each device, including operation, limitations, maintenance, and calibration requirements.

• Terminology and Measurements:
  Values are expressed in newton metres, newtons, and centimetres. Torque values may be converted to force units if the device measures force. Consistent terminology is essential, as defined in related ASTM standards.

Applications

• Retail and Rental Facilities:
  Ski shops and rental centers use binding test devices to ensure each ski binding releases correctly, minimizing injury risk for users.

• Manufacturing and Repair:
  Manufacturers rely on these standards during the production and quality control of test devices, ensuring their products support accurate verification and calibration.

• Calibration Services:
  Technical service providers use these specifications for periodic calibration of ski binding test devices, sustaining measurement accuracy over time.

• Compliance and Safety Audits:
  Test devices compliant with ASTM F1061 help facilities meet safety and performance requirements during inspections and audits.

Related Standards

• ASTM F1062 - Test Method for Verification of Ski Binding Test Devices
• ASTM F1063 - Practice for Functional Inspections and Adjustments of Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems
• ASTM F1064 - Practice for Sampling and Inspection of Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems in Rental Applications
• ASTM E456 - Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
• ASTM F504 - Test Method for Measuring the Quasi-Static Release Moments of Alpine Ski Bindings
• ASTM F939 - Practice for Selection of Release Torque Values for Alpine Ski Bindings
• ISO 8061 - Method for the Selection of Release Torque Values

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ASTM F1061-08(2020) is a critical standard for ski safety, providing a reliable framework for evaluating, calibrating, and labeling ski binding test devices. Adherence to this standard enables manufacturers, retailers, and rental facilities to offer safer ski equipment while supporting international harmonization and consistent quality in ski binding testing.

Standards Content (Sample)

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.
Designation: F1061 −08 (Reapproved 2020)
Standard Specification for
Ski Binding Test Devices
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1061; 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.
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this specification is to aid in the selection of ski binding test devices appropriate for
the needs of ski equipment sales and rental facilities. Devices which meet this specification exceed the
requirements of Practices F1063 and F1064. Therefore, a device that does not meet this specification
may still satisfy the requirements of Practices F1063 and F1064.
1. Scope Alpine Ski Bindings
F1062 Test Method for Verification of Ski Binding Test
1.1 This specification covers requirements for devices used
Devices
to determine the release moments of ski equipment in retail
F1063 Practice for Functional Inspections and Adjustments
sales and rental facilities.
of Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems
1.2 This specification is applicable to the manufacture,
F1064 Practice for Sampling and Inspection of Complete
repair, and calibration of such devices.
and Incomplete Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems in
1.3 This specification is to be used withTest Method F1062. Rental Applications
2.2 ISO Standard:
1.4 The values expressed in newton metres, newtons, and
8061 Method for the Selection of Release Torque Values
centimetres are to be regarded as the standard.
3. Terminology
1.5 The values expressed in units of torque may be con-
verted to the appropriate force values when devices that
3.1 The terms and abbreviations used in this document are
indicate force are used.
defined in Terminology E456, Test Method F504, and Test
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor- Method F1062.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
3.2 Terms and abbreviations used in this document are
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
repeated here for convenience. Refer toTest Method F1062 for
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
equations.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
3.2.1 a—the difference between the calibration of the spe-
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
cific device tested for agreement with an instrument of the type
described in Test Method F504, and the calibration of an
2. Referenced Documents
individual device of the same design.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.2.2 d—the agreement between the test device and the
E456 Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
standard apparatus described in Test Method F504.
F504 Test Method for Measuring the Quasi-Static Release
3.2.3 r—the imprecision of the device tested.
Moments of Alpine Ski Bindings 3.2.4 Recommended Operating Range (ROR)—the portion
F939 Practice for Selection of Release Torque Values for
of the full range of the test device which is in compliance with
this specification.
3.2.5 Operating Range (OR)—the portion of the full range
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F27 on Snow of the test device which may be employed in compliance with
and Water Sports and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F27.10 on
Practices F1063 and F1064. OR shall be defined by the user in
Binding Test Procedures.
accordance with the section on Inspection in Annex A1 of
Current edition approved March 1, 2020. Published March 2020. Originally
Practice F1063, or in the section on Inspection in Annex 2 of
approved in 1990. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F1061 – 08 (2013).
DOI: 10.1520/F1061-08R20.
Practice F1064.
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3.2.6 M1—a moment in a horizontal plane as defined in Fig. 6.2.1 Type I (r)—not greater than 3 % or 1.5 Nm, which-
1b of Test Method F504. ever is greater, for the reference bindings as a group.
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3.2.7 M3—a moment in a vertical plane with the ski as 6.2.2 Type II (r)—not greater than 3 % or 6 Nm, which-
defined in Fig. 1b of Test Method F504. ever is greater, for the reference bindings as a group.
3.2.8 reference binding—a binding (or group of bindings) 6.2.3 Type III (r)—not greater than 3 % for the reference
used in the verification of a test device. bindings as a group.
3.2.9 standard apparatus—laboratory equipment including
6.3 The device shall be calibrated before end use using Test
a test frame and instrumentation (see Test Method F504) used
Method F1062 (Section 8.2.1) and meet the following toler-
as the basis of comparison with the test device.
ances:
3.2.10 test device—a machine for determining the release
6.3.1 Type I (a)—not greater than 62.5 % or 61.3 Nm,
moments of ski/boot/binding systems.
whichever is greater, over the ROR.
6.3.2 Type II (a)—not greater than 62.5 % or 65 Nm,
4. Classification
whichever is greater, over the ROR.
4.1 Type I—a device capable of indicating both positive and
6.3.3 Type III (a)—not greater than 62.5 % over the ROR.
negative release moments (M ).
z
6.4 The magnitude of the smallest scale increment, which
4.1.1 Type IA—a Type I device with specified limits of
can normally be estimated, shall not exceed the following:
linear displacement or angular deflection.
6.4.1 Type I—five percent of the smallest value in the ROR
4.1.2 Type IB—a Type I device limited in use to a specified
or 1.3 Nm, whichever is greater.
binding or group of bindings.
6.4.2 Type II—five percent of the smallest value in the ROR
4.2 Type II—a device capable of indicating both positive
or 5 Nm, whichever is greater.
and negative release moments (M ).
y
6.4.3 Type III—five percent of the smallest value in the
4.2.1 Type IIA—a Type II device with specified limits of
ROR.
linear displacement or angular deflection.
6.5 If the device is designed to indicate force, and a distance
4.2.2 TypeIIB—aTypeIIdevicelimitedinusetoaspecified
measurement is required to calculate the moment, the magni-
binding or group of bindings.
tude
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