ASTM F2939-13(2019)
(Specification)Standard Specification for High Voltage Phasing Testers
Standard Specification for High Voltage Phasing Testers
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1.1 This specification covers portable, live-line tool-supported two-pole phasing testers to be used on AC electrical systems.
1.2 Two types of phasing testers are provided and are designated as Type I Resistive and Type II Capacitive.
1.3 Two styles of phasing testers are provided and are designated as Style A Numerical and Style B Audible/Visual.
1.4 The use and maintenance of these high voltage phasing testers and any necessary insulated tool handles are beyond the scope of this specification.
1.5 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.
1.6 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Note 1: Except where specified, all voltage defined in this specification refers to phase-to-phase voltage in a three-phase system. Phasing Testers covered by this specification may be used in other than three-phase systems, but the applicable phase-to-phase or phase-to-ground (earth) voltages shall be used to determine the operating voltage.
1.7 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.
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Designation:F2939 −13 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Specification for
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High Voltage Phasing Testers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2939; 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 2. Referenced Documents
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1.1 This specification covers portable, live-line tool- 2.1 ASTM Standards:
supported two-pole phasing testers to be used onAC electrical F1796 Specification for High Voltage Detectors—Part 1
systems. Capacitive Type to be Used for Voltages Exceeding 600
Volts AC
1.2 Two types of phasing testers are provided and are
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2.2 Other Standards:
designated as Type I Resistive and Type II Capacitive.
ANSI C84.1 Electric Power Systems and Equipment—
1.3 Two styles of phasing testers are provided and are
Voltage Ranges
designated as Style A Numerical and Style B Audible/Visual.
3. Terminology
1.4 The use and maintenance of these high voltage phasing
testers and any necessary insulated tool handles are beyond the
3.1 Definitions:
scope of this specification.
3.1.1 clear indication, n—a specific condition that detects
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded and indicates the presence or absence of the correct voltage, or
phase relationship, or both, between two energized parts.
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
3.1.2 contact electrode, n—the bare conductive part of the
and are not considered standard.
conductive element that establishes the electrical connection to
the component to be tested.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.1.3 indicator, n—part of the phasing tester that indicates
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
the presence or absence of the correct voltage, or phase
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
relationship, or both, between two energized parts.
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
3.1.4 indication, n—visible, audible, or numeric indication
NOTE 1—Except where specified, all voltage defined in this specifica-
of which clearly indicates the presence of nominal operating
tion refers to phase-to-phase voltage in a three-phase system. Phasing
voltage within the specified voltage range.
Testerscoveredbythisspecificationmaybeusedinotherthanthree-phase
3.1.4.1 Discussion—Noise and light indications shall be
systems, but the applicable phase-to-phase or phase-to-ground (earth)
clearly detectable under the conditions outlined as follows:
voltages shall be used to determine the operating voltage.
(See Specification F1796, sections 10.3.13 and 10.3.14). Ac-
1.7 This international standard was developed in accor-
ceptable Audible Indication – The audible test should be
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
performedinanenvironmentwherebackgroundnoisedoesnot
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
exceed 60 dBA. Acceptable Visual Indication – The Style B
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
visual tests should be conducted in an environment with
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
ambient light conditions ranging from 0 to 18 000 fc.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F18 on For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers and is the direct responsibility of contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Subcommittee F18.35 on Tools & Equipment. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved Aug. 1, 2019. Published August 2019. Originally the ASTM website.
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approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2939 – 13. DOI: Available fromAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St.,
10.1520/F2939-13R19. 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
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3.1.5 insertion limit, n—distinctive location to indicate to 5. Classification
the user the physical limit to which the phasing device may be
5.1 Type I Resistive—Two-pole phasing device with inter-
inserted between energized/grounded parts, as specified by the
connect cable(s) used to detect and indicate the correct phase
manufacturer.
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Designation: F2939 − 13 F2939 − 13 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Specification for
1
High Voltage Phasing Testers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2939; 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 portable, live-line tool-supported two-pole phasing testers to be used on AC electrical systems.
1.2 Two types of phasing testers are provided and are designated as Type I Resistive and Type II Capacitive.
1.3 Two styles of phasing testers are provided and are designated as Style A Numerical and Style B Audible/Visual.
1.4 The use and maintenance of these high voltage phasing testers and any necessary insulated tool handles are beyond the scope
of this specification.
1.5 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.
1.6 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 safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
NOTE 1—Except where specified, all voltage defined in this specification refers to phase-to-phase voltage in a three-phase system. Phasing Testers
covered by this specification may be used in other than three-phase systems, but the applicable phase-to-phase or phase-to-ground (earth) voltages shall
be used to determine the operating voltage.
1.7 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
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1796 Specification for High Voltage Detectors—Part 1 Capacitive Type to be Used for Voltages Exceeding 600 Volts AC
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2.2 Other Standards:
ANSI C84.1 Electric Power Systems and Equipment—Voltage Ranges
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 clear indication, n—a specific condition that detects and indicates the presence or absence of the correct voltage, or phase
relationship, or both, between two energized parts.
3.1.2 contact electrode, n—the bare conductive part of the conductive element that establishes the electrical connection to the
component to be tested.
3.1.3 indicator, n—part of the phasing tester that indicates the presence or absence of the correct voltage, or phase relationship,
or both, between two energized parts.
3.1.4 indication, n—visible, audible, or numeric indication of which clearly indicates the presence of nominal operating voltage
within the specified voltage range.
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This test method 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 & Equipment.
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2013Aug. 1, 2019. Published October 2013August 2019. Originally approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as
F2939 – 13. DOI: 10.1520/F2939-1310.1520/F2939-13R19.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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3.1.4.1 Discussion—
Noise and light indications shall be clearly detectable under the conditions outlined as follows: (See Specification F1796, sections
10.3.13 and 10.3.14). Acceptable Audible Indication – The audible test should be performed in an environment where background
noise does not exceed 60 dBA. Acceptable Visual Indication – The Style B visual tests should be conducted in an environment
with ambient light conditions ranging from 0
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