ASTM F782-19

Standard Specification for Doors, Furniture, Marine

ABSTRACT
This specification covers the construction of doors in marine furniture requiring hinged doors. Doors may be flush, right-hand, left-hand, or panel doors. Sheet metal shall be cold-rolled steel, commercial quality, furniture grade. Aluminum extrusions shall be Type 6063-T6 aluminum alloy. Aluminum sheet shall be Type 5052-H32 aluminum alloy. Metal components shall be joined by welding or gluing with a structural adhesive. Doors shall be capable of supporting a specified vertical load, applied at the lock edge of door, with door in any position. Doors shall be subject to tilt test.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the construction of furniture doors for use where invoked by other marine furniture specifications.  
1.2 This specification applies to all furniture doors for marine furniture, in items requiring hinged doors.  
1.3 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.  
1.4 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: 30-Nov-2019
• ICS: 47.020.80 - Accommodation spaces
• Technical Committee: F25 - Ships and Marine Technology
• Drafting Committee: F25.03 - Outfitting and Deck Machinery

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F782-01(2012) - Standard Specification for Doors, Furniture, Marine
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2019
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-23e1 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Required Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-23 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Required Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM A240/A240M-23a - Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM C1048-18 - Standard Specification for Heat-Strengthened and Fully Tempered Flat Glass
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2018
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-18 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2018
• Refers: ASTM A240/A240M-17 - Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2017
• Refers: ASTM A240/A240M-16a - Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2016
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-16 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2016
• Refers: ASTM A240/A240M-16 - Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
• Effective Date: 01-May-2016
• Refers: ASTM D4802-16 - Standard Specification for Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet
• Effective Date: 01-May-2016
• Refers: ASTM D4802-15 - Standard Specification for Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet
• Effective Date: 15-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM B633-15 - Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM A240/A240M-15b - Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2015
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-15 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-May-2015

Overview

ASTM F782-19: Standard Specification for Doors, Furniture, Marine establishes critical requirements for the construction, materials, and performance of hinged doors used in marine furniture. This specification, developed by ASTM International, addresses both flush and panel doors fabricated primarily from cold-rolled steel or specific grades of aluminum alloy. The standard ensures that marine furniture doors meet stringent criteria for durability, safety, corrosion resistance, and functional reliability, catering to the demanding conditions aboard ships and marine environments.

Key Topics

• Application Scope: The standard applies to all furniture doors in marine settings where hinged doors are specified, including both right-hand and left-hand configurations.
• Materials Requirements:
  • Sheet metal for doors must be commercial quality, furniture-grade cold-rolled steel.
  • Aluminum components use Type 6063-T6 for extrusions and Type 5052-H32 for sheets.
  • Panel inserts may utilize anodized aluminum, transparent safety glazing, or acrylic sheet.
• Door Types:
  • Type I: Flush hinged doors
  • Type II: Panel hinged doors with optional safety glazing or expanded aluminum inserts
• Construction & Assembly:
  • Metal joining techniques include welding and structural adhesives.
  • Hinges and latches are specified for corrosion resistance and reliable operation.
  • Provisions for latches prevent accidental opening in heavy seas-spring or magnetic catches are not permitted.
• Performance Testing:
  • Doors must withstand a specified vertical load without permanent deformation.
  • Tilt tests ensure doors remain latched when furniture is inclined up to 30°.
• Finish & Workmanship:
  • All exposed edges must be free from burrs and sharpness.
  • Surfaces are to be corrosion-protected, usually via painting or plating.
  • Color and finish follow purchaser requirements, with a standard baked-on enamel unless otherwise specified.

Applications

This specification is vital for manufacturers, designers, and specifiers of marine furniture doors, ensuring consistent quality and safety for a variety of shipboard applications, such as:

• Ship cabins, galleys, and public areas requiring robust furniture with hinged doors
• Naval and merchant vessel outfitting
• Replacement doors in marine-certified furniture on existing vessels
• New builds and refurbishments where compliance with marine standards is essential

By adhering to ASTM F782-19, marine outfitting professionals help ensure that furniture doors perform reliably in harsh, high-humidity, and high-motion environments, where structural integrity and safety are critical.

Related Standards

ASTM F782-19 references several related standards to ensure compatibility and compliance across materials and performance attributes, including:

• ASTM A1008/A1008M: Steel sheet, cold-rolled, carbon, structural
• ASTM B221: Aluminum and aluminum-alloy extrusions
• ASTM B209: Aluminum and aluminum-alloy sheet and plate
• ASTM A240/A240M: Stainless steel plate, sheet, and strip
• ASTM A582/A582M: Free-machining stainless steel bars
• ASTM B633: Electrodeposited zinc coatings
• ASTM C1036 & C1048: Flat and heat-strengthened/tempered glass
• ANSI Z97.1: Safety glazing materials
• Federal Specifications (such as QQ-C-320, QQ-Z-325, DD-G-1403, LP-391): Covering plating, zinc coating, and glazing materials

Complying with ASTM F782-19 helps ensure that marine furniture doors are constructed to the highest safety and performance standards, supporting reliability, longevity, and safety at sea.

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: F782 −19 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Doors, Furniture, Marine
ThisstandardisissuedunderthefixeddesignationF782;thenumberimmediatelyfollowingthedesignationindicatestheyearoforiginal
adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript
epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope B633 Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on
Iron and Steel
1.1 This specification covers the construction of furniture
C1036 Specification for Flat Glass
doors for use where invoked by other marine furniture speci-
C1048 Specification for Heat-Strengthened and Fully Tem-
fications.
pered Flat Glass
1.2 This specification applies to all furniture doors for
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
marine furniture, in items requiring hinged doors.
D4802 Specification for Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic
Plastic Sheet
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
2.2 American Institute of Steel Construction Manual:
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
AISC Wire and Sheet Metal Gages—Equivalent Thickness
and are not considered standard.
in Decimals of an Inch, U.S. Standard Gage (USSG) for
Uncoated Hot and Cold-Rolled Sheets
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
2.3 Federal Specifications:
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
AMS-QQ-C-320 Chromium Plating (Electrodeposited)
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
2.4 American National Standard Institute Standards:
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
ANSI Z97.1 Safety Performance Specifications and Meth-
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ods of Test for Safety Glazing Material Used in Buildings
2. Referenced Documents
3. Terminology
2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
A240/A240M Specification for Chromium and Chromium-
3.1.1 flush doors, n—metal doors with a smooth surface on
Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure
the exterior face.
Vessels and for General Applications
3.1.2 hinged door, n—doorequippedwithhingesthatpermit
A1008/A1008M Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled,
ittoswingabouttheverticalhingeaxis,eitherrighthandorleft
Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-
hand.
Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution
Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
3.1.2.1 right-hand door, n—door with hinges on the right
A582/A582M Specification for Free-Machining Stainless
side when viewed from the exterior of the furniture item
Steel Bars
containing the door.
B209 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
3.1.2.2 left-hand door, n—door with hinges on the left side
Sheet and Plate
when viewed from the exterior of the furniture item containing
B221 Specification forAluminum andAluminum-Alloy Ex-
the door.
truded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes
3.1.3 panel doors, n—doors with metal stiles and rails that
supportapanelinsertoftransparentsafetyglazingorexpanded
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F25 on Ships
aluminum.
and Marine Technology and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F25.03 on
Outfitting and Deck Machinery.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2019. Published December 2019. Originally
approved in 1982. Last previous edition approved in 2012 as F782 – 01 (2012). Available from American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), 130 E.
DOI: 10.1520/F0782-19. Randolph St., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60601-6219, http://www.aisc.org.
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Table of Dimensions
Dimensions
Designation
in. mm
Door thickness A 1 max 25.4 max
Width of stile or height of rail B 3 max 76.2 max
NOTE 1—Panels of Type I (flush) doors shall be cold-rolled sheet steel, commercial quality, furniture grade in accordance with Specification
A1008/A1008M, 18 USSG (0.0478 in. or 1.21 mm). Stiffeners shall be applied to front and back as required to prevent buckling or oil-canning.
NOTE 2—At the option of the furniture manufacturer the stiles and rails for Type II (panel) door, may be either 18 USSG (0.0478 in. or 1.21 mm)
cold-rolled steel, commercial quality, furniture grade in accordance with Specification A1008/A1008M or Type 6063-T6 extruded aluminum in
accordance with Specification B221 or 0.064-in. (1.63-mm) thick Type 5052-H32 aluminum alloy sheet in accordance with Specification B209.
NOTE 3—Aluminum Panel inserts for Type II (panel) doors shall be Type 3003-H14 anodized aluminum, 0.081 in. (2.06 mm) thick before expanding
and of the Festoon or other approved pattern. Material shall be in accordance with Specification B209 and the anodizing shall be done after metal is
expanded. Alternative safety glazing can be furnished if specified in ordering documents. See 6.11.2.1 for description of these alternatives.
NOTE 4—Butt hinges are shown in Fig. 1 and shall be furnished in accordance with 6.8. Type 300 stainless steel pivot or hinges of adequate strength
may be used in place of butt hinges.
NOTE 5—Stay arms shall be provided and shall both prevent door from opening more than 90° and be capable of retaining door in 90° open position.
NOTE 6—Doors shall be equipped with latches. See 6.7.1 and 6.7.2 for description of alternative latches.
NOTE 7—Doors shall be capable of resisting vertical load applied at latch edge. See 7.1 for detail of test.
NOTE 8—Doors shall be comply with requirements of tilt test. See 7.2 for details of test.
FIG. 1 Furniture Doors
3.1.3.1 stiles, n—the vertical members in the frame of a 5.1.2 Size, see Section 8.
panel door that support the central panel.
5.1.3 Paint:
3.1.3.2 rails, n—the horizontal members in the frame of a
5.1.3.1 Color—Per the purchaser’s requirements.
panel door that support the central panel.
5.1.3.2 Manufacturer’s standard baked enamel will be fur-
nished unless otherwise required and indicated by the pur-
4. Classification
chaser.
4.1 Doors shall be of the following types as required by the
5.1.4 For single-hinged doors, indicate hand if not obvious
specifications for the item of furniture in which they are
or if a specific hand is required.
installed and as indicated in ordering documents. See Fig. 1 for
5.1.5 Material for Type II (panel) doors may be either steel
details.
or aluminum. Material selected shall be the option of the
4.1.1 Type I—Flush hinged door.
furniture purchaser.
4.1.2 Type II—Panel hinged door.
5. Ordering Information
6. Materials and Manufacture
5.1 Doors are included as part of the orders for items of
6.1 For typical design, see Fig. 1.
furniture requiring doors. To describe adequately the door or
doors required, these orders shall include, as necessary, the 6.2 Sheet metal shall be cold-rolled steel, commercial
quality, furniture grade in accordance with Specification
following information:
5.1.1 Type. A1008/A1008M.
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Designation: F782 − 01 (Reapproved 2012) F782 − 19 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Doors, Furniture, Marine
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F782; 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the construction of furniture doors for use where invoked by other marine furniture specifications.
1.2 This specification applies to all furniture doors for marine furniture, in items requiring hinged doors.
1.3 Values The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The metric equivalents, values given in
parentheses, are for information only. parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
and are not considered standard.
1.4 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:
A240/A240M Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and
for General Applications
A1008/A1008M Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength
Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
A582/A582M Specification for Free-Machining Stainless Steel Bars
B209 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate
B221 Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes
B633 Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel
C1036 Specification for Flat Glass
C1048 Specification for Heat-Strengthened and Fully Tempered Flat Glass
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
F2119D4802 Test Method for Evaluation of MR Image Artifacts from Passive ImplantsSpecification for Poly(Methyl
Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet
2.2 American Institute of Steel Construction Manual:
AISC Wire and Sheet Metal Gages—Equivalent Thickness in Decimals of an Inch, U.S. Standard Gage (USSG) for Uncoated
Hot and Cold-Rolled Sheets
2.3 Federal Specifications:
DD-G-1403 Glass, Plate (Float), Sheet Figured, and Spandrel (Heat Strengthened and Fully Tempered)
LP-391 Plastic Sheets, Rods and Tubing, Rigid Cast, Methacrylate (Multiapplication)
QQ-C-320AMS-QQ-C-320 Chromium Plating (Electrodeposited)
QQ-Z-325 Zinc Coating, Electrodeposited
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F25 on Ships and Marine Technology and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F25.03 on
Outfitting and Deck Machinery.
Current edition approved June 1, 2012Dec. 1, 2019. Published October 2012December 2019. Originally approved in 1982. Last previous edition approved in 20072012
as F782 - 01 (2007).F782 – 01 (2012). DOI: 10.1520/F0782-01R12.10.1520/F0782-19.
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2.4 American National Standard Institute Standards:
ANSI Z97.1-1975Z97.1 Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test for Safety Glazing Material Used in Buildings
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 flush doors—doors, n—metal doors with a smooth surface on the exterior face.
3.1.2 hinged door—door, n—door equipped with hinges that permit it to swing about the vertical hinge axis, either right hand
or left hand.
3.1.2.1 right-hand door—door, n—door with hinges on the right side when viewed from the exterior of the furniture item
containing the door.
3.1.2.2 left-hand door—door, n—door with hinges on the left side when viewed from the exterior of the furniture item
containing the door.
3.1.3 panel doors—doors, n—doors with metal stiles and rails that support a panel insert of transparent safety glazing or
expanded aluminum.
3.1.3.1 stiles—stiles, n—the vertical members in the frame of a panel door that support the central panel.
3.1.3.2 rails—rails, n—the horizontal members in the frame of a panel door that support the central panel.
4. Classification
4.1 Doors shall be of the following types as required by the specifications for the item of furniture in which they are installed
and as indicated in ordering documents. See Fig. 1 for details.
4.1.1 Type I—Flush hinged door.
4.1.2 Type II—Panel hinged door.
5. Ordering Information
5.1 Doors are included as part of the orders for items of furniture requiring doors. To describe adequately the door or doors
required, these orders shall include, as necessary, the following information:
5.1.1 Type.
5.1.2 Size, see Section 8.
5.1.3 Paint:
5.1.3.1 Color—Per the purchaser’spurchaser’s requirements.
5.1.3.2 Manufacturer’sManufacturer’s standard baked enamel will be furnished unless otherwise required and indicated by the
purchaser.
5.1.4 For single-hinged doors, indicate hand if not obvious or if a specific hand is required.
5.1.5 Material for Type II (panel) doors may be either steel or aluminum. Material selected shall be the option of the furniture
purchaser.
6. Materials and Manufacture
6.1 For typical design, see Fig. 1.
6.2 Sheet metal shall be cold-rolled steel, commercial quality, furniture grade in accordance with Specification A1008/A1008M.
6.3 Aluminum extrusions shall be Type 6063-T6 aluminum alloy in accordance with Specification B221. Aluminum sheet shall
be Type 5052-H32 aluminum alloy in accordance with Specification B209.
6.4 Joining of metal parts:
6.4.1 Metal components shall be joined by welding or gluing with a structural adhesive as defined in Terminology D907.
6.4.2 Joining shall be adequate to prevent racking during handling.
6.4.3 Spotwelds shall be spaced approximately 3 in. (76.2 mm) on centers.
6.4.4 Visible spotwelds on exterior face of door higher than the general surface of the metal shall be ground flush.
6.4.5 Visible spotweld depressions shall be spot filled and sanded flush.
6.5 All doors shall be square and form a plane through the four corners.
6.6 All doors shall incorporate a latch or other positive means to prevent opening in heavy seas. Spring, bullet, magnetic, or
bayonet-type catches shall not be permitted. Furniture doors shall not open when furniture unit in which door is installed is tilted
a maximum of 30° from the vertical.
6.7 Latches for doors shall be one of the two following types as selected by the furniture purchaser:
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Table of Dimensions
Dimensions
Designation
in. mm
Door thickness A 1 max 25.4 max
Width of stile or height of rail B 3 max 76.2 max
NOTE 1—Panels of Type I (flush) doors shall be cold-rolled sheet steel, commercial quality, furniture grade in accordance with Specification
A1008/A1008M, 18 USSG (0.0478 in. or 1.21 mm). Stiffeners shall be applied to front and back as required to prevent buckling or oil-canning.
NOTE 2—At the option of the furniture manufacturer the stiles and rails
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