ASTM F1720-17 PDF

Scope: 1.1 This test method covers determination of the insulation value of a sleeping bag or sleeping bag system. It measures the resistance to dry heat transfer from a constant skin temperature manikin to a relatively cold environment. This is a static test that generates reproducible results, but the manikin cannot simulate real life sleeping conditions relating to some human and environmental factors, examples of which are listed in the introduction. 1.2 The insulation values obtained apply only to the sleeping bag or sleeping bag system, as tested, and for the specified thermal and environmental conditions of each test, particularly with respect to air movement past the manikin. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 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.

ASTM F1720-17 Referenced Document

ASTM F1291 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Thermal Insulation of Clothing Using a Heated Manikin
ISO 15831:2004 Clothing - Physiological effects - Measurement of thermal insulation by means of a thermal manikin
ISO 23537-1:2016 Requirements for sleeping bags - Part 1: Thermal and dimensional requirements

2023 ASTM F1720-17(2023) Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
2017 ASTM F1720-17 Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
2014 ASTM F1720-14 Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
2006 ASTM F1720-06(2011) Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
2006 ASTM F1720-06 Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
1996 ASTM F1720-96(2004) Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
1996 ASTM F1720-96 Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin