1.1 This specification covers design, construction for steel staples, handgrabs, handles, and individual stirrup rungs. 1.2 The staples, handgrabs, and handles depicted in this specification are for use on steel structures including all parts of ships' structure as necessary. The individual stirrup rungs are for use on bulkheads or structure as deemed necessary. 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.
ASTM F783-88(2023) history
2023ASTM F783-88(2023) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung
2018ASTM F783-88(2018) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung
2013ASTM F783-88(2013) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung
1988ASTM F783-88(2008) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung
2003ASTM F783-88(2003) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung
1988ASTM F783-88(1998) Standard Specification for Staple, Handgrab, Handle, and Stirrup Rung