1.1 The purpose of this guide is to present methods and techniques for the visual inspection of electrical protective rubber products. This guide also includes descriptions and photographs of irregularities found in these products. NOTE 1—It is not the purpose of this guide to establish the acceptance level of any irregularity described herein. That shall be established by the standard for each product.
1.2 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.
1.3 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 F1236-19 Referenced Document
ASTM F478 Standard Specification for In-Service Care of Insulating Line Hose and Covers
ASTM F479 Standard Specification for In-Service Care of Insulating Blankets
ASTM F496 Standard Specification for In-Service Care of Insulating Gloves and Sleeves
ASTM F819 Standard Terminology Relating to Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers*, 2023-05-01 Update
ASTM F1236-19 history
2023ASTM F1236-23 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2019ASTM F1236-19 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2018ASTM F1236-18 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2016ASTM F1236-16 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2015ASTM F1236-15 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2014ASTM F1236-14 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
2012ASTM F1236-96(2012) Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
1996ASTM F1236-96(2007) Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
1996ASTM F1236-96(2001) Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products
1996ASTM F1236-96e1 Standard Guide for Visual Inspection of Electrical Protective Rubber Products