ASTM F1700-2013 Standard Specification for Solid Vinyl Floor Tile《实心乙烯基铺地砖的标准规范》.pdf

1、Designation: F1700 04 (Reapproved 2010)F1700 13Standard Specification forSolid Vinyl Floor Tile1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1700; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A

2、 number 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 Department of Defense.1. Scope1.1 This specification covers solid vinyl2 floor tiles th

3、at are monolithic, surface decorated or printed, and that have bindercontents referenced in protected by a clear wear layer.Table 1.1.2 This type of floor covering is intended for use in commercial, light commercial, and residential buildings. Generalinformation and performance characteristics which

4、 determine serviceability and recommended use are included in thisspecification.1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and det

5、ermine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.2. Referenced Docume

6、nts2.1 ASTM Standards:3F137 Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel ApparatusF141 Terminology Relating to Resilient Floor CoveringsF373 Test Method for Embossed Depth of Resilient Floor CoveringsF386 Test Method for Thickness of Resilient Flooring Materia

7、ls Having Flat SurfacesF410 Test Method for Wear Layer Thickness of Resilient Floor Coverings by Optical MeasurementF925 Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of Resilient FlooringF1514 Test Method for Measuring Heat Stability of Resilient Flooring by Color ChangeF1515 Test Method for Measuring Li

8、ght Stability of Resilient Flooring by Color ChangeF1914 Test Methods for Short-Term Indentation and Residual Indentation of Resilient Floor CoveringF2055 Test Method for Size and Squareness of Resilient Floor Tile by Dial Gage MethodF2199 Test Method for Determining Dimensional Stability of Resilie

9、nt Floor Tile after Exposure to Heat2.2 Other Standards:ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes43. Classification3.1 The vinyl floor tiles covered by this specification shall be classified as follows:3.1.1 Class IMonolithic Vinyl Tile.3.1.1.1 Type ASmooth Surfa

10、ce.3.1.1.2 Type BEmbossed Surface.3.1.2 Class IISurface-Decorated Vinyl Tile.3.1.2.1 Type ASmooth Surface.1 This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F06.80 onSpecifications.Current edition approve

11、d Dec. 1, 2010April 1, 2013. Published December 2010April 2013. Originally approved in 1996. Last previous edition approved in 20042010 asF1700F170004(2010).04. DOI: 10.1520/F1700-04R10.10.1520/F1700-13.2 For solid vinyl definition, refer to Terminology F141.3 For referencedASTM standards, visit the

12、ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.4 Available from American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036.This docu

13、ment is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as

14、appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States13.1.2.2 Type BEmbossed Surface.3.1.3 Class IIIPrinted Fil

15、m Vinyl Tile.3.1.3.1 Type ASmooth Surface.3.1.3.2 Type BEmbossed Surface.3.2 The embossed surfaces may or may not be grouted with ink.4. Ordering Information4.1 The purchaser shall state whether this specification is to be used, select the preferred options permitted herein, and includethe following

16、 contract requirements on the purchase order:4.1.1 Title, number, and date of this specification,4.1.2 Class, type, and pattern number (Section 3),4.1.3 Quantity in square feet, pieces, or cartons,4.1.4 Size required (Section 6),4.1.5 Thickness required (Section 6),4.1.6 Lot formation if other than

17、as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993 (see Sections 8 and 10),4.1.7 Sampling if other than as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993 (see Sections 8 and 10),4.1.8 Packing requirement if other than as specified (Section 12),4.1.9 Palletization if required (agreement between the manufacturer and the purchaser),

18、4.1.10 Marking required if other than specified (Section 13) (agreement between the manufacturer and the purchaser),4.1.11 Chemical resistance (see 6.8). The basic chemicals used in the test are those likely to be found in domestic, commercialand institutional use. Many proprietary compounds contain

19、 one or more of these basic chemicals. Should the flooring for unusualapplication need to be resistant to a specific chemical, this additional requirement should become part of the procurementdocument.4.1.12 Other requirements (agreement between the manufacturer and the purchaser).5. Material and Ma

20、nufacture5.1 MaterialThe tile shall be composed of binder, filler, and pigments compounded with suitable lubricants and processingaids. The binder consists of one or more polymers or copolymers of vinyl chloride, other modifying resins, plasticizers, andstabilizers which comprise at least the follow

21、ing minimum percent weight: see Table 1. The polymers or copolymers of vinylchloride comprise at least 60 % of the weight of the binder.Any copolymer of vinyl chloride used shall contain at least 85 % vinylchloride.5.2 Class, Type, and Pattern NumberThe class, type, and pattern number, as applicable

22、 shall be as specified in the contractor order (see 4.1).NOTE 1The patterns that are available are indicated in individual manufacturers current catalogs.5.3 Monolithic Vinyl TileThe tile shall be uniform, with respect to color, pattern effect, and composition, throughout thethickness of the tile.5.

23、4 Surface DecoratedIn surface-decorated tiles, the pattern and color need not extend through the entire thickness of the tile.The composition of each layer shall be according to Table 1.5.4.1 The appearance of the surface decorated tile, when the wearing layer is removed by any suitable means, to a

24、depth of 0.010in. (0.25 mm) shall compare favorably for decoration with the tiles original appearance.5.5 Printed Film Vinyl TileThe structure of printed solid vinyl tiles is formed of vinyl wear layer which may be transparentor translucent. The pattern and colors are created by a print between the

25、wear layer and the intermediate colored layer or base layer.Other base layers may be added. Each ply or layer will comply with Table 1 for binder content.5.5.1 For commercial applications, the wear layer shall be a minimum of 0.020 in. (0.50 mm) thick.6. Physical Requirements6.1 Binder ContentThe bi

26、nder content of each ply or layer shall be determined by statement of formula (ManufacturerCertificate of Compliance).TABLE 1 Minimum Binder ContentClass I Class II Class IIIEach ply or layer 34 % 34 % . . .Clear wear layer . . . . . . 90 %Intermediate colored layer . . . . . . 34 %Each base layer .

27、 . . . . . 34 %F1700 1326.2 Size5Unless otherwise specified (see 4.1.4), the tile shall be 12 by 12 in. (305 by 305 mm).Atolerance of 60.016 in. (0.4mm) per linear ft (305 mm) shall be permitted when measured in accordance with Test Method F2055. Certain specialty items areavailable in other sizes.6

28、.3 ThicknessThickness: Unless otherwise specified (see 4.1.5), the tile shall be furnished in 0.0625-in. (1.6-mm), 0.080-in.(2-mm), 0.100-in. (2.5-mm), and 0.125-in. (3-mm) thicknesses.Atolerance of60.005 in. (0.13 mm) shall be permitted when testedin accordance with Test Method F386.6.3.1 ProductUn

29、less otherwise specified (see 4.1.5), the tile shall be furnished in 0.0625-in. (1.6-mm), 0.080-in. (2-mm),0.100-in. (2.5-mm), and 0.125-in. (3-mm) thicknesses. A tolerance of 60.005 in. (0.13 mm) shall be permitted when tested inaccordance with Test Method F386.6.3.2 Wear LayerFor Class III product

30、s, the thickness shall be measured in five (5) unembossed locations to determinethickness average. See Test Method F410.6.4 Squareness5When tested in accordance with Test Method F2055, the out-of-squareness of the tile shall not exceed 0.010in. (0.25 mm).6.5 Residual IndentationWhen tested in accord

31、ance with Test Method F1914 under 140lb (63.5kg) load, 0.178in.(4.5mm) diameter flat foot and 10 min indentation, the average residual indentation at the end of 60min recovery shall notexceed 8 %, and the maximum residual indentation of any single specimen shall not exceed 10 %.6.6 FlexibilityWhen t

32、ested in accordance with Test Method F137 and a mandrel size of 1in. (25.4 mm), the tile shall showno cracks or breaks.6.7 Dimensional StabilityWhen tested in accordance with Test Method F2199, the tile shall not change in linear dimensionsmore than 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) per linear ft.6.8 Resistance to

33、 ChemicalsThe chemical resistance of solid vinyl tile shall be determined in accordance with Test MethodF925. The tile shall have no more than a slight change in surface dulling, surface attack, or staining when exposed to the followingchemicals:6.8.1 White vinegar (5 % acetic acid),6.8.2 Rubbing al

34、cohol (70 % isopropyl alcohol),6.8.3 White mineral oil (medicinal grade),6.8.4 Sodium hydroxide solution (5 % NaOH),6.8.5 Hydrochloric acid solution (5 % Hcl),6.8.6 Sulfuric acid solution (5 % H2SO4),6.8.7 Household ammonia solution (5 % NH4OH),6.8.8 Household bleach (5.25 % NaOCl),6.8.9 Olive oil (

35、light),6.8.10 Kerozene (K1),6.8.11 Unleaded gasoline (regular grade), and6.8.12 Phenol (5 % active phenol).NOTE 2The basic chemicals are representative of those likely to be found in residential, commercial, and institutional use. Many proprietarycompounds contain one or more of these basic chemical

36、s. Should the flooring for an unusual application need to be resistant to a specific chemical, thisadditional requirement should become part of the procurement document.6.9 Resistance to HeatWhen tested in accordance to Test Method F1514, the color change of the solid vinyl tile shall havean average

37、 E not greater than 8.0 after 7 days exposure to 158F (70C).6.10 Resistance to LightWhen tested in accordance to Test Method F1515, the color change of the solid vinyl tile shall havean average E not greater than 8.0 after a 300h exposure.7. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance7.1 The floor tile furn

38、ished in accordance with this specification shall be an acceptable match to approved samples in pattern,color, and surface appearance. The product shall be free of defects which adversely affect performance or appearance. Such defectsinclude blemishes, breaks in corners or edges, and delamination of

39、 the plies.8. Sampling for Test8.1 Sampling for testing physical properties, mechanical properties, and performance requirements listed in Table 2 shall bedone in accordance with the provisions set forth in ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993Sampling Procedures andTables for Inspection by Attribute

40、s4. The inspection level shall be special inspection level S-1, as noted in Table I, and the5 For size, squareness, and tolerances, work is proceeding for tiles over 12 by 12 in. (305 by 305 mm).F1700 133acceptable quality level (AQL) shall be 6.5 defects per hundred units as noted in Table II-Aor a

41、s otherwise specified in 8.2 herein.The lot size shall be expressed in units. A unit represents a single, manufactured, inventoried, finished tile.8.2 Sampling for testing physical properties, mechanical properties, and performance requirements listed in Table 2 shall beagreed upon by the purchaser

42、and the manufacturer as part of the procurement document.9. Conditioning9.1 Conditioning in AirCondition the specimens for physical tests in air maintained at 73.4 6 3.6F (23 6 2C) and 50 65 % relative humidity for not less than 3 h before testing.9.2 Conditioning in WaterMaintain the water temperat

43、ure at 77 6 0.9F (25 6 0.5C) unless otherwise specified. Immersethe specimen for not less than 15 min or more than 30 min before testing in either air or water.10. Inspection10.1 Inspection of the solid floor tile for defects that would adversely affect performance shall be done in accordance with t

44、heprovisions set forth in ANSI/ASQC Z1.41993. The inspection level shall be level L-1, as noted in Table I, and the acceptablequality level (AQL) shall be 6.5 defects per hundred units as noted in Table II-A or as otherwise specified in 10.2 herein. The lotsize shall be expressed in units. A unit re

45、presents a single, manufactured, inventoried, finished tile.10.2 Inspection of the solid floor tile for defects that would adversely affect performance shall be agreed upon by the purchaserand the manufacturer as part of the procurement document.11. Certification11.1 When specified in the purchase o

46、rder or contract, a manufacturers certification and any other documents required tosubstantiate certification shall be furnished to the purchaser, that the material meets this specification.12. Packaging, Packing, and Marking12.1 Unless otherwise specified in the purchase order or contract, shipping

47、 containers shall be marked with the name of thematerial as defined by the contract or order under which the shipment is made, the size, thickness, the pattern number, the quantitycontained therein, and the name of the manufacturer.12.2 The vinyl floor tile shall be packaged in accordance with norma

48、l commercial practice and packed to ensure acceptance bycommon carrier and to provide protection against damage during normal shipping, handling, and storage or shall be as specifiedin 4.1.8.TABLE 2 Characteristics and TestsCharacteristic Requirement Test Method ReferenceComposition of material see

49、Table 1 Certificate of compliance 6.1Size, toleranceA 0.016 in./lin. ft (0.4 mm/305 mm) F2055 6.2Thickness as specified 0.005 in. (0.13 mm) F386 6.3SquarenessA maximum 0.010 in. (0.25 mm) F2055 6.4Residual indentation average less than 8 %, maximum single reading 10 % F1914 6.5Flexibility 1-in. (25.4-mm) mandrel, no crack or break F137 6.6Dimensional stability 0.020 in./lin. ft (0.51 mm/305 mm) maximum F2199 6.7Resistance to chemicals No more than a slight change in surface dulling, surfaceattack, or stainingF925 6.8Resista