1、Designation: F1861 08 (Reapproved 2012)1F1861 16Standard Specification forResilient Wall Base1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1861; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A n
2、umber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1 NOTEThe word “heterogeneous” was added to 4.2.2 editorially in December 2012.1. Scope1.1 This specification covers resilient wall base. These prod
3、ucts are manufactured from rubber or thermoplastic materials, ora combination thereof. Wall base is used to provide a functional, as well as decorative border, between walls and floors. Thisspecification does not include rigid products.1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as
4、the standard. The values given in parentheses are for informationonly.1.3 The following safety caveat pertains to the test methods portion, Section 12, of this specification: This standard does notpurport to address all the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility o
5、f the user of this standard toestablish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 The following documents of the issue in effect on the date of the material purchase form a part of this specification to t
6、heextent referenced herein:2.2 ASTM Standards:2D883 Terminology Relating to PlasticsD1566 Terminology Relating to RubberD1755 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) ResinsF137 Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel ApparatusF141 Terminology Relating to R
7、esilient Floor CoveringsF386 Test Method for Thickness of Resilient Flooring Materials Having Flat SurfacesF410 Test Method for Wear Layer Thickness of Resilient Floor Coverings by Optical MeasurementF925 Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of Resilient FlooringF1515 Test Method for Measuring Li
8、ght Stability of Resilient Flooring by Color Change2.3 Other Standards:ANSI/ASQC Z1.42003Z1.42003(R2013) Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes33. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsFor definitions of other terms used in this standard, see Terminology F141.4. Classification4.1 TypesWall
9、base shall be of the following types, as specified (see 5.1.2, 6.1, and 7.1).4.1.1 Type TSrubber, vulcanized thermoset.4.1.2 Type TPrubber, thermoplastic.4.1.3 Type TVvinyl, thermoplastic.4.2 GroupsWall base shall be one of the following groups, as specified (see 5.1.2, 6.2.1, and 6.2.2):1 This spec
10、ification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F06.80 onSpecifications.Current edition approved Nov. 15, 2012Nov. 1, 2016. Published November 2012December 2016. Originally approved in 1998. Last previous edition
11、 approved in 2008as F186108. 08 (2012)1. DOI: 10.1520/F1861-08R12E01.10.1520/F1861-16.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary
12、page on the ASTM website.3 Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http:/www.ansi.org.This document 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
13、 the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyrigh
14、t ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States14.2.1 Group 1solid (homogeneous).4.2.2 Group 2layered (multiple layers/heterogeneous).4.2.3 Either group may be specified with any of the types above. It is not necessary to specify group when e
15、ither is acceptable.4.3 StylesWall base shall be of the following styles as specified (see 5.1.2, 6.3, and Fig. 1):4.3.1 Style Astraight.4.3.2 Style Bcove.4.3.3 Style Cbutt-to.4.3.4 Style Dsculptured.4.4 CornersWhere specified, both inside and outside 90 factory-made corners should be specified by s
16、tyle. Corners mustmeet the same height and thickness requirements as wall base (see Section 9).NOTE 1Factory-made corners and wall base may have visual color differences due to process and material variations. Consult the manufacturer toensure color acceptability between factory-made corners and wal
17、l base prior to ordering.5. Ordering Information5.1 Purchasers shall state whether this specification is to be used, select the preferred options permitted herein, and include thefollowing information in the invitation to bid or purchase order:5.1.1 Title, number, and date of this specification,5.1.
18、2 Type, group, and style, (see Sections 4, 6, and 7),5.1.3 Factory-made corners, if required (see 4.4),5.1.4 Color (see 6.2),5.1.5 Quantity: in pieces, linear feet, or cartons,5.1.6 Height required (see 9.1),5.1.7 Thickness required (see 9.2),5.1.8 Length required (see 9.3, 9.3.1, and Section 15),5.
19、1.9 Lot information, if other than as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.42003,Z1.42003(R2013), (see 11.1 and 13.1),5.1.10 Sampling, if other than as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.42003,Z1.42003(R2013), (see 11.1),5.1.11 Statement requesting certification, if certification of compliance is required (see Section
20、14),5.1.12 Packing requirements, if other than as specified (see Section 16),5.1.13 Palletization, if required,5.1.14 Marking required, if other than specified (see Section 15), and5.1.15 Other requirements.6. Materials and Manufacture6.1 MaterialsAny polymeric material or combination of polymeric m
21、aterials is acceptable if, in combination with processingchemicals, fillers, and colorants, the material can be formed into wall base, which satisfies all the requirements of this specification(see 5.1 and 7.1). Other suitable recycled polymeric material may be incorporated as a part of the total po
22、lymeric content.FIG. 1 Typical Profiles of Wall BaseF1861 1626.2 ColorThe color shall be as specified in the contract or order (see 5.1.4).NOTE 2The colors and styles that are available are indicated in individual manufacturers current catalogs. As manufactured, colors may varysomewhat in hue or sha
23、de from the catalog.NOTE 3Where color match is a concern, obtain current samples from the manufacturer to verify color acceptability.6.2.1 Solid Wall Base The color shall be uniform throughout the entire thickness of the wall base.6.2.2 Layered Wall BaseThe surface color need not extend through the
24、entire thickness of the wall base, but must extendthroughout the entire wear layer. Layered wall base shall have a minimum wear layer thickness of 0.002 in. (0.05 mm) whenmeasured in accordance with Test Method F410 and shall not delaminate under normal use.6.3 StylesThe style shall be as specified
25、in the contract or order (see 5.1.2).6.3.1 Straight Wall BaseThe exposed surface of straight (toeless) wall base is vertical, as illustrated by the first cross-sectionalprofile in Fig. 1.6.3.1.1 Fit to WallTop return lip of wall base shall fit firmly against the wall when the vertical portion of the
26、 cove base isadhered to the wall.6.3.2 Cove Wall Base The exposed surface of cove wall base shall be distinguished by a “toe” at its bottom edge as illustratedby the second cross-sectional profile in Fig. 1.6.3.2.1 Fit to Floor The toe shall be curved, or angled, or both, to allow it to fit snugly a
27、gainst the floor when the verticalportion of the cove base is adhered to the wall.6.3.2.2 Intersection at ToeThe intersection of the exposed surfaces of the toe and the vertical portion of the cove base shallbe rounded and smooth to facilitate maintenance.6.3.2.3 Fit to WallTop return lip of wall ba
28、se shall fit firmly against the wall when the vertical portion of the cove base isadhered to the wall.6.3.3 Butt-to Wall BaseThe exposed surface of butt-to wall base shall be distinguished by a “toe,” which butts against theflooring as illustrated by the third cross-sectional profile in Fig. 1.6.3.3
29、.1 Fit to Floor The leading edge of the toe of the butt-to base shall be square to allow a tight, flush fit to the finishedflooring when the vertical portion of the butt-to base is adhered to the wall.6.3.3.2 Intersection at ToeThe intersection of the exposed surfaces of the toe and the vertical por
30、tion of the butt-to base shallbe designed to facilitate maintenance.6.3.3.3 Fit to WallTop return lip of wall base shall fit firmly against the wall when the vertical portion of the cove base isadhered to the wall.6.3.4 Sculptured Wall BaseThe exposed surface of sculptured wall base shall have an ap
31、pearance replicating carved wood orchiseled stone, as illustrated by the fourth cross-sectional profile in Fig. 1.6.3.4.1 Fit to WallTop return lip of wall base shall fit firmly against the wall when the vertical portion of the cove base isadhered to the wall.7. Material Definitions7.1 The following
32、 definitions will be used in classifying material according to 4.1:7.1.1 Rubber, Vulcanized ThermosetThe polymeric binder of this compound shall satisfy the definition of rubber, and havebeen vulcanized, as defined in Terminology D1566.7.1.2 Rubber, ThermoplasticThe polymeric binder of this compound
33、 shall satisfy the definition of rubber, but remainthermoplastic, as defined in Terminology D883.7.1.3 Vinyl, ThermoplasticThe polymeric binder of this compound shall satisfy the definition of poly (vinyl chloride) inTerminology D883 and Specification D1755 but remain thermoplastic as defined in Ter
34、minology D883.8. Performance Requirements8.1 Flexibility Unless otherwise specified in the contract or order (see 5.1), the wall base shall show no visible cracks, breaks,or other evidence of weakness when tested in accordance with Test Method F137 using a 14 in. (6.35 mm) diameter mandrel. Thisrequ
35、irement is not applicable for sculptured wall base thicker than 0.125 in. (3.17 mm) in thickness.NOTE 4Cove wall base shall be tested with the mandrel perpendicular to the cove when oriented as in use.8.2 Staining of Adjacent Surfaces Induced by Wall BaseWall base shall contain no ingredient which w
36、ill cause staining of thefinished surfaces adjacent to it when aged by the method specified in 12.1 12.7.8.3 Resistance to LightWhen tested in accordance to Test Method F1515, the color change of the wall base shall have anaverage E no greater than 8.0 after 200 h of exposure to light, simulated by
37、a properly fitted xenon-arc radiant energy source.8.4 Resistance to ChemicalsWhen tested in accordance with Test Method F925, the wall base shall have no more than a slightchange in surface dulling, surface attack, or staining when exposed to the following chemicals:8.4.1 White vinegar (5 % acetic a
38、cid).8.4.2 Rubbing alcohol (70 % isopropyl alcohol).F1861 1638.4.3 White mineral oil (medicinal grade).8.4.4 Sodium hydroxide solution (5 % NaOH).8.4.5 Hydrochloric acid solution (5 % HCl).8.4.6 Sulfuric acid solution (5 H2SO4).8.4.7 Household ammonia solution (5 % NH4OH).8.4.8 Household bleach solu
39、tion (5.25 % NaOCl).8.4.9 Olive oil (light).8.4.10 Kerosene (K1).8.4.11 Unleaded gasoline (regular grade).NOTE 5These basic chemicals are representative of those likely to be found in domestic, commercial, and institutional use. Many proprietarycompounds contain one or more of these basic chemicals.
40、 Should the wall base for an unusual application need to be resistant to a specific chemical, thisadditional requirement should become part of the procurement document.8.5 Dimensional StabilityWall base shall not change in length by more than 6 0.25 % when tested by the method specifiedin 12.8 12.15
41、.8.6 OdorThe wall base shall be free from offensive odor.9. Dimensions and Permissible Variations9.1 HeightThe height of the wall base shall be as specified in the contract or order (see 5.1.6). A tolerance of 61 % of thenominal height of the wall base shall be permitted when measured with a scale,
42、caliper, or other device graduated in 0.001in.(0.025 mm) divisions and capable of measuring the maximum height of the specimen. The specimen shall be placed on a flatsurface and the measuring device applied in such a manner that the height is not distorted during measurement.9.2 ThicknessUnless othe
43、rwise specified in the contract or order (see 5.1.7), the wall base shall be 0.080 in. (2.03 mm) or0.125 in. (3.17 mm) thick.Apermissible tolerance for 0.080 in. (2.03 mm) thick wall base shall be +0.015 in. to 0.005 in. (+0.38mm to 0.13 mm) and 0.125 in. to 0.375 in. (3.17 mm to 9.53 mm) thick wall
44、 base shall have a permissible tolerance of +0.015in. to 0.015 in. (+0.38 mm to 0.38 mm) and wall base thicker than 0.375 in. (9.53 mm) shall have a permissible tolerance of+0.020 in. to 0.020 in. (+0.51 mm to 0.51 mm) when measured in accordance with Test Method F386.NOTE 6Measure sculptured wall b
45、ase at its thickest point.9.3 LengthThe length of the wall base shall be as specified in the contract or order (see 5.1.8). The length of the wall baseshall not be less than as marked on the label or package when measured with a calibrated scale or tape graduated in 1/8 in. (3.18mm) divisions and ca
46、pable of measuring the maximum length of the specimen. The specimen shall be extended to its full lengthon a flat surface and all creases and buckles removed, insofar as practical, without applying stresses that cause any significantstretching. The measuring device shall be applied in such a manner
47、that the length is not distorted during measurement.9.3.1 If a roll contains multiple lengths, a maximum of three pieces shall be permitted; the shortest length shall not be less than15 ft (4.57 m).9.4 SquarenessEach vertical end of the wall base shall form an angle of 90 6 0.5 with the top edge and
48、 shall fit againstthe vertical end of another length so that a 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) feeler gage cannot be inserted between the sections at any point.10. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance10.1 The wall base furnished in accordance with this specification shall be free of defects, which adversely aff
49、ect performanceor appearance. Such defects include blemishes, spots, lines, indentations, blisters, and delamination.10.2 Unless otherwise specified in the contract or order (see 5.1), the back or bonding surface of the wall base shall be buffed,roughened, ribbed, grooved, or otherwise modified to improve the application to and adhesion to the wall surface, but in no caseshall the thickness of the wall base be decreased to the extent that any depression or groove on the bonding surface be perceptible,u
