ASTM F1826-00(2021)

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.
Designation:F1826 −00 (Reapproved 2021)
Standard Specification for
Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1826; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3. Terminology
1.1 This specification covers mechanical and electrical test- 3.1 Definitions— Terminology used in this specification is
ing and acceptance criteria for telescoping live line tools.
in accordance with Definitions F819.
1.1.1 A tool designed only for use as a measuring device
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
need not comply with mechanical strength requirements of this
3.2.1 acceptance test, n—one made at the option of the
specification.
purchaser to verify that a product meets design criteria.
1.2 The use and maintenance of this equipment is beyond
3.2.2 design test, n—one made on a sample treated as
the scope of this specification.
representative of an industrial product. These tests generally
1.3 This specification does not cover multiple section or
will not be repeated in quantity production.
extendable section clampsticks.
3.2.3 dimensional check, n—measurements made to verify
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as that a product complies with the dimension stated by the
standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are
manufacturer.
provided for information only and are not considered standard.
3.2.4 hydrophobic, adj—lacking affinity for water.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains to Section
3.2.5 routine test, n—a type of test made regularly on
9 only. This standard does not purport to address all of the
production material.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.2.6 telescoping live line tool, n—an extendable multiple
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
section FRP tool designed to carry an attachment to perform
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mechanical tasks.
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.2.7 telescoping measuring tool, n—anextendablemultiple
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- section FRP tool designed only to measure vertical heights.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
3.2.8 visual inspection, n—a visual check made to detect
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
manufacturing defects.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
4. Significance and Use
2. Referenced Documents
4.1 This specification shall be used for design, routine, and
acceptance testing of live line and measuring telescoping tools.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D149 Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage and
5. Ordering Information
DielectricStrengthofSolidElectricalInsulatingMaterials
at Commercial Power Frequencies
5.1 Include the following information when ordering tele-
F819 Terminology Relating to Electrical Protective Equip-
scoping live line or measuring tools, or both:
ment for Workers
5.1.1 Quantity.
5.1.2 Catalog number.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F18 on
NOTE 1—Live line tools may also be designed as a measuring tool.
Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F18.35 on Tools & Equipment.
5.1.3 Tested to meet ASTM Specification F1826 design
Current edition approved June 1, 2021. Published June 2021. Originally
tests.
approvedin1997.Lastpreviouseditionapprovedin2016asF1826–00(2016).DOI:
10.1520/F1826-00R21.
6. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
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6.1 The external and internal surfaces shall have hydropho-
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. bic abilities.
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FIG. 1Horizontal Test Set-Up
NOTE 1—For details of Fig. 4, see Figs. 5-10.
FIG. 4Typical AC Test Set-Up
FIG. 2Position of Stick Prior to Release for Free Fall Test
8. Tests to Be Conducted
8.1 Mechanical:
Test Type
Visual Routine/Acceptance
Dimensional Design/Acceptance
Horizontal Bending Deflection Design
Free Fall Impact Design
Tension Design
Vertical Deflection Design
8.2 Electrical:
Test Type
Leakage Current Design
Withstand Routine/Acceptance
FIG. 3Block Edge of Telescoping Stick to Obtain Correct 30.48
cm (12 in.) Centerline to Centerline Measurement
9. Mechanical Test Methods
9.1 Visual Inspection—In accordance with the manufactur-
6.2 The external and internal surfaces shall be free of any
abrasions, scratches, blemishes and surface defects that may
capture an impurity and impair the dielectric integrity of the
product.
6.3 After a finish coating, such as paint, has been applied,
the material shall meet all physical, electrical, and mechanical
properties.
6.4 Measuring units on telescoping tools shall be readable
and clearly legible on all sections designed for measuring.
7. Sampling
7.1 Design Test—Perform the test on a minimum of three
samples. The design test will be used to qualify a specific item
and normally will not be repeated during production.
7.2 Routine Test—Perform the test on all pieces delivered to
the purchaser.
7.3 Acceptance Tests—A test made at the option of the
purchaser. FIG. 5Assembly Detail
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FIG. 8Brass Electrode Detail
FIG. 6Electrode Detail
bonding between fibers and resin, air bubbles, foreign bodies,
or particles. Check all operational components for fit and
function.
9.2 Dimensional Values—The manufacturer, upon request
by the purchaser, shall furnish product dimensional values to
the customer.
9.3 Mechanical Tests:
9.3.1 Horizontal Bending Deflection Tests—When extended
to the maximum length, a telescoping live line tool shall be
placed horizontally in a testing device as shown in Fig. 1.
9.3.1.1 The distance between supports is 1.01 m (40 in.).
Support B serves only as a fulcrum and can be a cradle to mate
with the pole diameter of the location.
9.3.1.2 With telescoping live line tool fully extended and no
weight added, the deflection shall not exceed the values
specified in Table 1.
9.3.1.3 With telescoping live line tool fully extended, attach
an external load of 2.27 kg (5 lb) to the load end. See Fig. 1.
The deflection shall not exceed the values specified in Table 1.
9.3.2 Free Fall Impact Test—The telescoping tool shall be
extended to its maximum length and shall be positioned
vertically. The bottom of the tool shall be located 61 cm (24
in.) above a concrete or like surface. When released, the
FIG. 7Electrode Cap Detail
downward movement of the tool shall not be restricted or
slowed.Thetoolshallnotcollapseorrevealsignificantsignsof
damage to the lock devices and shall display no sign of
cracking of the FRP tubes. See Fig. 2.
er’s recommendation, a visual inspection shall be made to 9.3.3 Tension Test—Whenextendedtothemaximumlength,
detect constructional defects, for example, evidence of faulty a telescoping live line tool shall withstand a tensile load of
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thetool.Withoutadditionalrestraint,thedeflection Datthetop
of the fully extended tool shall not exceed the values given in
Table 2.
10. Electrical Design Test Specimen Preparation
10.1 Three telescoping tools shall each have a specimen cut
fromeachtelescopingsection.Eachspecimenshallbe300mm
(12 in.) in length.
10.2 Conditioning Prior to Electrical Tests:
10.2.1 Prior to the first or initial electrical test, the sample
shall be cleaned inside and out with a suitable solvent, as
recommended by the manufacturer, specifically a solvent that
neither destroys the materials from which the tube is made nor
leaves any residue on the surface of the sample.
10.2.2 All tests shall be made before and after exposu
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