ASTM F1105-09(2020)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Preparing Aircraft Cleaning Compounds, Liquid-Type, Temperature-Sensitive, or Solvent-Based, for Storage Stability Testing
Standard Practice for Preparing Aircraft Cleaning Compounds, Liquid-Type, Temperature-Sensitive, or Solvent-Based, for Storage Stability Testing
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This practice determines the procedure to be used to ensure the long-term storage stability of aircraft cleaning and maintenance products in order to ensure their ability to meet the shelf-life requirements called up in specifications or contract documents. The subsequent testing requirements are detailed in the specification or contract.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the determination of the stability in storage of liquid enzyme-based, terpene-based, and solvent-based chemical cleaning compounds used to clean the exterior surfaces of aircraft.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Oct-2020
- Technical Committee
- F07 - Aerospace and Aircraft
- Drafting Committee
- F07.07 - Qualification Testing of Aircraft Cleaning Materials
Overview
ASTM F1105-09(2020) is a standard practice developed by ASTM International, providing detailed procedures for preparing aircraft cleaning compounds-specifically liquid-type, temperature-sensitive, or solvent-based products-for storage stability testing. This standard is essential for manufacturers and suppliers of chemical cleaning compounds used on aircraft exteriors, ensuring these materials meet required shelf-life specifications before being released to the market or incorporated in aerospace maintenance contracts.
Ensuring long-term storage stability of these cleaning compounds is crucial for maintaining their effectiveness, safety, and compliance with aircraft cleaning regulations and contractual requirements.
Key Topics
- Scope of Standard: Covers procedures for determining storage stability of liquid enzyme-based, terpene-based, and solvent-based chemical cleaning compounds intended for cleaning external aircraft surfaces.
- Sample Preparation: Testing requires carefully selected, sealed samples from controlled production batches, typically in accordance with Federal Specification PPP-P-704.
- Storage Conditions:
- Temperature Control: Samples must be stored for up to 12 months within 10–27 °C (50–80 °F).
- Special Intervals: Includes 15-day exposures to cold (−8 °C) and hot (32 °C) temperatures at specified periods during the test.
- Static Storage: Containers should remain undisturbed except for required temperature changes, minimizing any movement or agitation.
- Testing and Documentation:
- After storage, examination for corrosion, sediment, and compliance to further specification or contract requirements is conducted.
- Each sample must be appropriately labeled with key details such as supplier, batch number, test dates, and cold/hot test periods.
- Significance of Use: Helps verify that aircraft cleaning products retain their properties for the duration of their intended shelf-life, providing confidence in their performance when needed for aircraft maintenance.
Applications
- Aerospace Industry Compliance: Ensures aircraft cleaning compounds remain stable, effective, and safe throughout the expected storage period, supporting compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
- Quality Assurance: Used during the qualification or acceptance phase of cleaning product production to verify long-term stability before shipment or contract acceptance.
- Supplier and Contract Management: Helps manufacturers and suppliers meet shelf-life clauses in procurement contracts for aircraft cleaning agents.
- Global Standardization: Developed in alignment with internationally recognized principles, making it relevant for organizations operating in multiple regions or under multinational aerospace maintenance agreements.
Related Standards
- Federal Specification PPP-P-704: Concerns requirements for metal shipping pails used for storing chemical compound samples.
- Other ASTM Standards for Aircraft Maintenance Materials: May include related quality assurance, testing, and performance standards for specialty chemicals and cleaning agents used in aerospace.
- International Standardization Principles: Developed in accordance with World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) guidelines, ensuring global applicability.
By adhering to ASTM F1105-09(2020), organizations can ensure the reliability, safety, and compliance of aircraft cleaning compounds, directly supporting aircraft maintenance procedures and procurement specifications. This standard is a valuable reference for quality assurance teams, regulatory compliance officers, and suppliers in the aerospace chemical sector.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM F1105-09(2020) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Practice for Preparing Aircraft Cleaning Compounds, Liquid-Type, Temperature-Sensitive, or Solvent-Based, for Storage Stability Testing". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 This practice determines the procedure to be used to ensure the long-term storage stability of aircraft cleaning and maintenance products in order to ensure their ability to meet the shelf-life requirements called up in specifications or contract documents. The subsequent testing requirements are detailed in the specification or contract. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the determination of the stability in storage of liquid enzyme-based, terpene-based, and solvent-based chemical cleaning compounds used to clean the exterior surfaces of aircraft. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 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.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 This practice determines the procedure to be used to ensure the long-term storage stability of aircraft cleaning and maintenance products in order to ensure their ability to meet the shelf-life requirements called up in specifications or contract documents. The subsequent testing requirements are detailed in the specification or contract. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the determination of the stability in storage of liquid enzyme-based, terpene-based, and solvent-based chemical cleaning compounds used to clean the exterior surfaces of aircraft. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 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 F1105-09(2020) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.040 - Coatings and related processes used in aerospace industry. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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: F1105 − 09 (Reapproved 2020)
Standard Practice for
Preparing Aircraft Cleaning Compounds, Liquid-Type,
Temperature-Sensitive, or Solvent-Based, for Storage
Stability Testing
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1105; 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 3.2 The sample container shall be subjected to the specified
storage environment for a period of 12 months. The test shall
1.1 This practice covers the determination of the stability in
be completed prior to 24 months from date of packaging.
storage of liquid enzyme-based, terpene-based, and solvent-
based chemical cleaning compounds used to clean the exterior
4. Significance and Use
surfaces of aircraft.
4.1 This practice determines the procedure to be used to
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
ensure the long-term storage stability of aircraft cleaning and
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
maintenance products in order to ensure their ability to meet
only.
the shelf-life requirements called up in specifications or con-
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
tract documents. The subsequent testing requirements are
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
detailed in the specification or contract.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
5. Sampling
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
5.1 The sample for storage stability testing shall be taken
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
from a controlled production formula, packaged lot, or batch
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
delivered in a sealed, filled container to the purchaser for use.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
This sample is normally a 1-gal can conforming to Federal
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
Specification PPP-P-704. This material shall have previously
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
been tested and passed all other specification requirements for
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
qualification or acceptance. The sample container selected for
the test shall be kept sealed and unopened for the duration of
2. Referenced Documents
the test. The sample container shall be durably and legibly
2.1 U.S. Government Document:
marked with the following minimum information:
Federal Specification PPP-P-704 Pails, Metal Shipping,
Steel 1 through 12 Gallons
Storage Stability Test Sample
3. Summary of Practice
Supplier
3.1 Storage stability is determined by evaluation of the
Formula number
effect of time, temperature, and environmental conditions on
Date of packaging
the cleaning compound. Samples used for testing are filled
Cold test period
Hot test period
containerstakenfromthemanufacturer’scontrolledproduction
Batch/Lot No.
formulation, packaged, and delivered to the purchaser for
Test began
normal use.
Test ends
6. Procedure
This practice is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F07 on Aerospace
6.1 Storage Environment—Place the sample container in a
and Aircraft and is the direct responsibility of Su
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