ASTM F1720-96(2004)
Historical Standard: ASTM F1720-96(2004) Standard Test Method for Measuring Thermal Insulation of Sleeping Bags Using a Heated Manikin
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ASTM F1720
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers determination of the insulation value of a sleeping bag. It measures the resistance to dry heat transfer from a constant skin temperature manikin to a relatively cold environment. This is a static test that generates reproducible results, but the manikin cannot simulate real life sleeping conditions relating to some human and environmental factors, examples of which are listed in the introduction.
1.2 The insulation values obtained apply only to the sleeping bag, as tested, and for the specified thermal and environmental conditions of each test, particularly with respect to air movement past the manikin.
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
F1291 Test Method for Measuring the Thermal Insulation of Clothing Using a Heated Manikin
ISO Standards
ISO15831 2004 ClothingPhysiological EffectsMeasurement of Thermal Insulation by Means of a Thermal ManikinKeywords
clo; insulation; sleeping bags; Dry heat transfer resistance; Insulation; Mannequin; Sleeping bags; Thermal insulating materials
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 17.200.10 (Heat. Calorimetry); 59.080.99 (Other products of the textile industry)
DOI: 10.1520/F1720-96R04
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