ASTM F1934-98
Historical Standard: ASTM F1934-98 Standard Test Method for Weighing a Backpacking or Mountaineering Tent
SUPERSEDED (see Active link, below)
ASTM F1934
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers requirements for weighing and marking tents for use in the sports of backpacking and mountaineering.
1.2 This standard may contain test methods that do not entirely simulate real life situations. The test methods are designed to give reproducible results in a laboratory and, thereby, a means for product comparison.
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.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Inch-pound units appearing in parentheses are for information only.
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
E4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
Keywords
backpacking; mountaineering; tents; weight; Backpacking equipment/testing; Climbing and mountaineering equipment; Recreational equipment; Tents; Weight;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 97.200.30 (Camping equipment and camp-sites)
DOI: 10.1520/F1934-98
ASTM International is a member of CrossRef.