1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the requirements for compressible-washer-type direct tension indicators capable of indicating the achievement of a specified minimum bolt tension in a structural bolt.

1.2 Two types of direct tension indicators in nominal diameter sizes M16 through M36 are covered:

1.2.1 Type 8.8 Direct tension indicators for use with Specification A 325M bolts, and

1.2.2 Type 10.9 Direct tension indicators for use with Specification A 490M bolts.

1.3 Direct tension indicators are intended for installation under either a bolt head or a hardened washer. (See Research Council on Structural Connections: Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts.)

1.4 The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 12 and Appendix X1, of this specification: 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

A325M Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated 830 MPa Minimum Tensile Strength (Metric)

A490M Specification for High-Strength Steel Bolts, Classes 10.9 and 10.9.3, for Structural Steel Joints (Metric)

B695 Specification for Coatings of Zinc Mechanically Deposited on Iron and Steel

D3951 Practice for Commercial Packaging

F436M Specification for Hardened Steel Washers (Metric)

F606M Test Methods for Determining the Mechanical Properties of Externally and Internally Threaded Fasteners, Washers, and Rivets (Metric)

F1470 Practice for Fastener Sampling for Specified Mechanical Properties and Performance Inspection

Research Council on Structural Connections Standard

Keywords

compressible-washer-type; direct tension indicators; DTI; indicators;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 21.060.30 (Washers, locking elements)

DOI: 10.1520/F0959M-99A

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