1.1 This test method covers the determination of the flexibility of resilient flooring materials by means of cylindrical mandrel apparatus. It is especially applicable to sheet goods and some tiles.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
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 F137-08(2018) Referenced Document
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
ASTM F141 Standard Terminology Relating to Resilient Floor Coverings*, 2023-08-01 Update
ASTM F137-08(2018) history
2018ASTM F137-08(2018) Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
2008ASTM F137-08(2013) Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
2008ASTM F137-08 Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
2003ASTM F137-03(2007) Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
2003ASTM F137-03 Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
2001ASTM F137-01 Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus
1971ASTM F137-71(1994)e1 Standard Test Method for Flexibility of Resilient Flooring Materials with Cylindrical Mandrel Apparatus