ASTM F366-04(2009)
Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires

Standard No.

ASTM F366-04(2009)

Release Date

2004

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM F366-10

Latest

ASTM F366-24

Scope

1.1 This specification covers functional dimensions for fixation pins and wires.

1.2 In recognition of many broad and varied uses of such pins and wires, many options are included. A variety, but not necessarily all, of the options are illustrated in Figs. 1-3.

1.3 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.

Note 18212;Pins and wires may be smooth shank or threaded.

Note 28212;Point angle and helix angle, where applicable, is as specified by manufacturer.

Note 38212;On square or triangular shanks, flats are equal and corners are on the same circumference as the pin diameter. Shank diameters on pins larger than ¹/₈ in. (3.2 mm) may be reduced.

Note 48212;Optional designs, both ends pointed or point with suture hole.

FIG. 1 Fixation Pins and Wires

Note 18212;Shall be made of one piece of material; that is, not an assembly of two or more pieces.

Note 28212;Thread major diameter may be the same or larger than the shaft diameter.

Note 38212;Thread length shall be optional to suit intended medical application.

Note 48212;Optional marking in this location.

FIG. 2 Fixation Pin-Knowles Type

Note 18212;Thread major diameter may be the same or larger than the shaft diameter.

Note 28212;Thread length shall be optional to suit intended medical application.

FIG. 3 Fixation Pin-Hagie Type

ASTM F366-04(2009) Referenced Document

• ASTM F1314 Standard Specification for Wrought Nitrogen Strengthened 22 Chromium - 13 Nickel - 5 Manganese - 2.5 Molybdenum Stainless Steel Alloy Bar and Wire for Surgical Implants (UNS S20910)
• ASTM F136 Standard Specification for Wrought Titanium-6 Aluminum-4 Vanadium ELI (Extra Low Interstitial) Alloy (UNS R56401) for Surgical Implant Applications
• ASTM F138 Standard Specification for Wrought 18 Chromium-14 Nickel-2.5 Molybdenum Stainless Steel Bar and Wire for Surgical Implants (UNS S31673)
• ASTM F1537 Standard Specification for Wrought Cobalt-28Chromium-6Molybdenum Alloys for Surgical Implants (UNS R31537, UNS R31538, and UNS R31539)
• ASTM F1586 Standard Specification for Wrought Nitrogen Strengthened 21 Chromium8212;10 Nickel8212;3 Manganese8212;2.5 Molybdenum Stainless Steel Bar for Surgical Implants (UNS S31675)
• ASTM F562 Standard Specification for Wrought 35Cobalt-35Nickel-20Chromium-10Molybdenum Alloy for Surgical Implant Applications (UNS R30035)
• ASTM F563 Standard Specification for Wrought Cobalt-20Nickel-20Chromium-3.5Molybdenum-3.5Tungsten-5Iron Alloy for Surgical Implant Applications (UNS R30563) (Withdrawn 2005)
• ASTM F67 Standard Specification for Unalloyed Titanium for Surgical Implant Applications (UNS R50250, UNS R50400, UNS R50550, UNS R50700)
• ASTM F75 Standard Specification for Cobalt-28 Chromium-6 Molybdenum Alloy Castings and Casting Alloy for Surgical Implants (UNS R30075)
• ASTM F86 Standard Practice for Surface Preparation and Marking of Metallic Surgical Implants
• ASTM F90 Standard Specification for Wrought Cobalt-20 Chromium-15 Tungsten-10 Nickel Alloy for Surgical Implant Applications (UNS R30605)

ASTM F366-04(2009) history

• 2024 ASTM F366-24 Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2017 ASTM F366-17 Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2010 ASTM F366-10(2015) Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2010 ASTM F366-10 Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2004 ASTM F366-04(2009) Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2004 ASTM F366-04 Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires
• 2000 ASTM F366-82(2000) Standard Specification for Fixation Pins and Wires