Standard Test Methods for Security of Swinging Door Assemblies

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

10-02-2023

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1These test methods cover door assemblies of various materials and types of construction for use in wall openings to deter unwanted intruders.

1.2Door assemblies, covered by these test methods, also include individual components such as the hinge, lock, door, strike, and jamb.

1.3These test methods are designed to measure the capability of a swinging door assembly to restrain or delay and frustrate the commission of “break-in” crimes.

1.4These test methods apply primarily to typical entry door assemblies.

1.5The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.6This 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.

1.7This 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.

Committee	F 12
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	16
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM F 476 : 2014

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