Standard Specification for Paper Used for Vacuum Cleaner Filter Bags

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-23-2024

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This specification covers procedures to be followed for qualifying papers to be used in the manufacture of vacuum cleaner bags and filters. The filtration efficiency of the paper is not evaluated with the use of these test methods.

1.2The procedures appear in the following sections:

Procedure	Sections
Air Permeability (Test Method D737)	3 – 5
Basis Weight (TAPPI Test Method T 410)	6 – 8
Bursting Strength (Mullen Test) (TAPPI Test Method T 403)	9 – 11
Internal Tearing Resistance (TAPPI Test Method T 414)	12 – 14
Tensile Breaking Strength (TAPPI Test Method T 494)	15 – 17

1.3The 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.

1.4This 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.

1.5This 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 11
DocumentType	Standard
Pages	2
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM F 430 : 2013 : R2018