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ASTM F2273-11(2024)

Standard Test Methods for Bicycle Forks

Summary

1.1 These test methods describe mechanical tests for determining the following performance properties:

1.1.1 Compression Load,

1.1.2 Bending Load,

1.1.3 Impact Resistance, and

1.1.4 Bending Fatigue Life (followed by Impact Resistance).

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as 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.


Significance and Use:

5.1 These tests are used to determine the conformance of a bicycle fork sample to a standard specified for each use classification.

Technical characteristics

Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)
Publication Date 05/01/2011
Confirmation Date 12/01/2024
Collection
Page Count 6
Themes Cycles
EAN ---
ISBN ---
Weight (in grams) ---

Replaces

01/05/2011
Superseded , Reaffirmed
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