ASTM F964-94

Standard Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Exterior Profiles Used for Fencing

This specification establishes requirements for the material properties and physical properties, including dimensional tolerances and extrusion quality, for rigid poly (vinyl-chloride) (PVC) exterior profiles used for agricultural, commercial, and residential fencing. Note 1-Agricultural fencing system recommendations for specific types of animals shall be obtained from the manufacturer. Note 2-Application, installation, and maintenance of fencing systems information shall be obtained from the manufacturer. 1.2 The material used in these exterior-profiles is limited to rigid poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC) compounds in a single homogeneous extrusion or in a coextrusion of two or more PVC compounds in distinct layers. 1.3 The exterior profiles covered by this specification are limited to round or rectangular tubular-shaped products with exterior walls of uniform thickness. 1.4 Reference shall be made to Specification D4726 for exterior profiles of nonuniform exterior wall thickness or of nontubular shape, or both. 1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are provided for information only. 1.6 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.