ASTM F3151-17
(Specification)Standard Specification for Driven Steel Post Drive Anchor System
Standard Specification for Driven Steel Post Drive Anchor System
ABSTRACT
This specification establishes the material requirements and installation procedures for driven steel post drive anchor systems. It provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post frameworks to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence. The drive anchor clamp bracket—the pressed steel fitting that secures the drive anchors to the post—shall be pressed steel, minimum of 11 ga. x 1 in. wide, minimum 1.2 oz/ft² hot dipped zinc coating. The bracket shall be secured using 3/8 in. diameter bolts. Industrial/commercial applications require all driven steel anchors, including round or square sections, to have equal or greater strength characteristics as the historical 1 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. x 1/8 in. steel angle irons. Whichever shape is chosen, the yield strength shall be 35,000 psi, maximum bending moment 6,462 lb/in., minimum 1.2 oz/ft² zinc coating, and gripping surface area 3 in.².
This specification also includes post-anchoring system guidelines for commercial use.
SCOPE
1.1 This standard provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post framework to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence.
1.2 This standard is not intended to include all methods available to support fence post framework.
1.3 This standard does not intend to preclude any practice that has proven equal to or given better performance under varying conditions such as location, weather, or intended use.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard.
1.5 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.
1.6 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.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Sep-2017
- Technical Committee
- F14 - Fences
- Drafting Committee
- F14.10 - Specific Applications and Other Fence Systems and Components
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2013
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2010
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2008
Overview
ASTM F3151-17: Standard Specification for Driven Steel Post Drive Anchor System establishes material and installation requirements for driven steel post drive anchor systems. Serving as an alternative to traditional concrete footings, this standard enables the secure installation of steel post frameworks supporting a variety of fences, including chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental styles, rigid PVC, and composite fencing. This specification focuses on ensuring structural stability and long-term durability through precise material standards and installation guidelines applicable for both residential and commercial fencing projects.
Key Topics
- Alternative to Concrete Footings: Driven steel post drive anchor systems provide robust underground support, eliminating the need for concrete foundations. This enables faster installation and flexibility in various site conditions.
- Material Specifications:
- Drive anchor clamp bracket manufactured from pressed steel, minimum of 11 gauge, 1 inch wide, and coated with at least 1.2 oz/ft² hot-dipped zinc for corrosion resistance.
- Bracket attachment must use 3/8 inch diameter bolts.
- Industrial/commercial anchors, whether round or square, must match or exceed the strength of a 1-1/2 in. x 1-1/2 in. x 1/8 in. steel angle iron. Required yield strength is 35,000 psi and a minimum gripping surface area of 3 in.².
- Installation Guidelines:
- Site assessment includes checking terrain, soil conditions, frost lines, and wind exposure.
- Standard installation involves driving posts to a minimum depth of 24 inches, with additional depth required for taller fences.
- Post-anchoring system selection and configuration depend on fence design, wind load, and closure percentage.
- Applicability and Limitations:
- The standard does not preclude the use of other practices proven to perform equally or better based on varying site conditions.
- Safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance is the responsibility of the user.
Applications
ASTM F3151-17 is widely applied in situations where rapid, durable, and cost-effective fence installation is required. Major application sectors include:
- Residential Fencing: Enables sturdy post installations for chain link, wood, PVC, and composite fences up to 60 inches high, ideal for property boundaries or garden enclosures.
- Commercial and Industrial Fencing: Provides reliable anchoring for high-traffic, high-security fencing solutions around warehouses, factories, parks, schools, or transportation infrastructures.
- Temporary and Security Barriers: Particularly suitable where removability or rapid deployment of fencing is critical, such as in construction sites or events.
- Weather-Resistant Fencing: The hot-dipped zinc coating ensures corrosion resistance, making these anchor systems valuable in locations subject to high moisture or harsh environmental conditions.
Related Standards
- ASTM F567: Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence, referenced for complementary installation practices.
- ASTM F1043: Specification for Strength and Protective Coatings on Steel Industrial Fence Framework, providing additional guidelines for material quality and protective measures.
- Guidelines from the World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee: The development and adoption of ASTM F3151-17 align with internationally recognized principles, supporting global trade and interoperability.
Keywords
Driven steel post anchor system, steel fence posts, anchor clamp bracket, galvanized steel anchors, concrete footing alternatives, fence stabilization, ASTM F3151-17, post anchoring system, chain link fence installation, commercial fence anchoring.
By following ASTM F3151-17, stakeholders ensure that fence installations achieve required strength, durability, and resilience, while benefiting from efficient installation and reduced reliance on concrete. This standard is essential for engineers, contractors, and specifiers focused on quality assurance in modern fence construction.
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ASTM F3151-17 is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Driven Steel Post Drive Anchor System". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification establishes the material requirements and installation procedures for driven steel post drive anchor systems. It provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post frameworks to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence. The drive anchor clamp bracket—the pressed steel fitting that secures the drive anchors to the post—shall be pressed steel, minimum of 11 ga. x 1 in. wide, minimum 1.2 oz/ft² hot dipped zinc coating. The bracket shall be secured using 3/8 in. diameter bolts. Industrial/commercial applications require all driven steel anchors, including round or square sections, to have equal or greater strength characteristics as the historical 1 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. x 1/8 in. steel angle irons. Whichever shape is chosen, the yield strength shall be 35,000 psi, maximum bending moment 6,462 lb/in., minimum 1.2 oz/ft² zinc coating, and gripping surface area 3 in.². This specification also includes post-anchoring system guidelines for commercial use. SCOPE 1.1 This standard provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post framework to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence. 1.2 This standard is not intended to include all methods available to support fence post framework. 1.3 This standard does not intend to preclude any practice that has proven equal to or given better performance under varying conditions such as location, weather, or intended use. 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. 1.5 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. 1.6 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.
ABSTRACT This specification establishes the material requirements and installation procedures for driven steel post drive anchor systems. It provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post frameworks to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence. The drive anchor clamp bracket—the pressed steel fitting that secures the drive anchors to the post—shall be pressed steel, minimum of 11 ga. x 1 in. wide, minimum 1.2 oz/ft² hot dipped zinc coating. The bracket shall be secured using 3/8 in. diameter bolts. Industrial/commercial applications require all driven steel anchors, including round or square sections, to have equal or greater strength characteristics as the historical 1 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. x 1/8 in. steel angle irons. Whichever shape is chosen, the yield strength shall be 35,000 psi, maximum bending moment 6,462 lb/in., minimum 1.2 oz/ft² zinc coating, and gripping surface area 3 in.². This specification also includes post-anchoring system guidelines for commercial use. SCOPE 1.1 This standard provides an alternative to the use of concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post framework to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence. 1.2 This standard is not intended to include all methods available to support fence post framework. 1.3 This standard does not intend to preclude any practice that has proven equal to or given better performance under varying conditions such as location, weather, or intended use. 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. 1.5 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. 1.6 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.
ASTM F3151-17 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.140.99 - Other hand-held tools. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM F3151-17 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM F1043-17a, ASTM F1043-17, ASTM F1043-16a, ASTM F1043-16, ASTM F1043-14, ASTM F567-14a, ASTM F567-14, ASTM F1043-13, ASTM F1043-12, ASTM F567-11a, ASTM F1043-11a, ASTM F1043-11, ASTM F567-11, ASTM F1043-10, ASTM F1043-08. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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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.
Designation:F3151 −17
Standard Specification for
Driven Steel Post Drive Anchor System
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3151; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.1.3 drive anchor clamp bracket—pressed steel fitting that
secures the drive anchors to the post.
1.1 This standard provides an alternative to the use of
concrete footings for the purpose of installing steel post
4. Materials
framework to support chain link, expanded metal, welded wire
4.1 Drive anchor clamp bracket to be pressed steel, mini-
mesh, wood, ornamental, rigid PVC, and composite fence.
mumof11ga.×1in.wide,minimum1.2oz/ft hotdippedzinc
1.2 This standard is not intended to include all methods
coating. Bracket secured using ⁄8 in. diameter bolts.
available to support fence post framework.
4.2 Drive anchors.
1.3 This standard does not intend to preclude any practice
4.2.1 Industrial/commercial applications require all driven
that has proven equal to or given better performance under
steelanchors,includingroundorsquaresections,tohaveequal
varying conditions such as location, weather, or intended use.
or greater strength characteristics as the historical 1 ⁄2 in. ×
1 1
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
1 ⁄2in.× ⁄8in.steelangleirons.Whichevershapechosenmust
as standard.
have a yield strength of 35,000 psi, a maximum bending
momentof6,462lb/in.,aminimum1.2oz/ft zinccoating,and
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
a gripping surface area of 3 in.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
4.2.2 Residential applications for fences up to 60 inches in
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
height require 1 in. × 1 in. × ⁄8 in. steel angle having a
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
minimumzinccoating1.2oz/ft ,ayieldstrengthof35,000psi,
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
or alternate steel shapes of equal strength, coating, and surface
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
gripping area.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
5. Installation
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical 5.1 The installer shall investigate the various conditions of
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. the site, such as terrain contours, soil characteristics (texture,
density, moisture content), frost line, amount of rainfall,
2. Referenced Documents
velocity of wind, and related factors to ascertain if drive
2.1 ASTM Standards: anchors are applicable.
F567Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
5.2 Infringementofanchorsonpropertyownedbyothers.In
F1043Specification for Strength and Protective Coatings on
this situation the anchors may be inserted parallel to the fence
Steel Industrial Fence Framework
line, rather than perpendicular. In performance tests, there is
little difference in the orientation of the blades.
3. Terminology
5.3 The procedure to install bolted drive anchors includes
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
the following steps:
3.1.1 anchor—means of stabilizing vertical fence frame-
5.3.1 Under normal conditions, drive the post plumb to a
work members with underground support equal to or greater
minimum depth of 24 in. plus an additional 6 in. for each 1 ft
than a concrete footing.
increase in the fence height over 4 ft. Climate, soil conditions,
3.1.2 drive anchor—steel members driven into the ground
or local regulations may require greater depth.
to support
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