ASTM F1066-23

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Designation: F1066 − 04 (Reapproved 2018) F1066 − 23
Standard Specification for
Vinyl Composition Floor Tile
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1066; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
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1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers vinyl composition tile (VCT) with either smooth or embossed surfaces for flooring application.
1.2 The 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.
1.3 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.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 The following documents of the issue in effect on the date of material purchase form a part of this specification to the extent
referenced herein:
2.2 ASTM Standards:
D2047 Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
F386 Test Method for Thickness of Resilient Flooring Materials Having Flat Surfaces
F925 Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of Resilient Flooring
F1265 Test Method for Resistance to Impact for Resilient Floor Tile
F1304 Test Method for Deflection of Resilient Floor Tile
F1514 Test Method for Measuring Heat Stability of Resilient Flooring by Color Change
F1914 Test Methods for Short-Term Indentation and Residual Indentation of Resilient Floor Covering
F2055 Test Method for Size and Squareness of Resilient Floor Tile by Dial Gauge Method
F2199 Test Method for Determining Dimensional Stability and Curling Properties of Resilient Flooring after Exposure to Heat
2.3 Other Standards:
ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F06.80 on
Specifications.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2018Dec. 1, 2023. Published October 2018December 2023. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 20142018
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as F1066 – 04 (2018).(2014) . DOI: 10.1520/F1066-04R18.10.1520/F1066-23.
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3. Classification
3.1 The vinyl composition floor tile covered by this specification shall be non-asbestos formulated and classified as follows: Class
1 for solid tile, Class 2 for through pattern tile, and Class 3 for surface pattern tile. These may have either smooth or embossed
wearing surfaces.
4. Ordering Information
4.1 The purchaser shall state whether this specification is to be used, select the preferred options permitted herein, and include the
following information in the invitation to bid and purchase order:
4.1.1 Title, number, and date of this specification,
4.1.2 Class, color, pattern, and wearing surface, (see Section 3),
4.1.3 Quantity in square feet or cartons,
4.1.4 Size required, (see 6.1),
4.1.5 Thickness required (see 6.2),
4.1.6 Lot formation if other than as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 (see Sections 11 and 13),
4.1.7 Sampling, if other than as specified in ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 (see Sections 11 and 13),
4.1.8 Packing requirements if other than as specified (see 15.1),
4.1.9 Depth of depressed areas, if required,
4.1.10 Palletization, if required (agreed upon between the manufacturer and the purchaser),
4.1.11 Marking, if other than specified (agreed upon between the manufacturer and the purchaser), (see 14.1), and
4.1.12 Other requirements (agreed upon between the manufacturer and the purchaser).
5. Materials and Manufacture
5.1 Materials—The tile shall be composed of binder, fillers, and pigments. The binder shall consist of one or more resins of
poly(vinyl chloride) or vinyl chloride copolymers, or both, compounded with suitable plasticizers and stabilizers. Other suitable
polymeric resins may be incorporated as a part of the binder.
5.2 Color, Pattern, and Wearing Surface—The color, pattern, and wearing surface, as applicable shall be as specified in the
contract or order (see 4.1).
NOTE 1—The colors and patterns that are available are indicated in individual manufacturer’s current catalogs. As manufactured, colors vary somewhat
in hue and shade.
5.3 Solid Color Tile—Solid color tile shall be uniform throughout.
5.4 Through Pattern Tile—In through pattern tile, either the pattern and colors on the surface of the tile extend entirely through
the thickness of the tile without significant change, or the colors appearing on the surface shall extend throughout the entire
thickness of the tile, although the appearance of the pattern created by these colors will change throughout the thickness.
5.5 Surface Pattern Tile—The pattern of this tile need not extend through the entire thickness of the tile.
5.5.1 The appearance of the tile, when the wearing layer is removed to a depth of 0.010 in. (0.254 mm), shall compare favorably
for decoration with the tile’s original appearance. The removal of the wearing layer may be accomplished by any suitable method.
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6. Physical Properties
6.1 Size—Unless otherwise specified (see 4.1.4), the tile shall be 1212 in. by 12 in. (305(305 mm by 305 mm). A tolerance of
60.016 in. (0.406 mm) per linear ft (305 mm) shall be permitted when measured in accordance with Test Method F2055. Certain
specialty items are available in other sizes.
1 3
6.2 Thickness—Unless otherwise specified (see 4.1.5), the tile shall be furnished in ⁄16 –in. in. (1.588 mm), ⁄32(1.588-mm), in.
3 1
⁄32-in. (2.381- mm), (2.381 mm), and ⁄8-in. (3.175-mm) in. (3.175 mm) thickness. A tolerance of 60.005 in. (0.127 mm) shall be
permitted when measured in accordance with Test Method F386.
6.3 Squareness—When tested in accordance with Test Method F2055, the out-of-squareness of the tile shall not exceed 0.010 in.
(0.254 mm).
7. Mechanical Properties
7.1 Indentation:
7.1.1 When the tile is tested in accordance with Test Method F1914 at a temperature of 77°F (25°C),77 °F (25 °C), the indentation
at the end of 1 min shall be not less than 0.006 in. (0.152 mm), and not more than 0.015 in. (0.381 mm).
7.1.2 When tested in accordance with Test Method F1914 the indentation at the end of 10 min shall be in conformance with the
requirements of Table 1, and shall correspond to the indentation recorded at the end of 1 min.
7.1.3 When tested in accordance with Test Method F1914 at a temperature of 115°F (46.1°C),115 °F (46.1 °C), the indentation
shall be less than 0.032 in. (0.813 mm) at the end of 30 s.
7.1.4 Embossed Tile—When the requirement for flat surface as set forth in Test Method F1914 cannot be met, the test shall be
made by the manufacturer on unembossed stock and the manufacturer shall supply a certificate of compliance.
7.2 Impact—When the tile is tested in accordance with Test Method F1265, the tile shall not break or crack beyond the prescribed
circle of zinc oxide paste.
7.2.1 For ⁄8-in. (3.175-mm) in. (3.175 mm) tile the weight shall be dropped from a height of 20 in. (508 mm). For tile gagegauge
less than ⁄8-in. (3.175-mm), in. (3.175 mm), the weight shall be dropped from a height of 10 in. (254 mm). Test all products with
a 0.143-lb (0.065-kg)0.143 lb (0.065 kg) weight dropped 4 times.
7.2.2 When testing embossed tile, inscribe a 33 in. 6 ⁄8-in. (76.2 6 3.175-mm) in. (76.2 mm 6 3.175 mm) diameter circle
centrally on the back of each specimen with a felt pen, pencil, or other suitable marker. Do not use the zinc oxide paste specified
in Test Method F1265. Cracks should not go beyond the 33 in. 6 ⁄8-in. (76.2 6 3.175-mm) in. (76.2 mm 6 3.175 mm) diameter
circle. The test shall be run on the specimen with the wearing surface up.
8. Performance Requirements
8.1 Deflection—The tile, when tested in accordance with Test Method F1304, shall deflect not less than 1.0 in. (25.4 mm) both
across and with the grain, without breaking.
TABLE 1 Ten Minute Indentation
After After
1 min 1 min
10 min, max 10 min, max
in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
0.006 0.152 0.0100 0.254 0.011 0.279 0.0162 0.411
0.007 0.178 0.0112 0.284 0.012 0.305 0.0174 0.442
0.008 0.203 0.0124 0.315 0.013 0.330 0.0186 0.472
0.009 0.229 0.0137 0.348 0.014 0.356 0.0197 0.500
0.010 0.254 0.0149 0.378 0.015 0.381 0.0209 0.531
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