ASTM F2128-22

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: F2128 − 22 An American National Standard
Standard Test Method for
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Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2128; 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.
1. Scope 3.2.1 backbar or V-bar—the adjustable component of a
climbing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining
provide support.
the capability of climbing and ladder treestands, climbing
3.2.1.1 Discussion—The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
sticks (Sectional and Continuous), and tripods/towers to with-
stand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer’s rated
3.2.2 climbing treestand – (hand climber) – Type I—a
capacity. For actual specification requirements for each subject
treestand that provides both the means to ascend and descend
unit refer to Specification F3249.
the tree and allow the user to remain at a desired elevation.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded 3.2.2.1 Discussion—It consists of a top section and a foot
platform, which are independent of one another. The user’s
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
arms are used to support and transfer their weight to the top
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
section when ascending or descending.
and are not considered standard.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.2.3 climbing treestand – (sit/stand) – Type II—a treestand
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the that provides both the means to ascend and descend the tree
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
and allow the user to remain at a desired elevation.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
3.2.3.1 Discussion—It consists of a top section and a foot
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
platform, which are independent of one another. The user sits
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
on the extended structure of the top section, opposite the seat,
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
when ascending or descending.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
3.2.4 climbing treestand – (sit/stand) – Type III—a treestand
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
that provides both the means to ascend and descend the tree
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
and allow the user to remain at a desired elevation.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
3.2.4.1 Discussion—It consists of a top section and a foot
platform, which are independent of one another. The user sits
2. Referenced Documents
on the seat of the top section when ascending or descending.
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.2.5 handclimber, or climbing aid—a device to assist
F3249 Specification for Treestands, Climbing Sticks, and
climbing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the
Tripod or Tower Stands
user to support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand
with his legs.
3. Terminology
3.2.6 ladder treestand—atreestandthatissecuredtothetree
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced docu-
at the elevation where the platform is located.
ments are applicable to this practice.
3.2.6.1 Discussion—The ladder treestand can be secured to
3.2 Definitions:
the tree at other locations and has steps that are used to reach
the platform or hunting position.
3.2.7 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—a
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.18 on Treestands. used.
Current edition approved Dec. 15, 2022. Published January 2023. Originally
3.2.7.1 Discussion—The user usually ascends the tree by
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2021 as F2128 – 13 (2021).
some means and then lifts the treestand to the desired position
DOI: 10.1520/F2128-22.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or and secures it for use.
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
3.2.8 platform—the horizontal structural area of a treestand
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. on which th
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