ASTM F1972-05e1

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Designation: F1972 − 05
StandardGuide for
Terminology Relating to Candles and Associated Accessory
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This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1972; 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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ε NOTE—Added terms editorially in January 2013.
1. Scope 3.1.5 candle, n—one or more combustible wicks supported
by a material that constitutes a fuel which is solid, semi-solid,
1.1 This guide defines standard terms used to describe
or quasi-rigid at room temperature, 68° to 80°F (20 to 27°C);
candles and associated accessory products.
it can also contain additives that are used for color, odor,
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
stability,ortomodifytheburningcharacteristics;thecombined
as standard. The values given in parentheses are for informa-
function of which is to sustain a light-producing flame.
tion only.
3.1.5.1 altar candle, n—candle that is constructed,
packaged, and labeled as an altar candle.
2. Referenced Documents
(1) Discussion—The candle is used in a place of worship in
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
close proximity to the altar during the religious service or
E136 Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical
ceremony.
Tube Furnace at 750°C
3.1.5.2 birthday candle, n—candle whose sole purpose is to
F2417 Specification for Fire Safety for Candles
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be used on a birthday cake.
2.2 NFPA Standard:
NFPA 909 Code for the Protection of Cultural Resources
3.1.5.3 Easter, Paschal, sacramental candle, n—candle that
is constructed, packaged, and labeled as an Easter, Paschal, or
3. Terminology
sacramental candle (or some combination of these names, for
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: example, Easter/Paschal), generally 43.2 cm (17.0 in.) or more
in length.
3.1.1 base material, n—intended fuel source for candle
flame. (1) Discussion—The candle shall be displayed and burned in
the place of worship as the focal candle during Easter or with
3.1.2 burn cycle, n—length of time the candle is burned
the celebration of various sacraments. The candle is adorned
during one test day. For this test, a burn cycle is 4 h (see
with symbols and ornamentation as required and deemed
Specification F2417).
appropriate.
3.1.3 burn period, n—total time the candle is burned over
3.1.5.4 filled candle, n—a candle produced and used within
the duration of the test. For this test, the burn period will be 16
the same vessel.
h.
3.1.5.5 freestanding candle, n—a rigid candle (for example,
3.1.4 burn time, n—time interval a test specimen supports
pillar-shaped,column-shaped,orfigurine)thatisintendedtobe
sustained flaming combustion after removal of the ignition
burned only on a heat–resistant, noncombustible surface or on
source until all flaming ceases.
a heat-resistant, noncombustible candle accessory.
3.1.5.6 taper candle, n—a slender candle produced to be
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This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F15 on Consumer
used with a candle accessory for support.
Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F15.45 on Candle
Products.
3.1.5.7 tealight candle, n—a cylindrical filled candle pro-
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2005. Published September 2005. Originally
duced with a diameter and height of approximately 1.5 in. (38
approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 1999 as F1972 – 99. DOI:
10.1520/F1972-05E01. mm) and 0.75 in. (19 mm) respectively
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3.1.5.8 votive candle, n—a candle produced for use fully
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on within a candle accessory, specifically, a votive holder.
the ASTM website.
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3.1.6 candle accessory, n—an object designed for use with a
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3.1.6.1 votive holder, n—a small open vessel designed to 3.1.20 label, n—the term label is used to refer not only to
hold a votive candle during use; the votive holder must be stick-on-type labels, but to any other method of providing the
capable of containing the entire volume of the melted votive warning message, for example, melt imprinting, embossing,
candle. direct printing, etc.
3.1.7 candle burner, n—candle holder that has an enclosed, 3.1.21 molten fuel pool, n—portion of the wa
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