ASTM F1151-88 (2008) PDF

Full title and description

ASTM F1151-88 (R2008) — Standard Test Method for Determining Variations in Hardness of Film Ribbon Pancakes. This short test method describes procedures for measuring and comparing hardness variations between rewound film/ribbon “pancakes” to help control slitter/rewind operations and maintain consistent rewinding force.

Abstract

This standard specifies a simple comparative hardness test for film ribbon pancakes (inked ribbons and similar copy-material ribbons). The method enables operators and quality personnel to quantify variations in pancake hardness so slitter settings and rewind tension can be adjusted to achieve uniform winding and acceptable handling characteristics. The procedure uses SI units and is presented as a short, 3‑page test method (reaffirmed in 2008).

General information

• Status: Withdrawn (withdrawn by ASTM in March 2015; withdrawn without replacement).
• Publication date: Reaffirmation date / edition shown as 01 July 2008 (original designation F1151-88).
• Publisher: ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and Materials).
• ICS / categories: Listed under motion-picture/film related classification and related surface/film testing ICS areas (examples recorded: ICS 37.060.20 — Motion picture films; related indexing also shows surface/coating test groupings).
• Edition / version: F1151-88 (reaffirmed 2008) — commonly referenced as ASTM F1151-88 (R2008).
• Number of pages: 3 pages (concise test method).

Scope

This test method covers determination of variations in hardness of film ribbon pancakes (including inked ribbons and similar copy materials). Values are stated in SI units; the method is intended for comparative hardness evaluation (not for establishing absolute material properties) and does not attempt to address all possible safety concerns associated with its use. The procedure was maintained under ASTM Committee F05 (Business Imaging Products) prior to withdrawal.

Key topics and requirements

• Purpose: measure and compare hardness variations between film/ribbon pancakes to support consistent rewinding and slitting operations.
• Test focus: small, practical hardness checks suitable for production or QC settings for inked ribbons/film strips.
• Units and presentation: SI units are the standard presentation in the method.
• Scope limits: short procedural standard (3 pages) intended for industry practice; does not substitute for broader mechanical-property test methods.
• Status note: document was withdrawn in 2015 due to limited industry use; use today is historical or for labs retaining legacy procedures.

Typical use and users

Primary users were slitter and rewind operators, quality-control technicians, and laboratory personnel in companies producing or processing inked copy ribbons, film strips, and related media. The method was used on the production floor to compare pancake hardness and to adjust rewinding tension/settings for downstream handling and finishing. Today the method is mainly of interest to organizations maintaining legacy processes or historical records of test procedures.

Related standards

Related documents typically include other ASTM practices and test methods for film, ribbon, and copy-material assessment and visual/physical evaluation methods under the jurisdiction of Committee F05 (Business Imaging Products). Historical lists and catalogues also cross-reference visual color-evaluation and film testing standards used in imaging and ribbon industries (examples appear in ASTM catalog records and third‑party standards indexes).

Keywords

film ribbon pancake; pancake hardness; inked ribbon; slitter winding tension; hardness test; pancake variation; visual examination; copy materials.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F1151-88 (reaffirmed 2008) is a short ASTM test method titled "Standard Test Method for Determining Variations in Hardness of Film Ribbon Pancakes" used to compare hardness between ribbon pancakes.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers a comparative procedure for determining variations in hardness of film/ribbon pancakes (inked ribbons and similar copy materials), presented in SI units and intended to help control rewinding/rewind tension.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Historically, slitter operators, production and quality-control staff in ribbon and film processing, and lab personnel in imaging/ribbon manufacturing used the method to standardize rewind force and detect hardness variation.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: This standard was withdrawn in March 2015 and is no longer an active ASTM standard; it was withdrawn without replacement due to limited industry use. Organizations should verify current, active ASTM methods for any operational testing needs.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It was maintained under ASTM Committee F05 (Business Imaging Products) and exists as a stand‑alone short test method (F1151) with historical reaffirmments; related F05 documents address other imaging/ribbon/film test methods.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords include film ribbon pancake, hardness, slitter winding tension, inked ribbons, pancake variation, visual examination, and copy materials.