ASTM F2467-06 (2024) PDF

Full title and description

Standard Practice for Measuring Static Sealing Pressure Using Pressure‑Indicating Film (PIF) in Transportation Applications — ASTM F2467‑06, reapproved 2024. This practice describes a standardized screening technique using pressure‑indicating film to record maximum static sealing pressure at gasket/flange interfaces for transportation equipment and related assemblies.

Abstract

This practice provides a simple, repeatable method to record the maximum contact pressure imprint produced by a sealing interface using pressure‑indicating film (PIF). It is intended as a screening tool to evaluate initial static sealing pressure, verify bolt torque sequences, and identify gross surface waviness or local flatness issues. The method records the maximum attained pressure imprint and does not measure time‑dependent relaxation or in‑service dynamic loads.

General information

• Status: Active — reapproved (designation shown as F2467‑06R24).
• Publication date: Original: January 10, 2006; Reapproved/last updated: 2024 (reapproval record 2024).
• Publisher: ASTM International (Committee F03, Subcommittee F03.10).
• ICS / categories: 55.040 (Packaging materials and accessories / transportation sealing applications).
• Edition / version: F2467‑06R24 (reapproved 2024).
• Number of pages: 2.

(General information above summarized from official reapproval and bibliographic records.)

Scope

This practice covers procedures for using pressure‑indicating film to measure initial static sealing pressure in transportation applications. It specifies film selection (load ranges), placement, imprint reading (manual or scanning), and interpretation guidelines for determining whether initial gasket load is adequate and whether bolt torque sequence or surface flatness/waviness issues exist. Limitations — PIF shows only maximum attained pressures and is unsuitable where the film would kink, twist, be exposed to extreme temperatures or fluids, or where relaxation/dynamic loading after torque is of interest.

Key topics and requirements

• Selection and use of pressure‑indicating film (PIF) appropriate to expected load ranges.
• Placement and handling procedures to avoid artifacts (kinking, twisting, buckling).
• Reading/imaging methods: manual visual comparison or use of scanning/automated readers for quantitative interpretation.
• Interpretation of imprints to assess initial sealing pressure, bolt torque sequence, and gross surface waviness/local flatness.
• Clear statement of limitations: PIF records peak imprint only and does not account for bolt or gasket relaxation, temperature/chemical exposure, or time‑dependent behavior — recommended as a screening method alongside more accurate real‑time load‑measuring techniques when needed.

Typical use and users

Typical users include transportation design and maintenance engineers, gasket and flange assembly technicians, quality assurance and inspection personnel, laboratory technicians performing gasket/seal tests, and researchers evaluating sealing interfaces for containers, tank cars, truck trailers, and other transportation equipment where static gasket sealing performance is important. The practice is used as a quick screening/diagnostic tool in design verification, incoming inspection, maintenance troubleshooting, and factory acceptance checks.

Related standards

Related ASTM and industry standards address gasket sealability, material tests, and complementary measurement methods (examples include other ASTM F‑series standards on gasket/seal evaluation and nonmetallic gasket test methods). For context and cross‑references see collections of ASTM gasket/seal standards and test practices used in transportation sealing applications.

Keywords

pressure‑indicating film; PIF; static sealing pressure; gasket; flange; bolt torque; screening test; transportation sealing; reapproved 2024; ASTM F2467.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F2467‑06 (reapproved 2024) is a standard practice that describes how to use pressure‑indicating film to measure and record the maximum static sealing pressure imprint at gasket/flange interfaces for transportation applications.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers film selection, placement, imprint reading (manual or scanner), interpretation for initial sealing pressure and bolt torque sequencing, and identifies limitations where PIF is not appropriate (extreme temperatures, kinking, fluids, or when relaxation/dynamic loading must be measured).

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Engineers, QA inspectors, maintenance technicians, test laboratories, gasket manufacturers, and others involved in design, verification, and troubleshooting of sealing interfaces in transportation equipment.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The practice was originally published in 2006 and has been reapproved (designation shown as F2467‑06R24). It is recorded as active following reapproval in 2024; users should consult the ASTM record for the official status and any related notices before relying on the document.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is maintained under ASTM Committee F03 (transport packaging and related subcommittees) and is one of several F‑series practices and test methods covering gasket and seal evaluation for transportation and packaging applications.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Pressure‑indicating film (PIF), static sealing pressure, gasket, flange, bolt torque, screening method, transportation sealing, ASTM F2467, reapproved 2024.