ASTM D1516-05 (2025) PDF

Full title and description

ASTM D1516-05(2025) — Standard Test Method for Width of Leather. This ASTM test method specifies procedures for measuring the width of leather specimens and regularly shaped leather units before and after conditioning or exposure to test treatments that may change width (for example area‑change or synthetic perspiration tests).

Abstract

Short method describing how to determine and report the width of leather test specimens and finished pieces. The standard sets the measurement intent, unit conventions (inch‑pound as the standard, SI conversions for information), and exclusions (does not apply to wet blue). The document was reapproved/reissued in 2025 without substantive technical change to the 2005 designation (D1516‑05R25).

General information

• Status: Active (reapproved/reissued 2025).
• Publication date: 01 August 2025 (reapproval date shown as 2025).
• Publisher: ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials).
• ICS / categories: 59.140.30 — Leather and furs.
• Edition / version: D1516‑05R25 (original designation D1516‑05, reapproved 2025).
• Number of pages: 2 pages.

Scope

This test method covers determination of the width of physical test specimens and of regularly shaped units and pieces of all types of leather, except wet blue. Values stated in inch‑pound units are the standard; SI conversions are provided for information only. The method is intended for use where width measurements are required before and after tests that may alter specimen dimensions (for example when calculating area change).

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of specimen types and regularly shaped units to which the method applies (all leather types except wet blue).
• Measurement convention: inch‑pound units are normative; SI units given for information only.
• Procedure for measuring width before and after exposure/conditioning to allow calculation of dimensional change (used in area‑change evaluations).
• Short, single‑page (two‑page) format intended to be used with other leather test methods and practices (e.g., conditioning practices and area/area‑change tests).
• Referenced committee and administrative metadata: developed by ASTM Committee D31, Subcommittee D31.07 (Leather).

Typical use and users

Used by leather laboratory technicians, quality control personnel, test laboratories, and product developers to obtain consistent width measurements of leather specimens and finished pieces. Commonly applied alongside conditioning practices and physical tests (tensile, area change, water absorption) to document dimensional stability after treatment, wear‑testing, or exposure. Manufacturers of leather goods (footwear, garments, upholstery), independent testing labs, and standards users reference this method.

Related standards

Often used in combination with other ASTM leather test methods and practices such as D1517 (terminology relating to leather), conditioning practices (D1610 series), thickness and area measurement standards (for example D1813/D1814/D2347), and any test that reports area or dimensional change. The document is cataloged within Book of Standards volume 15.04 (soaps, polishes, leather).

Keywords

width; leather; area change; dimensional measurement; D1516; conditioning; leather testing; leather and furs (ICS 59.140.30).

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM D1516‑05(2025) is the ASTM Standard Test Method for Width of Leather — a short procedural standard for measuring the width of leather specimens and regularly shaped leather units, reapproved in 2025.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It specifies how to measure specimen width before and after conditioning or exposure to tests that may change dimensions; inch‑pound units are the normative units and SI conversions are informational. It explicitly excludes wet blue leather.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Leather test labs, manufacturers (footwear, upholstery, garments), QC departments, and standards users who need consistent width measurements or inputs for area‑change calculations.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2005 designation (D1516‑05) was reapproved/reissued in 2025 (designated D1516‑05R25) and is listed as active; it is not shown as superseded as of the 2025 reapproval. Check the ASTM catalog for any updates after 2025.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is one of several ASTM leather methods maintained by Committee D31 (Book of Standards volume 15.04) and is intended to be used alongside related leather standards (conditioning, thickness, area, tensile tests).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: width, leather, area change, dimensional measurement, D1516, leather testing, ICS 59.140.30.