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c. Operate for 100,000 cycles at a rate not to exceed 10 cycles per minute. The control key shall be used to remove and replace the cylinder before and after the 100,000 cycle test. Failure of the padlock to operate at the conclusion of the test, inability of the control key to remove and replace the cylinder or key breakage shall constitute failure.
d. Following this test, subject the padlock again to the surreptitious entry test.
Cylinder interchangeability. Padlock cylinders shall be interchanged and operated not less than 5 cycles of locking and unlocking. Failure of any cylinder to properly fit, interchange or unlock the shackle shall constitute failure.
Tension. The padlock shall be held in a device bearing against the top surface of the case without interfering with the shackle. A 9,000 (4082.33 kgs) load shall be applied at the rate of 60 lb. (27.22 kgs.) per second along the vertical center line of the padlock. Pulling of the shackle out of the locked position or the appearance of flaws or cracks on the shackle or case or failure of the lock to operate after the test shall constitute failure of this test.
Forced entry. The padlock shall be fastened to an upright (see jar test). The padlock shall be locked. Any combination of tools similar to the following but not exceeding 20 lbs. (9.1 kgs) in weight with the restrictions noted shall be used in an attempt to defeat the padlock:
a. Bolt cutters (manual)
b. Saws and drills (manual or battery-powered)
c. Heating equipment (producing temperatures less than 1200oF
d. Hammer (manual or battery-powered)
e. Torque levers (manual)
f. Chisels, jimmy and wrecking bars (manual)
g. Chemicals
h. Common hand tools
Defeat of the padlock in less than 15 minutes accumulated work time for the padlock shall constitute failure.
Workmanship. Padlocks, keys, chains, and attachments shall be free from sharp edges, burrs, and slivers, and shall have no defects which will affect use and serviceability.
The issue of ASTM B 117 in effect on the date of the solicitation shall be used to determine compliance with these requirements.
Regulatory requirements. The offeror/contractor is encouraged to use recovered materials in accordance with Public Law 94-580 to the maximum extent practicable.
Preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking. The preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking shall be as specified in the contract or order.
ASTM standards are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
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