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ASTM E667-98(2009)

Historical Reaffirmation

Standard Specification for Mercury-in-Glass, Maximum Self-Registering Clinical Thermometers (Withdrawn 2022)

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1.1 This specification covers mercury-in-glass, reusable maximum self-registering clinical thermometers of the types commonly used for measuring body temperatures of humans and of animals. Requirements are given for bulb and stem glasses, mercury, legibility and permanency of markings, dimensions, temperature scale ranges, and graduations, as well as for thermometer stability, ease of resetting, retention of temperature indication, and for accuracy of scale reading. Appropriate methods of testing to determine compliance are provided. Also included is a glossary of terms used in the standard and an appendix with additional information on thermometer glasses and stability.

1.2 All values of temperature in this standard are with reference to the International Temperature Scale of 1990.

1.3 This specification was developed to provide nationally recognized marketing classifications and quality requirements for mercury-in-glass, maximum self-registering clinical thermometers. It is also intended to provide producers, distributors, and users with a common understanding of the characteristics of this product.

1.4 The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test method portion, Section 6 of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This specification covers mercury-in-glass, reusable maximum self-registering clinical thermometers of the types commonly used for measuring body temperatures of humans and of animals. Clinical thermometers shall be classified as follows: basal metabolism or ovulation; multi-use with stubby bulb; oral; rectal; veterinary; and veterinary (heavy duty). The following tests shall be performed to conform to the specified requirements: retention of colorant; accuracy test; ease of resetting; temperature retention; fire cracks; and precision and bias.


SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number E667
Publication Date Oct. 15, 2009
Language en - English
Page Count 7
Revision Level 98(2009)
Supercedes
Committee F04.33
Publish Date Document Id Type View
Dec. 15, 2017 E0667-98R17 Revision
April 10, 1998 E0667-98 Revision
Oct. 15, 2009 E0667-98R09 Reaffirmation
May 10, 2003 E0667-98R03 Reaffirmation