ASTM D2221-01
Historical Standard: ASTM D2221-01 Standard Test Method for Creep Properties of Package Cushioning Materials
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ASTM D2221
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of creep properties of package cushioning materials. It is applicable to materials available in bulk, sheet, or molded form used for the cushioning of articles during storage, handling, and shipment.
1.2 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.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D4332 Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
E105 Practice for Probability Sampling of Materials
E122 Practice for Calculating Sample Size to Estimate, With Specified Precision, the Average for a Characteristic of a Lot or Process
Keywords
creep; cushioning materials; initial strain; interval strain; permanent set; single point fixture; static compressive loading; static load box fixture; Creep; Cushioning materials;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 55.040 (Packaging materials and accessories)
DOI: 10.1520/D2221-01
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