ASTM D3579-77(1999)e1
Historical Standard: ASTM D3579-77(1999)e1 Standard Specification for Rubber Surgical Drainage Tubes, Penrose-Type
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ASTM D3579
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers Penrose-type rubber tubes used in performing certain surgical drainage procedures.
1.2 The specification provides for packaged sterile rubber tubes and packaged or bulk nonsterile rubber tubes.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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
D412 Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers--Tension
D573 Test Method for Rubber--Deterioration in an Air Oven
Other Documents
ISO2859 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by AttributesKeywords
drainage tubes; penrose; surgical; Consumer products--specifications; Drainage tubes (rubber); Medical materials/applications--specifications; Penrose surgical drainage tubes; Rubber medical/surgical applications--specifications; Surgical suction and drainage systems;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 11.040.30 (Surgical instruments and materials)
DOI: 10.1520/D3579-77R99E01
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