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ASTM D1596-14

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Standard Test Method for Dynamic Shock Cushioning Characteristics of Packaging Material

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1.1 This test method covers a procedure for obtaining dynamic shock cushioning characteristics of packaging materials through acceleration-time data achieved from dropping a falling guided platen assembly onto a motionless sample. This test method does not address any effects or contributions of exterior packaging assemblies.

1.2 The data acquired may be used for a single point or for use in developing a dynamic cushion curve for the specific material being tested. Such data may be used for comparison among different materials at specific input conditions, or qualifying materials against performance specifications. Caution should be used when attempting to compare data from different methods or when using such data for predicting in-package performance. Depending upon the particular materials of concern, correlation of such data (from among differing procedures or for predicting in–package performance) may be highly variable.

Note 1Alternative and related method for possible consideration is Test Method D4168.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only.

1.4 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.


5.1 Dynamic cushioning test data obtained by this test method are applicable to the cushioning material and not necessarily the same as obtained in a package. In addition to the influence of the package, the data can also be affected by the specimen area, thickness, loading rate, and other factors.

SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number D1596
Publication Date April 1, 2014
Language en - English
Page Count 4
Revision Level 14
Supercedes
Committee D10.13
Publish Date Document Id Type View
April 1, 2014 D1596-14 Revision
Jan. 1, 1997 D1596-97 Revision
Oct. 1, 2023 D1596-14R23 Reaffirmation
Oct. 1, 2021 D1596-14R21 Reaffirmation
Aug. 1, 2011 D1596-97R11 Reaffirmation
April 10, 1997 D1596-97R03 Reaffirmation