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ASTM D4168-95(2002)

Historical Reaffirmation

Standard Test Methods for Transmitted Shock Characteristics of Foam-in-Place Cushioning Materials

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1.1 These test methods determine the shock-absorbing characteristics of foam-in-place packaging materials.

1.2 Test Method A uses a free-fall package drop test apparatus.

1.3 Test Method B uses a shock-test apparatus.

1.4 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.


Data obtained by these methods may be used to determine the transmitted shock cushioning characteristics of foam-in-place packaging materials. These data allow design of cushioning systems that can provide adequate and efficient use of foam for protection of goods during a distribution life-cycle.

These methods, in contrast to other methods that usually test only the cushioning foam, are designed to evaluate foam-in-place cushioning materials in a manner in which the foam-in-place packaging material is used. In particular, the method includes simultaneous use of a plastic film, the foam, and the box usually used in this method of packaging. See Fig. 1.


FIG. 1 Specimen Ready For Test

SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number D4168
Publication Date May 15, 1995
Language en - English
Page Count 5
Revision Level 95(2002)
Supercedes
Committee D10.13
Publish Date Document Id Type View
Jan. 1, 1995 D4168-95 Revision
Oct. 1, 2021 D4168-95R21 Reaffirmation
April 1, 2015 D4168-95R15 Reaffirmation
April 1, 2008 D4168-95R08E01 Reaffirmation
May 15, 1995 D4168-95R02 Reaffirmation