ASTM D3929 : 96e1

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Stress Cracking of Plastics by Adhesives Using the Bent-Beam Method

Standard Details

1.1 This test method describes a procedure for determining the compatibility of adhesives with plastics based on whether the adhesive causes cracking of stressed samples.

1.2 Specimen configurations and test fixture designs are given.

1.3 This test method is suitable for products in the form of sheet or strip. It can also be used on injection molded tensile specimens or flexural bars.

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

1.5 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.