ASTM D1675-18 - Standard Test Methods for Polytetrafluoroethylene Tubing
Standard Test Methods for Polytetrafluoroethylene Tubing
| Standard number: | ASTM D1675-18 |
| Released: | 01.05.2018 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Section: | 10.01 |
| Keywords: | ac breakdown voltage; bending effects; inside diameter; melting point; penetration resistance; polytetrafluoroethylene; PTFE; specific gravity; strain relief (shrinkage); tubes; volatile content; wall thickness; |
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for testing polytetrafluoroethylene tubing for use as electrical insulation. The procedures appear in the following sections:
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| Conditioning | 7 | ... |
| Dielectric Breakdown Voltage | 28 – 30 | D149, D876 |
| Inside Diameter | 8 – 13 | D876 |
| Mandrel Bend Test | 46 – 52 | D149, D876 |
| Melting Point | 41 – 45 | D3418, D4895 |
| Penetration Test | 26 and 27 | D876 |
| Specific Gravity | 36 – 40 | D792, D1505 |
| Strain Relief | 31 – 35 | ... |
| Volatile Loss | 20 – 25 | ... |
| Wall Thickness | 14 – 19 | ... |
Note 1: These test methods are similar but not identical to those in IEC 60684–2.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are the standard except for temperature, which is stated in degrees Celsius. Values in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific warning statements, see Section 5.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.