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Polymer material test method standards are published by ASTM, ISO, and SAE. These also include plastic polymer testing and more specifically, test methods for a variety of polymer-related applications. This includes fatigue testing, biodegradation testing, diester and polyor testing, hardness testing, and many more generic test method standards.

ASTM D4762-18

Standard Guide for Testing Polymer Matrix Composite Materials

1.1 This guide summarizes the application of ASTM standard test methods (and other supporting standards) to continuous-fiber reinforced polymer matrix composite materials. The most commonly used or most applicable ASTM standards are included, emphasizing use of standards of Committee D30 on Composite Materials. 1.2 This guide does not cover all possible standards that could apply to polymer matrix composites and restricts discussion to the documented scope. Commonly used but non-standard industry extensions of test method scopes, such as application of static test methods to fatigue testing, are not discussed. A more complete summary of general composite testing standards, including non-ASTM test methods, is included in the Composite Materials Handbook (CMH-17). 2 Additional specific recommendations for testing textile (fabric, braided) composites are contained in Guide D6856 . 1.3 This guide does not specify a system of measurement; the systems specified within each of the referenced standards shall apply as appropriate. Note that the referenced standards of ASTM Committee D30 are either SI-only or combined-unit standards with SI units listed first. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 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.

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ISO 10210:2012

Plastics - Methods for the preparation of samples for biodegradation testing of plastic materials

ISO 10210:2012 describes methods for the preparation of test samples used in the determination of the ultimate aerobic and anaerobic biodegradability of plastic materials in an aqueous medium, soil, controlled compost or anaerobic digesting sludge. The methods described are designed to provide dimensional consistency of test samples, resulting in improved reproducibility of test results during the determination of the ultimate biodegradability of the product. These methods apply to the following materials: natural and/or synthetic polymers, copolymers or mixtures of these; plastic materials that contain additives, such as plasticizers or colorants; plastic composite materials that contain organic or inorganic fillers; products made from the above materials.

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SAE J 1183-2017

Recommended Guidelines for Fatigue Testing of Elastomeric Materials and Components

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ASTM D4274-21

Standard Test Methods for Testing Polyurethane Raw Materials: Determination of Hydroxyl Numbers of Polyols

1.1 These test methods measure the hydroxyl groups in polyester and polyether polyols containing primary and secondary hydroxyl groups. They also apply to many other hydroxyl-containing substances. 1.1.1 Test Method A - Acetic Anhydride Pressure Bottle, recommended for polyesters. 1.1.2 Test Method B - Phthalic Anhydride Pressure Bottle, recommended for polyethers and polyesters. 1.1.3 Test Method C - Phthalic Anhydride Reflux, recommended for polyethers and polyesters. 1.1.4 Test Method D - Imidazole"“Catalyzed Phthalic Anhydride Pressure Bottle, recommended for polyethers, polyesters, polymer polyols, and amine-initiated polyols. 1.1.5 Test Method E - Imidazole-Catalyzed Pyromellitic Dianhydride Esterification , recommended for polyols used for flexible and rigid polyurethane foams and urethane elastomers. It is recommended for polyester polyols, polyether polyols, amine-started polyols, and polymer polyols (polyacrylonitrile/copolystyrene-based). 1.2 Another ASTM test method for measuring hydroxyl groups is Test Method E222 . 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Note 1: This standard, ISO 14900 and ISO 6796 address the same subject matter, but differ in technical content. 1.5 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.

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ASTM E1069-85(2009)

Standard Test Method for Testing Polymeric Seal Materials for Geothermal and/or High Temperature Service Under Sealing Stress

1.1 This test method covers the initial evaluation of (screening) polymeric materials for seals under static sealing stress and at elevated temperatures. 1.2 This test method applies to geothermal service only if used in conjunction with Test Method E 1068 . 1.3 The test fluid is distilled water. 1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values 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.

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IEC/TR 62662 Ed. 1.0 en:2010

"Guidance for production, testing and diagnostics of polymer insulators with respect to brittle fracture of core materials "

IEC/TR 62662:2010(E) presents an analysis of the risk of influencing factors for brittle fracture of composite insulators that are mostly loaded in the tensile mode (suspension and tension insulators). Guidance is given to reduce the risk of in-service brittle fractures.

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SAE AMS 3085B-2018

Fluid, Reference for Testing AS5780 HPC Class (Polyol) Resistant Material (Also known as Eastman Reference Oil 300)

This specification covers a neopentyl polyol ester fluid (see 8.2) with AS5780 HPC or MIL-PRF-23699 HTS Class performance.

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SAE AMS 3023B-2017

Fluid, Reference for Testing Polyol Ester (And Diester) Resistant Material

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SAE AMS 3021F-2018

Fluid, Reference for Testing Di-Ester (Polyol) Resistant Material

This specification covers a neopentyl polyol ester fluid.

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SAE AIR 4738B-2020

Hardness Testing of Elastomeric O-Rings

This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides a general description of methods for hardness testing of O-rings including factors which affect precision and comparison of results with those obtained in standard tests.

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ASTM D3105-17

Standard Index of Methods for Testing Elastomeric and Plastomeric Roofing and Waterproofing Materials

1.1 This index is provided for reference to aid in the selection of procedures and test methods used in the evaluation of sheet and liquid roofing materials, as appropriate. Composition specifications and analytical methods in general, as well as tests on raw materials, are not included, the scope being limited to procedures used in the evaluation of the materials as received or as finished materials or coatings.

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