ASTM D5596-03
Historical Standard: ASTM D5596-03 Standard Test Method for Microscopic Evaluation of the Dispersion of Carbon Black in Polyolefin Geosynthetics
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ASTM D5596
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers equipment, specimen preparation techniques, and procedures for evaluating the dispersion of carbon black in polyolefin geosynthetics containing less than 5 % carbon black by weight.
1.2 This test method allows for a qualitative evaluation of carbon black agglomerates and other inclusions in polyolefin geosynthetics. This evaluation is based on carbon black dispersion size calculated area within microscopic fields of view.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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.
Note 1This test method is for the evaluation of carbon black dispersion. This test method does not support or evaluate the distribution of carbon black.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
D3053 Terminology Relating to Carbon Black
D4439 Terminology for Geosynthetics
E7 Terminology Relating to Metallography
Keywords
Carbon black; Dispersion; Geosynthetics; Inclusions; Polyolefin (PO); Visual examination--plastics;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 59.080.70 (Geotextiles)
DOI: 10.1520/D5596-03
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