ASTM F2251-03
Historical Standard: ASTM F2251-03 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
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ASTM F2251
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of thickness of flexible packaging materials using contact micrometers.
1.2 The Precision and Bias statement for this test method was developed using both handheld and bench top micrometers with foot sizes ranging from 4.8 to 15.9 mm (3/16 to 5/8 in.).
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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
D374 Test Methods for Thickness of Solid Electrical Insulation
D1898 Practice for Sampling of Plastics
D4332 Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
D5947 Test Methods for Physical Dimensions of Solid Plastics Specimens
E691 Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
Keywords
dimension; micrometer; thickness measurement;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 55.040 (Packaging materials and accessories)
DOI: 10.1520/F2251-03
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