ASTM D1505 : 03

Standard Test Method for Density of Plastics by the Density-Gradient Technique

Standard Details

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the density of solid plastics.

1.2 This test method is based on observing the level to which a test specimen sinks in a liquid column exhibiting a density gradient, in comparison with StandardDetails of known density.

Note 1—The comparable ISO document is ISO 1183-2. There has not been any data generated to date comparing the results of the ISO method with this method.

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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.