ASTM E1133-86(2022)
Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements

Standard No.

ASTM E1133-86(2022)

Release Date

2022

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Latest

ASTM E1133-86(2022)

Scope

1.1 This practice describes the procedures for testing loaded shipping containers that would be sold to the United States government. The following tests are performed to measure the ability of the shipping container to protect the contents from the environment, shock, and vibration during wartime conditions. This practice is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing pre-shipment test procedures. The suitability of this practice for use with hazardous materials has not been determined. 1.2 The procedures covered in this practice are suitable for all types of laboratory apparatus including reusable and disposable macro and micro products. 1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered 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. 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.

ASTM E1133-86(2022) Referenced Document

• ASTM D1083 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates
• ASTM D4169 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
• ASTM D4332 Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
• ASTM D685 Standard Practice for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products for Testing
• ASTM D951 Standard Test Method for Water Resistance of Shipping Containers by Spray Method

ASTM E1133-86(2022) history

• 2022 ASTM E1133-86(2022) Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements
• 2016 ASTM E1133-86(2016) Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements
• 1986 ASTM E1133-86(2010) Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements
• 1986 ASTM E1133-86(2005) Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements
• 1986 ASTM E1133-86(2000) Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements
• 2000 ASTM E1133-86(1996)e1 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packaged Laboratory Apparatus for United States Government Procurements