ASTM D542-13
Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics

Standard No.
ASTM D542-13
Release Date
2013
Published By
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Status
Replace By
ASTM D542-14
Latest
ASTM D542-22
Scope

4.1 This test method measures a fundamental property of matter which is useful for the control of purity and composition for simple identification purposes, and for optical parts design. This test method is capable of readability to four figures to the right of the decimal point.

1.1 This test method covers a procedure for measuring the index of refraction of transparent organic plastic materials.

1.2 A refractometer method is presented. This procedure will satisfactorily cover the range of refractive indices found for such materials. Refractive index measurements require optically homogeneous specimens of uniform refractive index.

Note 1This test method and ISO 489 are technically equivalent.

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.

ASTM D542-13 history

  • 2022 ASTM D542-22 Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics
  • 2014 ASTM D542-14 Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics
  • 2013 ASTM D542-13 Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics
  • 2006 ASTM D542-00(2006) Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics
  • 2000 ASTM D542-00 Standard Test Method for Index of Refraction of Transparent Organic Plastics



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