ASTM D2578-17
Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films

Standard No.
ASTM D2578-17
Release Date
2017
Published By
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Status
Replace By
ASTM D2578-23
Latest
ASTM D2578-23
Scope
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the wetting tension of a polyethylene or polypropylene film surface in contact with drops of specific test solutions in the presence of air. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. NOTE 1—This test method and the specified reagents were specifically developed for polyethylene and polypropylene films. It is possible to utilize this test method and the specified reagents for films composed of other polymers, but this can affect the surface energies of the gas-liquid and solid-liquid interfaces, which will affect the contact angle and wetting tension. The applicability and significance for use of non-polyolefin materials must be established by the user. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazards statements are given in Section 8. NOTE 2—This test method is equivalent to ISO 8296. 1.4 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 D2578-17 Referenced Document

  • ASTM D618 Standard Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing*2021-07-15 Update
  • ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
  • ISO 8296 Plastics - Film and sheeting - Determination of wetting tension

ASTM D2578-17 history

  • 2023 ASTM D2578-23 Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 2017 ASTM D2578-17 Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 2009 ASTM D2578-09 Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 2008 ASTM D2578-08 Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 2004 ASTM D2578-04a Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 2004 ASTM D2578-04 Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
  • 1999 ASTM D2578-99a Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films
Standard Test Method for Wetting Tension of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Films



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