ASTM D2176-16 PDF

Scope: 4.1 The folding endurance is frequently used to estimate the ability of the paper and plastics film to withstand repeated bending, folding, and creasing.

4.2 Folding endurance has also been found useful in measuring the deterioration of paper and plastics film upon aging.

1.1 This test method describes the use of the M.I.T.-type folding apparatus for determining folding endurance of paper and plastics film. The M.I.T. tester can be adjusted for samples of any thickness; however, if the outer layers thicker than about 0.25 mm (0.01 in.) rupture during the first few folds, the test loses its significance. The procedure for the Schopper-type apparatus is given in Test Method D643.

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

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 D2176-16 Referenced Document

ASTM D1968 Standard Terminology Relating to Paper and Paper Products
ASTM D585 Standard Practice for Sampling and Accepting a Single Lot of Paper, Paperboard, Fiberboard, and Related Product
ASTM D643 Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper by the Schopper Tester
ASTM D685 Standard Practice for Conditioning Paper and Paper Products for Testing
ASTM E122 Standard Practice for Calculating Sample Size to Estimate, With a Specified Tolerable Error, the Average for Characteristic of a Lot or Process

2021 ASTM D2176-16(2021) Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper and Plastics Film by the M.I.T. Tester
2016 ASTM D2176-16 Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper and Plastics Film by the M.I.T. Tester
1997 ASTM D2176-97a(2007) Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper by the M.I.T. Tester
1997 ASTM D2176-97a(2002) Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper by the M.I.T. Tester
1997 ASTM D2176-97a Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper by the M.I.T. Tester
1997 ASTM D2176-97 Standard Test Method for Folding Endurance of Paper by the M.I.T. Tester