ASTM D5989-18 - 1.8.2018
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the properties of extruded and cast sheet, plate, rod and tubular bar, excluding pipe and fittings, manufactured from nylon or monomers.

1.2 The properties included in this specification are those required for the compositions covered. Requirements necessary to identify particular characteristics important to specialized applications are described by using the classification system given in Section 4.

1.3 This specification allows for the use of recycled plastics (as defined in Guide D7209).

1.4 The values stated in English units are regarded as standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portions of this specification. 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.

Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.

Note 2: This specification is intended to replace Federal Standard LP-410A and PS 50.

1.6 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.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D256-26

Standard Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastics

D638-22

Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics

D790-25

Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials

LP-410A

Nylon Stock Shapes

D3892-15(2020)

Standard Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics

D6779-23

Standard Classification System for and Basis of Specification for Polyamide Molding and Extrusion Materials (PA)

D7209-06

Standard Guide for Waste Reduction, Resource Recovery, and Use of Recycled Polymeric Materials and Products (Withdrawn 2015)

D883-26

Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics