ASTM F520-97 - 1.1.1997
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers determination of the effects of exposure to thermal shock, condensing humidity, and simulated weather on aerospace transparent enclosures.

1.2 This test method is not recommended for quality control nor is it intended to provide a correlation to actual service life.

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.

 
2. Referenced Documents

F521-22

Standard Test Methods for Bond Integrity of Transparent Laminates

G53-96

Practice for Operating Light- and Water-Exposure Apparatus (Fluorescent UV-Condensation Type) for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials (Withdrawn 2000)

D1003-21

Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics

G154-23

Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp Apparatus for Exposure of Materials

F319-19

Standard Practice for Polarized Light Detection of Flaws in Aerospace Transparency Heating Elements