ASTM D570 is a test method that determines the relative water absorption properties of unreinforced and reinforced plastics, including cast, hot-molded, and cold-molded resinous products. ASTM D570 evaluates the rate of absorption of water by immersing the specimen in water for a specific period of time. The time of immersion, the temperature of the water, the thickness of the sample and the type of material are the main factors to be considered while carrying out ASTM D570 test. Read more about ASTM D570 Water Absorption of Plastics below.
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Introduction to ASTM D570
ASTM D570 is a test method designed to measure the water absorption properties of plastics when immersed. All types of plastics, including cast, hot-molded, and cold-molded resinous products, and both homogeneous and laminated plastics in rod and tube form are worked upon by this test method. The results obtained are specially used for quality control and specification purposes. ASTM D570 evaluates the amount of water that is absorbed by the sample by calculating the percentage increase in weight of the sample following the experiment, and it also permits to assess the uniformity of the imbibed specimen. MaTestLab has the best network of testing labs in the USA to carry out ASTM D570 test for our clients.
ASTM D570 test method is generally applicable to determine the proportion of water absorbed by plastics and the relationship between moisture and electrical or mechanical properties of the materials under test.
ASTM D570 Test Method
This test method utilizes a Mettler balance to calculate the water absorption values for different durations of immersion. Proportions of water absorption are determined respectively for twenty-four-hour immersion, two-hour immersion, repeated immersion, long-term immersion, two-hour boiling water immersion, one half-hour boiling water immersion, and immersion at 50 degree Celsius.
Test procedure at ambient temperature
The conditioned specimens are completely immersed in the container of distilled water maintained at a temperature of 23 degrees Celsius. Towards the end of the decided duration of immersion, the specimens are removed, wiped off with a dry cloth and weighed.
Test procedure at elevated temperature
The conditioned specimens are placed in a container of boiling distilled water and are supported on edge. The specimens are immersed for the desired time and then removed. They are then cooled in distilled water maintained at room temperature and weighed separately.
ASTM D570 Specimens
Specimen details
ASTM D570 Specimens must be plastics molded in a disk shape, rod, or tube form.
Specimen dimensions
Plastic sheets used in this test method are 0.13 mm (0.005 in.) or greater in thickness. Molded plastics in the form of disks 50.8 mm in diameter and 3.2 mm in thickness are preferred.
Specimen preparation
Specimens are injection molded or cut from molded or extruded sheets or plates.
ASTM D570 Results
This test method evaluates the relative water absorption of plastics when immersed. Factors like the type of plastic, additives used, temperature, and length of exposure affect water absorption. The moisture content of plastic is related to properties such as electrical insulation resistance, dielectric losses, mechanical strength, appearance, and dimensions. Water absorption is expressed as an increase in weight percent.
Percent Water Absorption = [(Wet weight – Dry weight)/ Dry weight] x 100
Tests related to ASTM D570 ISO 2896 is similar to ASTM D570. ISO 2896 covers the water absorption properties of plastics like the ASTM D570 and measures the rate of water absorption of rigid cellular plastics by immersing them in a 50 mm head of water. The changes in the volume of the specimens are corrected and the buoyant force on the specimens is determined. The test is specifically important for quality control and for product specification.
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