ASTM D5487 Test

ASTM D5487 Standard Test Method for Leaving Loaded Containers Simulated by Shock Machines

The ASTM D 5487 shipping container test standard provides general procedures for using shock machines to mimic the effects of vertical drops. It covers the tests of standard bags, shipping containers, cylindrical containers and sacks.

ASTM D 5487 packet testing is an important standard because it is one of the most troublesome dangers a shock pack can withstand. The standard defines criteria that are determined to protect containers and their contents from hazards encountered during handling, storage and transportation.

Controlled shocks that a shock machine enters can provide a more accurate assessment than free fall. The test standard indicates that the test indicates that non-verticals drop by two degrees vertically, resulting in 8% lower acceleration in the test sample. This results in the impact energy dispersing in several axes.

There are two test methods used by ASTM D5487 test laboratories. Method A is the Unlimited Test Method. This test method places the shipping container in the middle of the shock machine table. The table is raised to the predetermined machine drop height and releases the table.

should be checked to prevent a second effect. The motorcycle bungee cord net has been successfully used to prevent test samples from bouncing back from the shock machine table during impact. A shock test is done. The container is inspected to determine if it is damaged. If possible, the content is functionally tested to determine if it is damaged. Once this is complete, the shock members should continue until the required members are affected.

The second test method is Test Method B, which is the Limited Test Method. The first step is to identify the shipping container faces according to Test container D5276. The shipping container is placed in the middle of the shock machine table. The movement of the loaded container is limited so that the shock pulse is transmitted directly to the test sample. The table is raised to the predetermined machine drop height and the table is released. A shock test is done. The product and container are inspected and functionally tested to determine if they are damaged. After this is completed, according to Test Method D5276, the shock test continues until the required members are affected.

According to the ASTM D5487 shock test standard, the following items should be included in the test report:

• The method of conditioning the shipping container, if any, the results of complementary tests of wood, plywood or chipboard moisture content and materials from which the sample is made.
• Dimensions of the container under test.
• Complete structural features.
• Used materials.
• Description and features for blocking and cushioning, if used.
• Range, size and fasteners.
• Closing and strapping method, if any.
• Tare and gross masses.
• Description of the content of the shipping container under test.
• Description of the device and special instrumentation, if used.
• Description of the specified test sequence, which identifies the member (eg corner formed by the manufacturer's joint and number of drops, if any) to be affected for each drop.
• Test Variations according to D999 speed change, free fall drop height, input shock time and response natural frequency or shock time.
• Number of samples tested per sample.
• Detailed test record and results on each sample, including damage to the shipping container and its contents, or other observations that may assist in improving the design of the container or the method of packing, blocking or supporting.
• Last calibration dates of test equipment and instrumentation.
• Statement that lists deviations from this test method.
• A full description of any fixture used to position corner and edge drops.