ASTM F1306 Standard Test Method for Slow-Speed ​​Penetration Resistance of Flexible Barrier Films and Laminates

The ASTM F1306 test allows flexible barrier films and laminates to be characterized for low rate penetration resistance to a driven probe. The test is performed at room temperature by applying a biaxial stress on the material at a single test rate until the hole forms. Determine force, energy and probe penetration up to failure.

Puncture tests are used by many plastic film manufacturers to determine the integrity of their packaging. Ideal barrier films should be able to withstand puncture while maintaining appropriate tensile strength and material thickness. Lean manufacturing techniques such as Six Sigma have led many companies to seek production methods that reduce raw material costs. Plastic film manufacturers will aim to make their films as thin as possible while maintaining high puncture strength.

Standard films should be tested at approximately two and a half microns and should be of uniform thickness to allow repeatable testing. 2x2" squares are commonly used but the square size may vary based on the exact dimensions of your drilling fixture. Our standard design is for 34,9mm.

The size of the punching tool is also important and can vary with the flexibility of the material. You must provide full puncture for this test to provide the necessary data.

There are several different styles of puncture fixtures as well as drilling tools. The diameter of the bore opening compared to the diameter of the test plunger is a critical dimension for ASTM F1306 and similar puncture tests. Also, the piston must be able to provide a full puncture, so films with high elongation and high puncture strength should be noted. In this fixture, the diameter of the hole is 34,9mm and the radius of the drill piston is 1,6mm.

​Puncture test calculations are relatively simple. The Breaking Force is the peak load at which the specimen is pierced. Energy to Break can also be calculated and this requires position or displacement information. Other derivative analyzes can be tabulated, emphasizing the deviations and variability between tests and samples.

Values ​​stated in SI units should be accepted as standard. Values ​​given in parentheses after SI units are for information purposes only and are not considered standard.

This standard does not purport to address all, if any, safety concerns associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health and environmental practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory restrictions prior to use.

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