ASTM D1043 - 09 Standard Test Method for Stiffness
Properties of Plastics as a Function of Temperature by Means of a
Torsion Test
Significance and Use
The property measured by this test is the apparent modulus of rigidity, G, sometimes called the apparent shear modulus of elasticity. It is important to note that this property is not the same as the modulus of elasticity, E, measured in tension, flexure, or compression. The relationship between these properties is shown in Annex A1.
The measured modulus of rigidity is termed “apparent”
since it is the value obtained by measuring the angular deflection
occurring when the specimen is subjected to an applied torque. Since it
is possible that the specimen will be deflected beyond its elastic
limit, the calculated value will not always represent the true modulus
of rigidity within the elastic limit of the material. In addition, the
value obtained by this test method will also be affected by the creep
characteristics of the material, since the load application time is
arbitrarily fixed. For many materials, it is possible that there is a
specification that requires the use of this test method, but with some
procedural modifications that take precedence when adhering to the
specification. Therefore, it is advisable to refer to that material
specification before using this test method. Table 1 in Classification
D 4000 lists the current ASTM material standards.
This test method is useful for determining the relative changes in stiffness over a wide range of temperatures.
1. Scope
1.1
This test method covers the determination of the stiffness
characteristics of plastics over a wide temperature range by direct
measurement of the apparent modulus of rigidity.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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. Note 1—This test method and ISO 458-1 and ISO 458-2 address the same subject matter, but differ in technical content.
2. Referenced Documents
ASTM Standards
D1053 Test Method for Rubber Property--Stiffening at Low Temperatures: Flexible Polymers and Coated Fabrics
D4000 Classification System for Specifying Plastic Materials
D4066 Classification System for Nylon Injection and Extrusion Materials
D4805 Terminology for Plastics Standards
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D747 Test Method for Apparent Bending Modulus of Plastics by Means of a Cantilever Beam
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
Index Terms
Clash-Berg; modulus of rigidity; plastics; shear; torsion; Modulus of
rigidity; Rigid plastics; Stiffness--plastics; Torsion
testing--plastics; Number Code 83.080.01
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