Testing Standard:
ASTM D3103 Test Method for Thermal Insulation Performance of Distribution Packages
Standard Number
ASTM D3103
Standard Title
Test Method for Thermal Insulation Performance of Distribution Packages
Overview:
ASTM D3103 is a test method used to evaluate a package’s thermal stability during transit. Purple Diamond Testing offers ASTM D3078 Testing as part of our packaging compliance and validation services.
Rationale:
ASTM D3103 – Test Method for Thermal Insulation Performance of Distribution Packages. This test method is essential when shipping high risk products that need to remain at a specified condition for a certain amount of time. Verification of a packaging’s ability to maintain an internal temperature range for a specified period of time is performed using calibrated recording devices and environmental chambers.
Key Points:
- Instills confidence in design when shipping high risk products
- Optimize costs by mitigating damages accrued through transit
- Validates material selection during box design
- Verifies the physical performance of materials used to maintain an internal temperature range over a specific range of time
Related Standards:
- ISO 22982-2 – Transport Packaging – Temperature Controlled Transport Packages for Parcel Shipping – Part 2: General Specifications of Testing
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