Testing Standard:
ASTM D5487 Test Method for Simulated Drop of Loaded Containers by Shock Machines
Standard Number
ASTM D5487
Standard Title
Test Method for Simulated Drop of Loaded Containers by Shock Machines
Overview:
ASTM D5487 is a test method that covers a general procedure utilizing shock machines to replicate the effects of vertical drops of loaded shipping containers, cylindrical containers, and bags or sacks. This test method is a general guideline to conduct the testing accurately with repeatable procedures. Purple Diamond Testing offers ASTM D5487 Testing as part of our packaging and product integrity testing services.
Rationale:
ASTM D5487 – Test Method for Simulated Drop of Loaded Containers by Shock Machines. Can be used to evaluate the protective performance of how shipping containers and inner packaging materials are used to protect their contents from shock hazards that occur during handling. Simulated drops on a shock machine take human error out of the equation compared to ASTM D5276 (Drop Test by Free Fall). This test method is used to create general simulation hazards in a laboratory environment that are 100% repeatable.
Key Points:
- Challenges the ability of the packaging to withstand general shock hazards
- Evaluates the performance of shipping containers and inner packaging materials
- Provides a guide to conduct simulated drop of loaded containers on a shock machine
- Consider ASTM D5276 if a free fall drop test needs to be conducted
Related Standards:
- ASTM D3332 – Test Methods for Mechanical-Shock Fragility of Products, Using Shock Machines
- ASTM D4169 – Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
- ASTM D4332 – Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing
- ASTM D5276 – Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall
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