Standard Test Method for Performing Programmed Horizontal Impacts Using an Inclined Impact Tester

Importancia y uso:

4.1 This test method is for use in evaluating the capability of a container or shipping system to withstand sudden shocks and crushing forces, such as those generated from rail switching impacts or pallet marshalling, or to evaluate the capability of a container and its inner packing, or shipping system, to protect its contents during the sudden shocks and crushing forces resulting from rail switching or pallet marshalling impacts. This test method may also be used to compare the performance of different container designs or shipping systems. The test may also permit observation of the progressive failure of a container or shipping system and damage to the contents. See Practice D4169 for additional guidance.

4.2 This test method is not suitable for reproducing impact resulting from the switching of rail cars using long-travel draft gear or cushioned underframes. Refer to Test Methods D4003 (revised) as a more suitable method for testing under these circumstances, or when more precise control of shock inputs is required.

Subcomité:

D10.21

Referida por:

D4169-23E01, D4003-98R19E01, D6537-00R21, D0880-92R21, D4279-95R22, D6179-20

Volúmen:

15.10

Número ICS:

19.060 (Mechanical testing)

Palabras clave:

container; controlled impact; incline impact; packaging; pallet; pallet marshalling; programmed shock; rail car shunt impact; rail car switching; shipping system;