1.1 This test method determines the shear yield strength Fsy and shear ultimate strength Fsu of fusion bonds in polycarbonate by applying torsional shear loads to the fusion-bond line.
1.2 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM F734-17(2022) Referenced Document
ASTM D618 Standard Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
ASTM F734-17(2022) history
2022ASTM F734-17(2022) Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material
2017ASTM F734-17 Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material
1995ASTM F734-95(2011) Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material
1995ASTM F734-95(2006) Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material
1995ASTM F734-95(2001) Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material
2001ASTM F734-95 Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Fusion Bonded Polycarbonate Aerospace Glazing Material