1.1 This test method covers the determination of the thermal failure of solid electrical insulating materials subjected to electric stress at commercial power frequencies. This test method has been developed for testing materials such as certain glasses and ceramics, that exhibit large increases in dielectric loss with increasing temperature.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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. A specific hazard statement is given in 10.1.
ASTM D3151-88(1998) Referenced Document
ASTM D149 Standard Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage and Dielectric Strength of Solid Electrical Insulating Materials at Commercial Power Frequencies*, 2004-03-01 Update
ASTM D1711 Standard Terminology Relating to Electrical Insulation*, 1999-04-21 Update
ASTM D374 Standard Test Methods for Thickness of Solid Electrical Insulation *, 1999-04-21 Update
ASTM E145 Standard Specification for Gravity-Convection And Forced-Ventilation Ovens
ASTM D3151-88(1998) history
1998ASTM D3151-88(1998) Standard Test Method for Thermal Failure of Solid Electrical Insulating Materials Under Electric Stress