1.1 This test method covers the measurement of thickness of flexible packaging materials using contact micrometers.
1.2 The Precision and Bias statement for this test method was developed using both handheld and bench top micrometers with foot sizes ranging from
4.8 mm to 15.9 mm (3⁄16 in. to 5⁄8 in.).
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.
1.4 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.
1.5 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 F2251-13(2023) Referenced Document
ANSI/ASQC Z1.9 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Variables for Percent Nonconforming
ASTM D374/D374M Standard Test Methods for Thickness of Solid Electrical Insulation*, 2023-10-01 Update
ASTM D5947 Standard Test Methods for Physical Dimensions of Solid Plastics Specimens
ASTM D6988 Standard Guide for Determination of Thickness of Plastic Film Test Specimens
ASTM E171/E171M Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Flexible Barrier Packaging
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
ASTM F2251-13(2023) history
2023ASTM F2251-13(2023) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2018ASTM F2251-13(2018) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2013ASTM F2251-13 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003ASTM F2251-03(2008) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003ASTM F2251-03e1 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003ASTM F2251-03 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material