ASTM D2839-02
Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene

Standard No.

ASTM D2839-02

Release Date

2002

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D2839-05

Latest

ASTM D2839-16(2023)

Scope

1.1 This practice covers the preparation of a sample for polyethylene density determination in accordance with Test Method D 1505. The sample consists of a strand produced by extrusion of the polyethylene in accordance with Test Method D 1238, Condition 190/2.16 (Melt Index).

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Note 18212;There is no similar or equivalent ISO standard.

ASTM D2839-02 history

• 2023 ASTM D2839-16(2023) Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene
• 2016 ASTM D2839-16 Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene
• 2010 ASTM D2839-10 Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene
• 2005 ASTM D2839-05 Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene
• 2002 ASTM D2839-02 Standard Practice for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene
• 1996 ASTM D2839-96 Standard Test Method for Use of a Melt Index Strand for Determining Density of Polyethylene