ASTM D953-95
Standard Test Method for Bearing Strength of Plastics

Standard No.

ASTM D953-95

Release Date

1995

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D953-02

Latest

ASTM D953-19

Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the bearing strength of rigid plastics in either sheet or molded form. Procedure A is applicable for tension loading and Procedure B for compression loading.

1.2 Test data obtained by this test method is relevant and appropriate for use in engineering design.

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

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

Note 18212;There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.

ASTM D953-95 history

• 2019 ASTM D953-19 Standard Test Method for Pin-Bearing Strength of Plastics
• 2018 ASTM D953-18 Standard Test Method for Pin-Bearing Strength of Plastics
• 2010 ASTM D953-10 Standard Test Method for Bearing Strength of Plastics
• 2009 ASTM D953-09 Standard Test Method for Bearing Strength of Plastics
• 2002 ASTM D953-02 Standard Test Method for Bearing Strength of Plastics
• 1995 ASTM D953-95 Standard Test Method for Bearing Strength of Plastics