ASTM F2251-13 PDF

Scope: 4.1 This test method provides a means for measuring a thickness dimension. Accurate measurement of thickness can be critical to meeting specifications and characterizing process, product, and material performance.

4.2 This test method does not address acceptability criteria. These need to be jointly determined by the user and producer of the product. Repeatability and reproducibility of measurement is shown in the Precision and Bias section. Attention should be given to the inherent variability of materials being measured as this can affect measurement outcome.

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 to 15.9 mm (³/₁₆ 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F2251-13 Referenced Document

ANSI/ASQC Z1.9 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Variables for Percent Nonconforming
ASTM D374 Standard Test Methods for Thickness of Solid Electrical Insulation
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 Standard Specification for Standard Atmospheres for Conditioning and Testing Flexible Barrier Materials
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method

2023 ASTM F2251-13(2023) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2018 ASTM F2251-13(2018) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2013 ASTM F2251-13 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003 ASTM F2251-03(2008) Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003 ASTM F2251-03e1 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material
2003 ASTM F2251-03 Standard Test Method for Thickness Measurement of Flexible Packaging Material