ASTM F2433-05(2013)

5.1 The performance under bending and compression load of a thermoplastic plastic pipe wall design obtained by this method can be used for the following:

5.2 The time-dependent pipe wall stiffness of a thermoplastic pipe obtained by this test method may used for the following:

5.3 The time-independent reduction of wall thickness at springline may be used for the following:

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the load-deflection behavior of thermoplastic pipe wall sections under parallel plate loading conditions.

1.3 This test method covers thermoplastic pipe.

1.4 The characteristics determined by this test method are wall stiffness and changes in profile wall dimensions at specific deformations.

1.5 The characteristics determined by this test method are wall stiffness, profile wall efficiency, and for some wall elements stability at specific Strain levels.

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

1.7 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.

1.8 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.