These standards collectively cover the key mechanical and durability properties of elastomers used in seals and O-rings, including tensile strength, tear resistance, compression behavior, hardness, and environmental aging:
ASTM D412 — Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension
ASTM D624 — Standard Test Method for Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers
ASTM D395 — Standard Test Methods for Rubber Property—Compression Set
ASTM D573 — Standard Test Method for Rubber—Deterioration in an Air Oven
ASTM D2240 — Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer Hardness
ISO 37 — Rubber, Vulcanized or Thermoplastic — Determination of Tensile Stress-Strain Properties
ISO 34-1 — Rubber, Vulcanized or Thermoplastic — Determination of Tear Strength
ISO 815 — Rubber, Vulcanized or Thermoplastic — Determination of Compression Set
ISO 48 — Rubber, Vulcanized or Thermoplastic — Determination of Hardness
SEE ALSO:
Simple Band Clamp Fixture (ASTM D4964) (Textiles Loop Test Fixture)
Hooks Grips Data Sheet (ATTACHED TO THIS PAGE)
