Related Composite Compression Standards

Standards often compared with D6641 include:

  • ASTM D3410 — older shear-loading compression fixture method

  • ASTM D695 — plastics compression (not laminate-specific)

  • ASTM D5467 — open-hole compression for composites

D6641 is generally preferred when testing unnotched laminate coupons.

ASTM D6641 - Combined Loading Compression Shear Fixture