ASTM D6263-98

Standard Specification for Extruded Rods and Bars Made From Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)

SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the properties of extruded shapes of rods and bars made from poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC), and chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) (CPVC).
1.2 The properties included in this specification are those required for the compositions covered. Requirements necessary to identify particular characteristics important to specialized applications may be described by using the classification system given in Section 4.
1.3 This specification allows for the use of regrind and recycled plastics as defined in Guide D 5033 providing: products produced from regrind or recycled PVC material can be shown to meet the requirements of this standard with regard to material classification, physical performance, dimensions and workmanship; and the regrind or recycled plastics used have not been subjected to severe environments in post consumer applications (such as chemical service) which could adversely affect the end products performance when subjected to machining or critical applications or both.
1.4 The values are stated in inch-pound units and are regarded as the standard in all property and dimensional tables. For reference purposes, SI units are also included in Table 1 only.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method portions section of this specification: 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 1-There is no similar or equivalent ISO standard.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 09-May-1998
• Technical Committee: D20 - Plastics
• Drafting Committee: D20.15 - Thermoplastic Materials

Relations

• Replaced By: ASTM D6263-98(2003) - Standard Specification for Extruded Rods and Bars Made From Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
• Effective Date: 10-Mar-2003

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Designation: D 6263 – 98
Standard Specification for
Extruded Rods and Bars Made From Rigid Poly(Vinyl
Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
(CPVC)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 6263; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
This specification is intended to be a means of calling out mechanical grade plastic product used in
the fabrication of end items or parts.
NOTE 1—There is no similar or equivalent ISO standard.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers requirements and test methods
2. Referenced Documents
for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the prop-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
erties of extruded shapes of rods and bars made from poly(vi-
D 256 Test Method for Determining the Pendulum Impact
nyl chloride) (PVC), and chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride)
Resistance of Notched Specimens of Plastics
(CPVC).
D 618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics and Electrical
1.2 The properties included in this specification are those
Insulating Materials
required for the compositions covered. Requirements neces-
D 638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
sary to identify particular characteristics important to special-
D 790 Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced
ized applications may be described by using the classification
and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Materials
system given in Section 4.
D 883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
1.3 This specification allows for the use of regrind and
D 1784 Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride)
recycled plastics as defined in Guide D 5033 providing: prod-
(PVC), and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
ucts produced from regrind or recycled PVC material can be
Compounds
shown to meet the requirements of this standard with regard to
D 3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
material classification, physical performance, dimensions and
D 4000 Classification System for Specifying Plastics Mate-
workmanship; and the regrind or recycled plastics used have
rials
not been subjected to severe environments in post consumer
D 5033 Guide for the Development of Standards Relating to
applications (such as chemical service) which could adversely
the Proper Use of Recycled Plastics
affect the end products performance when subjected to machin-
2.2 ANSI Standard:
ing or critical applications or both.
Z1.4-1993 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection
1.4 The values are stated in inch-pound units and are
by Attributes
regarded as the standard in all property and dimensional tables.
2.3 NSF Standard:
For reference purposes, SI units are also included in Table 1
NSF Standard 61
only.
1.5 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the
3. Terminology
test method portions section of this specification: This standard
3.1 Definitions:
does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any,
3.1.1 For definitions of other technical terms pertaining to
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this
plastics used in this specification, see Terminology D 883 or
standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices
Guide D 5033.
and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior
to use.
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D 6263
3.1.2 regrind plastic, n—a product or scrap such as sprues specification number and the type designation. No separators
and runners and edge trim that have been reclaimed by are needed between type, class, and grade. When special notes
shredding and granulating for use in-house. are to be included, such information should be preceded by a
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: comma. Special tolerances must be noted at time of order and
3.2.1 rod, n—an extruded solid cylindrical shape with a are inserted after the grade in parenthesis and preceded by a
minimum diameter of ⁄8in. (3.2 mm). comma.
3.2.2 tubular bar, n—an extruded annular shape with mini-
NOTE 2—The material used in the manufacture of PVC and CPVC
mum inside diameter of ⁄8in. (9.5 mm) and minimum wall
shapes intended for contact with or the transport of potable water, or both,
thickness of ⁄16 in. (1.6 mm).
must be evaluated and certified as safe for this purpose by a testing agency
acceptable to the local health authority. The evaluation shall be in
4. Classification and Material
accordance with the requirements for chemical extraction, taste, and odor,
that are no less restrictive than those included in the National Sanitation
4.1 Product shape and size as defined in the applicable
Foundation (NSF) Standard 61.
purchase order.
4.2 This specification covers extruded product as listed in
5. Ordering Information
Tables S-PVC-I and S-PVC-II. Products included in the
5.1 All shapes covered by this specification shall be ordered
designations reference Specification D 1784 callouts where
using the proper callout designation (see 4.5).
applicable.
4.2.1 The type of poly(vinyl chloride), and chlorinated
6. Physical Property Requirements
poly(vinyl chloride) shape product may be categorized by type,
6.1 The physical property values listed within this specifi-
grade, and class depending on resin composition as defined in
cation’s tables are to be considered minimum specification
Table S-PVC-II.
values. Any requirement for specific test data for a given
4.3 The type, class and grade is further differentiated based
production lot shall be specified at the time of order. Physical
on dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test).
properties for products not yet included in Table S-PVC-I or
See Table S-PVC-II and dimensional requirements, Table A.
S-PVC-II may be specified by using Table 1 for extruded
4.4 Property Tables:
products.
4.4.1 Tables S-PVC-I and S-PVC-II may be used to describe
7. Dimensional Requirements
extruded products.
4.4.2 Table 1 may also be used to describe extruded
7.1 The type, class, and grade is differentiated based on
products not included in Table S-PVC-I or S-PVC-II via a cell
dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test) as
callout that includes the applicable material type and specific
indicated in Table S-PVC-II.
properties (Designations 1 through 7).
7.2 Products shall be produced within the commercial
4.4.3 To facilitate the incorporation of future or special
tolerances and with the lowest stress levels for machined parts
materials not covered by Tables S-PVC-I and S-PVC-II, the “as
as delineated in Table A.
specified” category (00) for type, class and grade is shown in
7.3 Tubular bar dimensions shall be supplied in the unfin-
the applicable table with the basic properties to be obtained
ished condition, unless otherwise specified at time of order,
from Table 1 as they apply.
sufficient to finish to the nominal dimensions ordered.
4.5 Callout Designation—A one-line system shall be used
7.4 The maximum allowable camber at final inspection at
to specify poly(vinyl chloride), or chlorinated poly(vinyl chlo-
the factory shall be within the limits referenced in Table A.
ride) materials covered by this specification. The system uses
8. Workmanship, Finish and Appearance
pre-defined cells to refer to specific aspects of this specification
8.1 Appearance—The resin material color for poly(vinyl
as illustrated below:
chloride) shall be dark gray. The resin material color for
4.5.1 Examples:
chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride) shall be light gray. All shapes
4.5.1.1 Example 1—Product made from general purpose
shall be uniform in color throughout the thickness. Specific
poly(vinyl chloride):
colors and color matching only as agreed to by order.
CELL CALLOUT: S-PVC0111
S-PVC01 = Product made from PVC in accordance with Table
8.1.1 Physical properties may be affected by other colors.
S-PVC-I and Table S-PVC-II
Regardless of color, minimum properties of 4.4 must be met.
1 = Unfilled class
8.2 Finish—All products shall be free of blisters, wrinkles,
1 = General purpose grade product
cracks, gouges and defects that restrict commercial use of the
4.5.1.2 Example 2—Product made from general purpose
product. Special surface finish shall be supplied only when
chlorinated poly(vinyl chloride):
specified in the purchase order or contract.
CELL CALLOUT: S-CPVC0211
8.3 Defects—All products shall be free of visual voids, dirt,
S-PVC02 = Product made from CPVC in accordance with
foreign material and embedded particles exceeding 0.040 in. (1
Tables S-PVC-I and S-PVC-II
1 = Unfilled class
mm) maximum diameter as defined in 8.3.1
1 = General purpose grade product
8.3.1 The criteria for determining the cleanliness shall be
4.5.2 These two examples illustrate how a one-line, alpha- external visual inspection. A maximum number of two defects
numeric sequence can identify the product composition, com- per one foot length of rod and tubular bar are allowed. Clusters
mercial parameters and physical characteristics of extruded of defects less than 0.040 in. (1 mm) diameter are to be counted
product. A space must be used as a separator between the as a single defect.
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D 6263
8.4 Extrusion Quality—Products shall not flake or disinte- 12.2.3 Reproducibility—Interlaboratory reproducibility is
grate when tested in accordance with the test method for degree being determined and will be added within one year. A
of fusion as defined in 12.6. precision statement will be finalized and included within two
years.
9. Sampling
12.3 Lengthwise Camber:
9.1 Sampling shall be statistically adequate to satisfy the
12.3.1 Make all measurements for camber using the maxi-
requirements of this specification as applicable (see ANSI
mum distance rod deviates from the straight line extended from
Z1.4-1993).
edge to edge when measured in accordance with 12.3.2. The
9.2 For purposes of sampling, an inspection lot for exami-
shape shall be oriented such that the weight of the product
nation and tests shall consist of all material of the same type,
doesn’t influence the results.
class, grade and nominal size submitted for inspection at one
12.3.2 Rod:
time.
12.3.2.1 Rod—Lay each rod on its side and measure it with
10. Number of Tests
concave side facing a straight edge. Measure camber from the
straight edge to the maximum concave point on the rod.
10.1 Routine lot inspection shall consist of all the criteria
Camber may not exceed the values of Table A.
specified in the applicable product tables.
12.3.3 Reproducibility—Interlaboratory reproducibility is
10.2 The criteria listed in these product tables and defini-
tions are sufficient to establish conformity of the shape to this being determined and will be added within one year. A
precision statement will be finalized and included within two
specification. When the number of test specimens is not stated
years.
in the test method, a single determination may be made. If
more than single determinations and separate portions of the 12.4 Flexural modulus is in accordance with Test Method
same sample are made, the results shall be averaged. The final D 790, specimen ⁄4 in. (1.4 mm) thick maximum, testing speed
result shall conform to the requirements prescribed in this 0.11 in. (2.9 mm)/min. Values obtained shall meet the require-
specification. ments called out in Table S-PVC-I.
12.5 Izod impact, in accordance with Test Method D 256,
11. Test Conditions
Method A, Fig. 4, notched ⁄4 in. (1.4 mm) thick maximum
11.1 Conditions of Specimens—The specification values
specimen. Values obtained shall meet the requirements called
and dimensions are based on conditioning techniques outlined
out in Table S-PVC-I.
in Procedure A of Practice D 618
12.6 Degree of Fusion of Extruded PVC and CPVC by
11.2 Standard Temperature—The tests shall be conducted at
Solvent Immersion—Make a determination of the degree of
the standard laboratory temperature of 73.4 6 3.6°F) (23 6
fusion for extruded PVC as indicated by reaction to immersion
2°C) and 50 6 5 % relative humidity.
in anhydrous acetone (American Chemical Society reagent
12. Test Methods grade having a maximum density of 0.7857 g/mL at 25°C). A
determination of the degree of fusion shall be made for
12.1 Tensile stress at break, elongation at break, and tensile
extruded CPVC as indicated by reaction to immersion in
modulus (tangent) are in accordance with Test Method D 638,
methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK).
at the rate of 0.2 in. (5 mm)/min. Values obtained shall meet the
12.6.1 Specimen Preparation—Specimen shall be a size
requirements called out in Table S-PVC-I.
that is convenient to immerse in the test container, but not less
12.1.1 All rod specimens are in accordance with Test
than 2 in. (5 cm) immersion height (depth). For small diameter
Method D 638.
rod (sizes 6 in. (15 cm) or less), the sample shall cut in half
12.2 Dimensional Stability:
lengthwise and both halves immersed to provide a complete
12.2.1 Specimen Preparation (a Minimum of Three Test
circumferential section. For large diameter rod the specimen
Samples Required):
can be cut into smaller pieces to facilitate testing, provided that
12.2.1.1 Rods—Prepare each specimen by cutting a 1.5 in.
the height of the sections meet the 2 in. (5 cm) immersion
(35 mm) long slice from the shape to be tested. Machine the
height requirements, and provide a full circumferential section.
slice using a coolant and good machining practices to a length
12.6.2 Conditioning—Unless otherwise specified, condition
of 1.000 6 0.005 in. (25 6 0.13 mm). Each end of the
the specimens in air for a minimum of1hat 73.4 6 3.6°F (23
specimen shall have a machined surface.
6 2°C) prior to testing. The specimens shall not be conditioned
12.2.
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