ASTM D6713-21

Standard Specification for Extruded and Compression Molded Shapes Made from Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF)

ABSTRACT
This specification covers the requirements and test methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the properties of extruded sheet, rod and tubular bar manufactured from Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF). The type of PVDF shape product may be categorized by type, grade and class depending on resin and filler compositions. Each type of shape may be categorized into one of several grades as follows: Grade 1 - unmodified virgin-extruded or compression molded product made using only 100 % virgin PVDF material; Grade 2 - general purpose-extruded or compression molded product made using up to 20 % PVDF regrind developed during internal processing steps may be used; and Grade 3 - recycled-extruded or compression molded product made using up to 100 % recycled PVDF resin. The type, class and grade is further differentiated based on dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test), and dimensional requirements. Materials shall be tested and the individual grades shall conform to specified values of the physical properties such as tensile strength, tensile elongation, tensile modulus, dimensional stability, flexural modulus, and Izod impact; and dimensional properties such as diameter tolerance, roundness, camber, thickness tolerance, length camber, and width bow.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the requirements and test methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the properties of extruded sheet, rod and tubular bar manufactured from PVDF.  
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 are described by using the classification system given in Section 4.  
1.3 The values stated in English units are to be regarded as the standard in all property and dimensional tables. For reference purposes, SI units are also included in Tables X and S-PVDF only.  
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method or test methods described in 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. ISO 12086-1 and ISO 12086-2 have pertinent information.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Sep-2021
• ICS: 83.080.20 - Thermoplastic materials
• Technical Committee: D20 - Plastics
• Drafting Committee: D20.15 - Thermoplastic Materials

Relations

• Refers: ASTM D883-24 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2024
• Refers: ASTM D883-23 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM D883-20 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2020
• Refers: ASTM D883-19c - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2019
• Refers: ASTM D883-19a - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 15-Apr-2019
• Refers: ASTM D883-19 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2019
• Refers: ASTM D883-18a - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2018
• Refers: ASTM D883-18 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2018
• Refers: ASTM D3222-18 - Standard Specification for Unmodified Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF) Molding Extrusion and Coating Materials
• Effective Date: 01-May-2018
• Refers: ASTM D1600-18 - Standard Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics (Withdrawn 2024)
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2018
• Refers: ASTM D883-17 - Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics
• Effective Date: 15-Aug-2017
• Refers: ASTM D790-17 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2017
• Refers: ASTM D790-15e1 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM D790-15 - Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM D3892-15 - Standard Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015

Overview

ASTM D6713-21 is the internationally recognized standard specification for extruded and compression molded shapes made from Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF). Developed by ASTM International, this standard sets forth the requirements for the material, dimensional tolerances, workmanship, and physical property performance of extruded sheet, rod, and tubular bar manufactured from PVDF. Products are categorized by type, class, and grade based on resin and filler composition, ensuring suitability for a variety of industrial applications.

Key Topics

• Product Scope and Classification

  • Covers requirements for extruded and compression molded PVDF shapes including sheets, rods, and tubular bars
  • Classification system distinguishes products by type, grade (e.g., unmodified, general purpose, recycled), and class

• Material and Dimensional Properties

  • Establishes criteria for tensile strength, elongation, tensile modulus, dimensional stability, flexural modulus, and Izod impact resistance
  • Defines dimensional properties: diameter tolerance, roundness, camber, thickness tolerance, length camber, and width bow

• Testing and Quality Assurance

  • Specifies standardized testing methods and minimum property values
  • Sampling guidelines ensure adequate inspection of each production lot
  • Certification requirements for product compliance and recycled content, if applicable

• Workmanship and Appearance

  • Products must be free from surface defects, voids, and foreign materials larger than specified tolerances
  • Uniform color and quality finish are required unless otherwise agreed upon in the purchase order

Applications

PVDF shapes produced according to ASTM D6713-21 are widely used in industries where excellent chemical resistance, mechanical strength, and dimensional stability are critical. Typical applications include:

• Chemical Processing Equipment

  • Components such as piping, tanks, and fittings benefit from PVDF's resistance to acids, bases, and solvents

• Semiconductor Manufacturing

  • Use in ultra-pure water systems and corrosion-resistant parts

• Water Treatment and Environmental Systems

  • Reliable performance in harsh and corrosive environments

• Food and Pharmaceutical Industries

  • Applications requiring high purity and ease of cleaning due to PVDF's low extractables

• Electrical and Electronics

  • Insulating components and supports due to PVDF's dielectric properties

The standard enables manufacturers and end-users to specify PVDF products that uniquely fit their needs, including the use of recycled materials when sustainability is a priority.

Related Standards

When implementing or specifying PVDF shapes to ASTM D6713-21, users may also find these related standards relevant:

• ASTM D3222 - Specification for Unmodified PVDF Molding, Extrusion, and Coating Materials
• ASTM D638 - Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
• ASTM D790 - Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Plastics
• ASTM D256 - Test Methods for Determining the Izod Impact Resistance of Plastics
• ASTM D618 - Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing

While there is no direct ISO equivalent for ASTM D6713-21, the following documents provide pertinent information:

• ISO 12086-1 and ISO 12086-2 - International standards relevant to fluoropolymer materials

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ASTM D6713-21 ensures consistent quality, performance, and safety in extruded and compression molded PVDF shapes, making it a valuable specification for manufacturers, designers, and end-users across various industries seeking durable, high-performance plastic solutions.

Standards Content (Sample)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation:D6713 −21
Standard Specification for
Extruded and Compression Molded Shapes Made from
Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6713; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification covers the requirements and test 2.1 ASTM Standards:
methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and D256 Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum
the properties of extruded sheet, rod and tubular bar manufac- Impact Resistance of Plastics
tured from PVDF. D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
1.2 The properties included in this specification are those
D790 Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced
required for the compositions covered. Requirements neces-
and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materi-
sary to identify particular characteristics important to special-
als
ized applications are described by using the classification
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
system given in Section 4.
D1600 Terminology forAbbreviatedTerms Relating to Plas-
1.3 The values stated in English units are to be regarded as
tics
the standard in all property and dimensional tables. For
D3222 Specification for Unmodified Poly(Vinylidene Fluo-
reference purposes, SI units are also included in Tables X and
ride) (PVDF) Molding Extrusion and Coating Materials
S-PVDF only.
D3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the D4000 Classification System for Specifying Plastic Materi-
test method or test methods described in this specification. This
als
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns,
3. Terminology
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user
of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and
3.1 Definitions:
environmental practices and determine the applicability of
3.1.1 regrind (plastic), n—a product or scrap such as sprues
regulatory limitations prior to use.
and runners that have been reclaimed by shredding and
granulating for use in-house.
NOTE 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. ISO
12086-1 and ISO 12086-2 have pertinent information.
3.1.2 For definitions of terms used in this specification and
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
associated with plastics issues refer to the terminology con-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
tained in D883.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.2.1 recycled-plastic shape, n—a product made from up to
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
100 % post-consumer material.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
3.2.2 rod, n—an extruded solid cylindrical shape with a
minimum diameter of ⁄16 in.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on
Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic
Materials. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2021. Published October 2021. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as D6713 - 19. DOI: Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
10.1520/D6713-21. the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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3.2.3 sheet, n—flat stock greater than and including 0.010
Symbol Material Tolerance (Based on
the Total Mass)
in. thickness.
C Carbon and graphite fiber ±2 %
reinforced
3.2.4 tubular bar, n—extruded annular shapes with mini-
G Glass-reinforced ±2 %
1 1
mum inside diameter of ⁄16 in., and a minimum wall of ⁄4 in.
<15 % glass content ±3 %
>15 % glass content
3.2.5 unmodified virgin plastic shape, n—a product pro-
L Lubricants (for example, by agreement between
duced from virgin plastic, as furnished by a manufacturer, with
PTFE, graphite, and silicone) the
no additives or processing aids. supplier and the user
M Mineral ±2 %
R Combinations of reinforcements ±3 % for the total
4. Classification and Material
or fillers, or both reinforcement
4.5 CalloutDesignation—Aone-linesystemshallbeusedto
4.1 Product shape and size as defined in the applicable
specify PVDF materials covered by this specification. The
purchase order.
system uses predefined cells to refer to specific aspects of this
4.2 Thisspecificationcoversproductextrudedandcompres-
specification as illustrated below:
sion molded as listed in Table S-PVDF. Products included in
4.5.1 Examples:
the designations reference Specification D3222 callouts where
4.5.1.1 Example 1—Product made from unfilled virgin
applicable.
PVDF:
4.2.1 The type of PVDF shape product shall be categorized
CELL CALLOUT: S-PVDF0111
by type, grade and class depending on resin and filler compo-
where:
sitions as defined in Table S-PVDF.
S-PVDF01 = product made from PVDF in accordance with
4.2.2 Each type of shape shall be categorized into one of
Table S-PVDF,
several grades as follows:
1 = unfilled class, and
4.2.2.1 Grade 1—Unmodified Virgin—Extruded or com-
1 = unmodified virgin grade product.
pression molded product made using only 100 % virgin PVDF
4.5.1.2 Example 2—Product made from 10 % carbon fiber
material.
blended with unmodified virgin PVDF resin:
4.2.2.2 Grade 2—General Purpose—Extruded or compres-
CELL CALLOUT: S-PVDF0100C10X3454430
sion molded product made using up to 20 % PVDF regrind
developed during internal processing steps is allowed.
where:
4.2.2.3 Grade 3—Recycled—Extruded or compression
S-PVDF0100 = product made from PVDF in accordance
molded product made using up to 100 % recycled PVDF resin.
with Table S-PVDF, unspecified,
C10 = 10 % carbon fiber,
4.3 The type, class and grade is further differentiated based
X = Table X properties,
on dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test),
3 = tensile strength (10,000 psi),
Table S-PVDF, and dimensional requirements, TablesAand B.
4 = elongation at break (10 %),
5 = tensile modulus (500,000 psi),
4.4 Property Tables:
4 = dimensional stability (0.4 %),
4.4.1 TableS-PVDF(whereSindicatesthisisashapetable)
4 = flexural modulus (550,000 psi),
shall be used to describe both extruded or compression molded
3 = Izod impact (1.0 ft-lb/in of notch), and
products.
0 = unspecified.
4.4.2 Table X is intended to be used to describe both
4.5.2 These two examples illustrate how an on-line, alpha-
extruded or compression molded products not included in
numeric sequence identifies the product composition, commer-
Table S-PVDF via a cell callout that includes the applicable
cial parameters and physical characteristics of extruded or
Table S-PVDF type and specific properties (Designations 1-7).
compression molded product. A space must be used as a
4.4.3 To facilitate the incorporation of future or special
separator between the specification number and the type
materials not covered by Table S-PVDF, the “as specified”
designation. No separators are needed between type, class and
category (00) for type, class and grade is shown in the table
grade. When special notes are to be included, such information
with the basic properties to be obtained from Table X, as they
must be preceded by a comma. Special tolerances must be
apply.
noted at the time of order and are inserted after the grade in
4.4.4 Reinforcements and Additive Materials—A symbol
parenthesis and preceded by a comma.
(single-letter) will be used for the major reinforcement or
5. Property Requirements
combination, or both, along with two numbers that indicate the
percentage of addition by mass with the tolerance as tabulated 5.1 The physical property values listed within this specifi-
below. This must be included in all Table X callouts.
cation’s tables are to be considered minimum specification
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values. Any requirement for specific test data for a given 10. Test Conditions
production lot must be specified at the time of order. Physical
10.1 Conditioning of Specimens—Condition the test speci-
properties for products not yet included in Table S-PVDF shall
mens in accordance with Procedure A of Practice D618.
bespecifiedusingTableXforextrudedorcompressionmolded
Conditioning time is specified as a minimum. Temperature and
products.
humidity tolerances shall be in accordance with the Require-
ments for ConditioningAtmospheres section of Practice D618.
6. Dimensional Requirements
10.2 Standard Temperature—Conduct the tests at the same
6.1 The type, class and grade is differentiated based on
temperature and humidity used for conditioning with toler-
dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test),
ances in accordance with the Requirements for Conditioning
Table S-PVDF and dimensional requirements, TablesAand B.
Atmospheres section of Practice D618.
Products shall be produced within commercial tolerances and
withtheloweststresslevelsformachinedpartsasdelineatedin
TablesAandBforextrudedandcompressionmoldedproducts. 11. Test Methods
6.2 Tubular bar dimensions shall be supplied in the unfin- 11.1 Test tensile strength at break, and tensile modulus
ished condition, unless otherwise specified at time of order (tangent) in accordance with Test Method D638, at the rate of
sufficient to finish to the nominal dimension ordered. 0.2 in./min.
11.1.1 Test all plate specimens in accordance with Type I of
6.3 The maximum allowable camber or bow, or both, shall
Test Method D638.
be within the limits referenced in Tables A and B.
11.1.2 Test all rod specimens in accordance with Test
7. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
Method D638.
7.1 Appearance—The color of products shall be as pub-
11.2 Dimensional Stability:
lished by the shapes manufacturer. They shall be uniform in
11.2.1 Specimen Preparation (A Minimum of Three Test
color throughout the thickness. Specific colors and color-
Samples Required).
matching only agreed to by order. It is possible for
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Designation: D6713 − 19 D6713 − 21
Standard Specification for
Extruded and Compression Molded Shapes Made from
Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6713; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope*
1.1 This specification covers the requirements and test methods for the material, dimensions, and workmanship, and the properties
of extruded sheet, rod and tubular bar manufactured from PVDF.
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 are described by using the classification system given in
Section 4.
1.3 The values stated in English units are to be regarded as the standard in all property and dimensional tables. For reference
purposes, SI units are also included in Tables X and S-PVDF only.
1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method or test methods described in 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
NOTE 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. ISO 12086-1 and ISO 12086-2 have pertinent information.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D256 Test Methods for Determining the Izod Pendulum Impact Resistance of Plastics
D618 Practice for Conditioning Plastics for Testing
D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics
D790 Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
D1600 Terminology for Abbreviated Terms Relating to Plastics
D3222 Specification for Unmodified Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF) Molding Extrusion and Coating Materials
D3892 Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic Materials.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2019Oct. 1, 2021. Published October 2019October 2021. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 20142019 as
D6713 - 14.D6713 - 19. DOI: 10.1520/D6713-19.10.1520/D6713-21.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D6713 − 21
D4000 Classification System for Specifying Plastic Materials
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 regrind (plastic), n—a product or scrap such as sprues and runners that have been reclaimed by shredding and granulating
for use in-house.
3.1.2 For definitions of terms used in this specification and associated with plastics issues refer to the terminology contained in
D883.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.2.1 recycled-plastic shape, n—a product made from up to 100 % post-consumer material.
3.2.2 rod, n—an extruded solid cylindrical shape with a minimum diameter of ⁄16 in.
3.2.3 sheet, n—flat stock greater than and including 0.010 in. thickness.
1 1
3.2.4 tubular bar, n—extruded annular shapes with minimum inside diameter of ⁄16 in., and a minimum wall of ⁄4 in.
3.2.5 unmodified virgin plastic shape, n—a product produced from virgin plastic, as furnished by a manufacturer, with no additives
or processing aids.
4. Classification and Material
4.1 Product shape and size as defined in the applicable purchase order.
4.2 This specification covers product extruded and compression molded as listed in Table S-PVDF. Products included in the
designations reference Specification D3222 callouts where applicable.
4.2.1 The type of PVDF shape product shall be categorized by type, grade and class depending on resin and filler compositions
as defined in Table S-PVDF.
4.2.2 Each type of shape shall be categorized into one of several grades as follows:
4.2.2.1 Grade 1—Unmodified Virgin—Extruded or compression molded product made using only 100 % virgin PVDF material.
4.2.2.2 Grade 2—General Purpose—Extruded or compression molded product made using up to 20 % PVDF regrind developed
during internal processing steps is allowed.
4.2.2.3 Grade 3—Recycled—Extruded or compression molded product made using up to 100 % recycled PVDF resin.
4.3 The type, class and grade is further differentiated based on dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test), Table
S-PVDF, and dimensional requirements, Tables A and B.
4.4 Property Tables:
4.4.1 Table S-PVDF (where S indicates this is a shape table) shall be used to describe both extruded or compression molded
products.
4.4.2 Table X is intended to be used to describe both extruded or compression molded products not included in Table S-PVDF
via a cell callout that includes the applicable Table S-PVDF type and specific properties (Designations 1-7).
4.4.3 To facilitate the incorporation of future or special materials not covered by Table S-PVDF, the “as specified” category (00)
for type, class and grade is shown in the table with the basic properties to be obtained from Table X, as they apply.
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4.4.4 Reinforcements and Additive Materials—A symbol (single-letter) will be used for the major reinforcement or combination,
or both, along with two numbers that indicate the percentage of addition by mass with the tolerance as tabulated below. This must
be included in all Table X callouts.
Symbol Material Tolerance (Based on
the Total Mass)
C Carbon and graphite fiber ±2 %
reinforced
G Glass-reinforced ±2 %
<15 % glass content ±3 %
>15 % glass content
L Lubricants (for example, by agreement between
PTFE, graphite, and silicone) the
supplier and the user
M Mineral ±2 %
R Combinations of reinforcements ±3 % for the total
or fillers, or both reinforcement
4.5 Callout Designation—A one-line system shall be used to specify PVDF materials covered by this specification. The system
uses predefined cells to refer to specific aspects of this specification as illustrated below:
4.5.1 Examples:
4.5.1.1 Example 1—Product made from unfilled virgin PVDF:
CELL CALLOUT: S-PVDF0111
where:
S-PVDF01 = product made from PVDF in accordance with Table S-PVDF,
1 = unfilled class, and
1 = unmodified virgin grade product.
4.5.1.2 Example 2—Product made from 10 % carbon fiber blended with unmodified virgin PVDF resin:
CELL CALLOUT: S-PVDF0100C10X3454430
where:
S-PVDF0100 = product made from PVDF in accordance with Table S-PVDF, unspecified,
C10 = 10 % carbon fiber,
X = Table X properties,
3 = tensile strength (10,000 psi),
4 = elongation at break (10 %),
5 = tensile modulus (500,000 psi),
4 = dimensional stability (0.4 %),
4 = flexural modulus (550,000 psi),
3 = Izod impact (1.0 ft-lb/in of notch), and
0 = unspecified.
4.5.2 These two examples illustrate how an on-line, alphanumeric sequence identifies the product composition, commercial
parameters and physical characteristics of extruded or compression molded product. A space must be used as a separator between
the specification number and the type designation. No separators are needed between type, class and grade. When special notes
are to be included, such information must be preceded by a comma. Special tolerances must be noted at the time of order and are
inserted after the grade in parenthesis and preceded by a comma.
5. Property Requirements
5.1 The physical property values listed within this specification’s tables are to be considered minimum specification values. Any
requirement for specific test data for a given production lot must be specified at the time of order. Physical properties for products
not yet included in Table S-PVDF shall be specified using Table X for extruded or compression molded products.
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6. Dimensional Requirements
6.1 The type, class and grade is differentiated based on dimensional stability (elevated temperature excursion test), Table S-PVDF
and dimensional requirements, Tables A and B. Products shall be produced within commercial tolerances and with the lowest stress
levels for machined parts as delineated in Tables A and B for extruded and compression molded products.
6.2 Tubular bar dimensions shall be supplied in the unfinished condition, unless otherwise specified at time of order sufficient to
finish to the nominal dimension ordered.
6.3 The maximum allowable camber or bow, or both, shall be within the limits referenced in Tables A and B.
7. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
7.1 Appearance—The color of products shall be as published by the shapes manufacturer. They shall be uniform in color
throughout the thickness. Specific colors and color-matching only agreed to by order. It is possible for physical properties to be
affected by colors.
7.2 Finish—All products shall be free of blisters, wrinkles, cracks, gouges and defects that restrict commercial use of the product.
A special surface finish shall be supplied only when specified in the purchase order or contact.
7.3 Defects—All products shall be free of voids, dirt, foreign material and embedded particles exceeding ⁄32 in. maximum
diameter as defined in 7.3.1.
7.3.1 The criteria for determining internal cleanliness shall be external visual inspection. A maximum number of two internal
defects per square foot of sheet and one foot length of rod and tubular bar shall be allowed. Clusters of defects less than ⁄32 in.
diameter are to be counted as a single defect.
8. Sampling
8.1 Sampling shall be statistically adequate to satisfy the requirements of this specification as applicable.
8.2 For purposes of sampling, an inspection lot for examination and tests shall consist of all material of the same type, class, grade,
and nominal size submitted for inspection at one time.
9. Number of Tests
9.1 Routine lot inspection shall consist of all criteria specified in the applicable product tables.
9.2 The criteria listed in these product tables and definitions are sufficient to establish conformity of the sheet, rod or tubular bars
to this specification. When the number of test specimens is not stat
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