Film Impact Test Method – Pendulum, Dart Impact Tester
Plastic films used in packaging, medical devices, and electronics must endure various forces during production, transportation, and handling. To ensure their durability, a film impact test is performed to evaluate the material’s resistance to sudden mechanical impacts. This guide outlines the test’s purpose, standard procedures, and suitable materials, focusing on widely recognized methods like the dart impact test for film and the pendulum impact test for film, as specified in ASTM D1709 and ASTM D3420. Understanding the Purpose of the Film Impact Test The film impact test helps determine a material’s ability to withstand puncture or tearing from an external force. For packaging and medical film applications, resistance to impact […]