GB/T 1842-2008

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Plastics - Test method for environmental stress-cracking of polyethylene

塑料 聚乙烯环境应力开裂试验方法

Standard Type
GBT
ICS
83.080.20
CCS
G31
Status
Active
Issue Date
2008-08-01
Implementation
2009-04-01
Centralized Committee
中国石油和化学工业联合会
Issuing Authority
中华人民共和国国家质量监督检验检疫总局、中国国家标准化管理委员会

Application Summary AI generated

This standard specifies the test method for determining the environmental stress-cracking resistance of polyethylene materials under constant tensile load in the presence of a surface-active agent. It is applied in the plastics industry for quality control and material selection, particularly for polyethylene used in pipes, containers, and cable insulation where long-term durability against chemical and mechanical stress is critical. The test is conducted under controlled laboratory conditions to simulate real-world cracking failures.

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