ASTM D1708 is the tensile test method for measuring comparative tensile strength and elongation of plastics using microtensile specimens. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What ASTM D1708 Covers
It uses small microtensile specimens for cases where limited material is available or where comparative data suffices, giving tensile strength and elongation on a reduced scale.
How the Test Is Run
A microtensile specimen is gripped and pulled at a controlled rate, and comparative tensile strength and elongation are recorded. The small scale demands careful alignment and gripping.
Why It Matters
Microtensile testing extends plastics tensile evaluation to small samples, useful in development and quality checks where a full specimen is not available.
Reading the Designation
Cited as ASTM D1708 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a plastics testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
ASTM D638 is the standard plastics tensile method and ISO 527-2 is the ISO equivalent.
Request a Quote
Setting up microtensile testing of plastics to ASTM D1708? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your specimen size and grip requirements.
TensileMill CNC products for ASTM D1708
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ASTM D1708:
TensileMill CNC MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Micro Machine
MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Sample Preparation
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Equip your lab for ASTM D1708 with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC builds testing systems used across quality control, research, and production. For this work we supply universal testing machines, film and dumbbell grips, and specimen preparation for plastics. Send us your specimen types and target standards, and we will help you spec the right system.