ASTM D573 Rubber Air-Oven Aging (Deterioration) Test Method
ASTM D573 is the rubber aging test method for evaluating how vulcanized rubber properties change after exposure to heat in air. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What ASTM D573 Covers
It ages rubber specimens in a heated air oven, then compares properties such as tensile strength and elongation before and after to assess heat resistance and durability.
How the Test Is Run
Specimens are held in a controlled hot-air oven for a defined time, then conditioned and retested; the change in tensile and other properties quantifies the aging effect.
Why It Matters
Heat aging predicts how rubber degrades in service; the follow-up tensile testing uses grips and travel suited to elastomers.
Reading the Designation
Cited as ASTM D573 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a rubber testing setup, request a quote.
TensileMill CNC products for ASTM D573
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ASTM D573.
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Pneumatic Clamping Grips for Consistent Specimen Holding
Pneumatic clamping grips for consistent, high-cycle holding
Set up ASTM D573 testing with TensileMill CNC
Tell us your materials, specimen forms, and required test sections, and our team will match the right configuration.