ASTM D695 is the compression test method for the compressive properties of rigid plastics. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What ASTM D695 Covers
It determines compressive strength, modulus, and yield of rigid plastics, addressing the buckling and alignment issues specific to compression.
How the Test Is Run
A rigid plastic specimen with flat, parallel ends is compressed at a controlled rate under aligned platens, and force and deformation are recorded to give the compressive properties.
Why It Matters
Compression data complements tensile data for plastics used under compressive loads; flat, square specimen ends and good alignment are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as ASTM D695 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a plastics testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
ISO 604 is the ISO plastics compression method and ASTM D638 covers tension.
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Setting up compression testing of rigid plastics to ASTM D695? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your material type and force range.
TensileMill CNC products for ASTM D695
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ASTM D695:
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
Build your ASTM D695 workflow with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC helps labs run ASTM D695 with repeatable, audit-ready results. Depending on your specimens, that can include 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.