ASTM D882 is the test method for the tensile properties of thin plastic sheeting and film. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What ASTM D882 Covers
It applies to plastics too thin for the standard dumbbell method, using strip specimens and controlled gripping to obtain tensile strength, elongation, and modulus.
How the Test Is Run
A strip of film is gripped and pulled at a defined rate, with alignment and grip pressure controlled to avoid tearing, and tensile properties are determined from the load-extension data.
Why It Matters
Thin films require this dedicated method because standard dumbbell testing is impractical; clean edges and careful gripping are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as ASTM D882 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 527-3 is the ISO film tensile method and ASTM D638 covers thicker plastics.
Request a Quote
Setting up thin-film tensile testing to ASTM D882? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your film thickness and grip requirements.
TensileMill CNC products for ASTM D882
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ASTM D882:
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 D882 workflow with TensileMill CNC
Adding capacity or replacing older equipment? TensileMill CNC can support your ASTM D882 program. That typically means universal testing machines, film and dumbbell grips, and specimen preparation for plastics. Tell us your materials, specimen forms, and required test sections, and our team will match the right configuration.