Ozone Resistance Test Methods Available at ARDL Include:

ASTM D 518
Standard Test Method for Rubber Deterioration - Surface Cracking

    Method A, Straight Stretch

    Method B, Bent Loop

    Method C, Tapered Specimen

ASTM D 1149
Standard Test Method for Rubber Deterioration-Surface Ozone Cracking in a Chamber

ASTM D 1171
Standard Test Method for Rubber Deterioration
Surface Ozone Cracking Outdoors or Chamber (Triangular Specimens)

     Method A, Exposure Rating

     Method B, Quality Retention Rating

ARDL can test to additional standardized specifications as well as custom specifications. If you are interested in a method that is not listed here, please do not hesitate to call (330) 794-6600 or toll free (866) 778-ARDL to find out if we can perform your test. Chances are we can help and if not, we may know someone who can.

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