Comparative Evaluation of Container Leak Test Procedures of Federal Test Method Standard 101B Method 5009

Abstract

This report presents an evaluation in Container Leak tests, i.e., the squeeze technique, (para 6.4), versus the vacuum chamber technique, (para 6.2), prescribed in method 5009-1 of Federal Test Method Standard 101-B. The squeeze test was found to be a suitable alternative to the vacuum chamber test for determining leaks in flexible self supporting containers sealed in atmospheric conditions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA073749

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  • Dwight S. Sheeter

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  • Air Force
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  • Containers
  • Engineering
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  • Materials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Packaging
  • Pressure Gages
  • Spark Plugs
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods
  • Vacuum
  • Vacuum Chambers

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