Astm D3078 Pdf 2021 Jun 2026

While the standard does not prescribe a single universal vacuum level, the 2021 edition provides better guidance on selecting vacuum levels based on package type and seal strength. It warns against applying excessive vacuum that could artificially rupture seals (non-leak related failure).

| Standard | Method | Best for | |----------|--------|----------| | ASTM F2338 | Vacuum decay | Non-porous, micro-leaks, automated | | ASTM F1929 | Dye penetration | Porous/non-porous seals, colored dye | | ASTM F3039 | Laser-based gas leak | High sensitivity, non-destructive | | ASTM F2095 | Pressure decay | Rigid or semi-rigid packages | astm d3078 pdf 2021