ASTM D642: Standard Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of…
ASTM D642 is the compression test for whole boxes and unit loads: the box sits between two platens and is squeezed until it fails or reaches a set load. It is how a BCT estimate from the McKee formula should be confirmed.
At a glance
| Publisher | ASTM |
|---|---|
| Designation | ASTM D642 |
| Full title | Standard Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of Shipping Containers, Components, and Unit Loads |
| Type | Test method |
| Mode | Laboratory |
When to use it
- Confirming the stacking strength of a box design
- Checking a supplier's board change did not cut strength
This summary is Packgent's own. It does not reproduce the procedure: get the current edition from ASTM before testing.