ASTM International Standard Test Method for Assignment of a Glass Transition Temperature Using Thermomechanical Analysis: Tension Method ASTM E1824-13

1.1 This test method covers a procedure for the assignment of a glass transition temperature (Tg) of materials on heating using thermomechanical measurements in tension. 1.2 This test method may be used as a complement to Test Method E1545 and is applicable to amorphous or to partially crystalline materials in the form of films, fibers, wires, etc., that are sufficiently rigid to inhibit extension during loading at ambient temperature. 1.3 The generally applicable temperature range for this test method is −100 to 600°C. This temperature range may be altered depending upon the instrumentation used. 1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.5 There is no ISO method equivalent to this standard. 1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.