Testing Products for ASTM D3574
APP-D3574
Application Insight:
Pre-flexing: You must compress the foam to 75% of its thickness twice before taking the actual measurement.
Compliant Hardware Solution
100-1000-6
This machine has been validated to meet the specific requirements of this standard.
View Machine DetailsRegulatory & Test Details
| App Id | APP-D3574 |
|---|---|
| App Standard | ASTM D3574 |
| Standard Organization | ASTM |
| Test Type | Compression/Tear |
| Material Type | Foam |
| Specimen Type | 15" x 15" x 4" Slab |
| Industry Type | Furniture/Auto |
| Min Force Kn | 0.1 |
| Max Force Kn | 5 |
| Min Spd Mm/m | 50 |
| Max Spd Mm/m | 500 |
| Expert Spd | Test B (IFD) is generally 50mm/min. |
| Mach Recommend | 100-1000-6 |
| Pointer App Software | N-ASTM-D3574 |
| Pointer Fixture Family | G-ASTM-D3574 |
| Pointer Strain Family | E-ASTM-D3574 |
Implementation Commentary
This is the Gold Standard for mattress and car seat comfort (IFD – Indentation Force Deflection).