Recognized standard

F2977-20

FDA recognition 8-545 · ASTM · Materials

Key facts

Recognition number 8-545
Designation F2977-20
Title Standard Test Method for Small Punch Testing of Polymeric Biomaterials Used in Surgical Implants
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Materials
Date of entry Dec 21, 2020
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This test method covers the determination of mechanical behavior of polymeric biomaterials by small punch testing of miniature disk specimens (0.5 mm in thickness and 6.4 mm in diameter). The test method has been established for characterizing surgical materials after ram extrusion or…

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