ASTM F2227-13R21 - Standard Test Method for Non-Destructive Detection of Leaks in Non-sealed and Empty Packaging Trays by CO<inf>2</inf> Tracer Gas Method
Standard Test Method for Non-Destructive Detection of Leaks in Non-sealed and Empty Packaging Trays by CO<inf>2</inf> Tracer Gas Method
| Standard number: | F2227-13R21 |
| Released: | 15.01.2021 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Section: | 15.10 |
| Keywords: | carbon dioxide (CO2) leak testing; flexible packaging; infrared CO2 sensor; medical package integrity test; non-destructive testing; package integrity monitoring; pass/fail criteria; permeable packaging; pinhole leaks; porous packaging; sealing membrane performance; sterile integrity tests; trace gas leak testing; trays pass/fail levels; |
1.1 This non-destructive test method detects pinhole leaks in trays, as small as 50 μm (0.002 in.) in diameter, or equivalently sized cracks, subject to trace gas concentration in the tray, tray design and manufacturing tolerances.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.