ASTM D695 Compression Test Services for Plastics

ASTM D695 is a standard test method for determining the compressive properties of rigid plastics. It is commonly used to measure compressive strength, compressive modulus, deformation, and behavior at yield or failure. The method helps manufacturers compare materials, validate design assumptions, support quality control, and document whether a plastic material can withstand compressive loading in its intended application.

For plastics, ASTM D695 is the standard commonly used to evaluate compression properties under an unconfined compressive load. If the question refers to soil testing, the unconfined compressive strength method is typically ASTM D2166/D2166M. B83 Testing & Engineering focuses on product and material testing, including ASTM D695 compression testing for plastic specimens and components.

ASTM D695 is generally used for rigid plastic materials, including molded, machined, reinforced, filled, or engineered plastic specimens when they can be prepared to the required geometry. The test is not intended for every flexible or highly elastic material. Our team reviews the material type, specimen dimensions, and project objective before confirming the appropriate setup.

ASTM D695 specimens are typically machined or molded to defined dimensions based on the material form and measurement objective. Accurate specimen preparation is important because alignment, surface finish, and geometry can affect compressive results. B83 can review your drawings, supplied samples, or test plan to confirm whether the specimens are suitable before testing begins.

A typical ASTM D695 report includes specimen identification, test method reference, equipment details, conditioning information when applicable, load-displacement data, compressive strength, modulus or strain-related results when measured, and observations about yield, deformation, or failure. Reports are structured to support engineering review, quality documentation, supplier comparisons, or product development decisions.

Turnaround depends on specimen readiness, quantity, conditioning requirements, fixturing needs, and current laboratory schedule. Straightforward compression testing can often move efficiently once samples and requirements are confirmed. B83 Testing & Engineering is known for flexible scheduling and accommodating changing client demands, especially when teams face development deadlines or production decision points.

Pricing is based on the number of specimens, material condition, required data outputs, fixture needs, reporting expectations, and whether additional services such as load/displacement analysis or related mechanical testing are needed. Providing drawings, material information, the required standard, and your desired report format helps the laboratory prepare an accurate estimate.

Yes. B83 Testing & Engineering is an ANAB accredited ISO/IEC 17025:2017 testing laboratory. Accreditation supports technical competence, documented procedures, traceability, and quality management for covered testing activities. For compliance-driven projects, the team can review your required method, scope needs, and documentation expectations before work begins.