Superseded Standard
Historical

ASTM D6976-13

Standard Specification for Rubber Contraceptives—Vaginal Diaphragms

Summary

1.1 This specification covers requirements for contraceptive vaginal diaphragms, hereafter called diaphragms.

1.2 Vaginal barrier devices known as cervical caps, vaginal sponges and female condoms are not included in this specification.


Rationale:

This specification covers contraceptive vaginal diaphragms but does not cover other vaginal barrier devices such as cervical caps, vaginal sponges, and female condoms. The products are classified into three types according to structure and should be manufactured from elastomeric polymer dome with a metal reinforced peripheral rim or a rim made of other suitable materials. The diaphragms should pass rim and spring compression tests, tensile tests, and elongation at break tests.

Technical characteristics

Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)
Publication Date 05/01/2013
Collection
Page Count 6
Themes Mechanical contraceptives
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