ASTM D4768 - 11(2019)

ASTM D4768-11(2019) Standard for Electrical Engineering

The ASTM D4768-11(2019) standard is a critical reference for electrical engineering professionals, providing comprehensive technical specifications and guidelines. This latest edition, published in December 2019, outlines the essential requirements and test methods for a wide range of electrical engineering applications.

Key Specifications and Compliance Benefits

• Scope: Covers testing and evaluation of electrical insulating materials, including solid, liquid, and gaseous dielectrics used in electrical equipment and systems.
• Test Methods: Detailed procedures for measuring dielectric strength, volume resistivity, surface resistivity, and other key electrical properties.
• Material Requirements: Specifies acceptable ranges and tolerances for critical parameters such as permittivity, dissipation factor, and breakdown voltage.
• Safety and Reliability: Ensures electrical components and systems meet rigorous safety standards, reducing the risk of failures, fires, and other hazards.
• Quality Assurance: Provides a consistent framework for testing, evaluation, and quality control, enabling manufacturers to deliver reliable, high-performance products.
• Regulatory Compliance: Aligns with international standards and regulations, facilitating global market access and trade for electrical engineering products.

Applications and Industries

The ASTM D4768-11(2019) standard is widely applicable across the electrical engineering sector, including the following industries and applications:

• Power generation and transmission
• Electrical equipment and machinery
• Telecommunications and data networks
• Automotive and transportation systems
• Aerospace and defense electronics
• Renewable energy technologies
• Industrial automation and control systems

Accessing the Standard

The ASTM D4768-11(2019) standard is available in both digital PDF and hardcopy formats. The digital version allows for easy searching, bookmarking, and sharing, while the hardcopy provides a durable reference for on-site use. Regardless of format, this standard is an essential resource for electrical engineers, designers, and manufacturers seeking to ensure compliance, safety, and performance in their products and systems.