ASTM_D_748_-_14.pdf

Designation:D74814Standard Specification forNatural Block Mica and Mica Films Suitable for Use in FixedMica-Dielectric Capacitors1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D748;the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1.Scope*1.1 This specification covers natural block mica2and micafilms(cut and uncut)suitable for use in the manufacture offixed mica-dielectric capacitors,based on electrical,visual,andphysical properties as determined by tests specified herein.1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regardedas standard.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:3D149 Test Method for Dielectric Breakdown Voltage andDielectric Strength of Solid Electrical Insulating Materialsat Commercial Power FrequenciesD351 Classification for Natural Muscovite Block Mica andThins Based on Visual QualityD1082 Test Method for Dissipation Factor and Permittivity(Dielectric Constant)of Mica2.2 ASTM Adjuncts:Test electrodesGrid test electrodes3.Terminology3.1 For definitions pertaining to this specification see Clas-sification D351.4.Significance and Use4.1 The properties included in this specification are thoserequired to identify the types of natural block mica and micafilms(cut and uncut)suitable for use in the manufacture offixed mica-dielectric capacitors.It is possible that other re-quirements will be necessary to identify particular character-istics.These will be added to the specification as their inclusionbecomes generally desirable,and the necessary test data andmethods become available.It is possible that natural blockmica and mica films that do not conform to the requirements ofthis specification for capacitor use are capable of meeting therequirements for other critical electrical insulation purposes.4.2 The system of classifying electrical quality of naturalblock and mica films(cut and uncut)covered by this specifi-cation is based on a combination of electrical and physicalproperties,and visual qualities specified herein,which the micamust possess.This system differs radically from past practicesand previous concepts of mica quality for capacitor use.Theelectrical classification system does not discriminate againstthe presence of spots and stains in even first quality electricallyselected mica,provided the mica conforms to specific andphysical requirements.Appreciable amounts of air inclusionsand waviness also are permitted in all electrical quality classes,provided the mica meets specific electrical and physicalrequirements.Mica meeting these requirements is acceptablewithout regard to color or origin.However,mica meeting theseelectrical and physical requirements but having lower visualquality than that meeting the requirements for the visual qualityclassification is not considered generally as desirable.4.3 In capacitor fabrication,one or more pieces of cut filmor block mica having lower than required electrical andphysical properties will possibly prevent meeting the endrequirements of the capacitor.It is therefore required that eachpiece of block(cut)or film(cut or uncut),or both,be tested forthe electrical requirements and inspected for the visual require-ments listed in this specification.5.Forms5.1 This specification covers the following three forms ofnatural mica,suitable for use in the manufacture of mica-dielectric capacitors:5.1.1 Form 1Full-knife trimmed natural block mica 0.007to 0.035 in.(0.18 to 0.89 mm)in thickness.5.1.1.1 It is acceptable for a certain percentage of blockmica thinner than 0.007 in.to be accepted under thisspecification,upon agreement between the purchaser and themanufacturer.1This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D09 onElectrical and Electronic Insulating Materials and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee D09.19 on Dielectric Sheet and Roll Products.Current edition approved Nov.1,2014.Published December 2014.Originallyapproved in 1943.Last previous edition approved in 2011 as D748 00(2011).DOI:10.1520/D0748-14.2Coutlee,K.G.,“Electrical Quality Classification of Raw Mica by a Rapid,Direct-Reading Test Method,”Proceedings,ASTM,Vol 46,1946,p.1486.3For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standardCopyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 5.1.2 Form 2Half-knife trimmed natural block mica 0.007to 0.035 in.in thickness.5.1.3 Form 3Films(cut or uncut)split or manufacturedfrom natural block mica in any range from 0.0008 up to andincluding 0.006 in.(0.020 to 0.15 mm).6.Grades(Sizes)