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.

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1. Scope

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.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D412 Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers--Tension

D573 Test Method for Rubber--Deterioration in an Air Oven

D3767 Practice for Rubber--Measurement of Dimensions

ISO Standard

Federal Regulations

Keywords

contraceptives; diaphragms; rubber; vaginal; Contraceptives; Diaphragms; Rubber; Vaginal diaphragms;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 11.200 (Birth control. Mechanical contraceptives)

Citing ASTM Standards

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