ASTM D3846Standard Test Method for In-Plane Shear Strength of Reinforced Plastics
ASTM D3486 is a test method used for evaluating the in-plane strength of reinforced thermosetting plastics in flat sheet form in thicknesses ranging from 2.54 to 6.60 mm. It is used to assess the strength of the reinforcement-to-resin bond in polyester-, vinyl ester- and epoxy-resin composites.
Before conducting ASTM D3486, it is important to read the entire specification. Standards can be obtained from appropriate standard authorities.