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ISTA 6–Amazon–SIOC Type G Test Method
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Package
Amazon Type G testing applies to individual packaged televisions or monitors weighing less than 150 lb (68 kg) with a girth less than 165 inches (4.19 m) that are shipped via parcel delivery. These products use the standard handling shipping method. Girth is calculated as L + 2(W + H).
The standard handling shipping method is also referred to as floor-loaded, and applies to products received at Amazon fulfillment centers as individual packages without pallets, or multiple packaged products on a single pallet but sold to consumers without the pallet
Television/monitor products are defined as any package containing a television or monitor as the primary product. Amazon packaging testing has created a separate test category for televisions and monitors because they possess distinct characteristics that differentiate them from other packages. It should be noted that televisions and monitors are considered non-fragile items and therefore require only one sample for testing.
The purpose of Amazon packaging test Type G is to evaluate the protective performance of television/monitor packaging and obtain ISTA 6 Amazon SIOC certification. The packaged product will be subjected to vibration, impact, and other stress-related tests that simulate the hazards encountered during transportation to the customer
Products that pass the test sequence listed in the table below may qualify for Amazon SIOC (Ships in Own Container) certification.
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Type G – Individual packaged televisions/monitors weighing less than 150 lb (68 kg) with girth less than 165 inches (4.19 m) |
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Test sequence |
Test Type |
Test Content |
Test level |
Note |
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1 |
Atmospheric Preprocessing |
Temperature and humidity |
Laboratory environment, 12 hours |
Essential |
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2 |
Atmospheric regulation |
Controlled temperature and humidity |
Select temperature and humidity from the list provided by the standard, taking into account the actual conditions. |
Optional |
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3 |
Impact |
Free fall |
9 Drop height varies depending on the weight of the packaged product. |
Essential |
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4 |
Horizontal compression |
Simulated gripping |
Calculate according to the formula and clamp in multiple directions as instructed. |
Any two axes with a width dimension ≥ 24 in (610 mm) and < 75 in (1905 mm) |
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5 |
Vertical compression |
In the intended direction of product transportation |
Calculate the holding force according to the formula and test for 1 hour. |
Essential |
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6 |
Vibration |
Random vibration (with or without load) |
The overall Grms levels are 0.53 and 0.46. |
Essential |
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7 |
Impact |
Tilted or horizontal impact |
48 in/sec (4 ft/sec) (1.2 m/sec) Impact speed or higher |
Essential |
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8 |
Impact |
Free fall (second time) |
8 Second drop—height varies depending on the weight of the packaged product. Includes fall hazard. |
Essential |
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9 |
Impact |
Concentrated Edge Impact Test |
Drop height: 16 in (406 mm) |
Must—Danger box smashed against one side of the screen. |
Horizontal Compression Test
Vertical Compression Test
ISTA and Amazon have identified the following advantages of packaging testing:
◉ Shorten time-to-market
◉ Increase confidence in product launches
◉ Reduce product damage and loss
◉ Balance distribution costs
◉ Enhance customer satisfaction and help increase market share
Recertification is required when any of the following occurs:
◉ Any change to the packaging
◉ Any change to the product design
◉ Damage is observed by Amazon during the delivery of products to customers
SATISFY provide authoritative SIOC certification reports recognized by Amazon. Contact SATISFY Customer Service for more information on Amazon packaging testing.
Note: The above test methods are derived from ISTA 6-Amazon.com-SIOC and are shared for reference purposes only.
Related Links:
◉ ISTA 6 Amazon Packaging Testing
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