ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions
3. Summary of Test Method
3.1 The test specimen is burned from a cotton wick in an atmosphere of purified air. The water formed is collected from the combustion gases by a desiccant and weighed.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 Knowledge of the hydrogen content of petroleum products, particularly fuels, can be helpful in assessing performance characteristics.
4.2 This test method is suitable for most laboratory applications requiring the determination of hydrogen in liquid petroleum lubricants and products.
