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  • ASTM D87 standard test method for melting point of petroleum wax (Cooling Curve) ASTM D87 standard test method for melting point of petroleum wax (Cooling Curve)1. Scope1.1 This test method covers the determination of the melting point (cooling curve) of petroleum wax. It is unsuitable for waxes of the petrolatum group, microcrystalline waxes, or blends of such waxes with paraffin ...
  • ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions10. Quality Control10.1 Confirm the performance of the test procedure by analyzing a QC sample (see 6.6).10.1.1 When QC/Quality Assurance (QA) protocols are already established in the testing facility, these may be used to confirm the ...
  • ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions8. Procedure8.1 Connect the charged absorbers to each other and to the chimney delivery tube as shown in the complete assembly of the apparatus in Fig. 2. Attach the U-tube containing anhydrous calcium sulfate to the exit end of the second ...
  • ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions5. Apparatus5.1 Lamp - A lamp (see Note 1) consisting of a 25-mL Erlenmeyer flask, a burner, and a burner cap conforming to the dimensions shown in Fig. 1. The burner consists of two concentric glass tubes, the external one having an ...
  • ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions3. Summary of Test Method3.1 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 Use4.1 Knowledge of the ...
  • ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions ASTM D1018 standard test method for hydrogen in petroleum fractions1. Scope1.1 This test method covers the determination of hydrogen in petroleum fractions that can be burned completely without smoking in a wick lamp.1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated ...
  • ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine11. Report11.1 The report shall include the following:11.1.1 Average burning rate of the sample to the nearest 1 g/h.11.1.2 Initial dimensions of the flame to the nearest 1 mm.11.1.3 Final dimensions of the flame to the nearest 1 mm.11.1.4 ...
  • ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine10. Procedure10.1 Dry the wick in an oven (Warning - Avoid skin contact with exposed hot surfaces by use of protective equipment) at 105°C for 1 h. While still hot, soak the wick in the sample and insert the wick into the wick guide. Rinse ...
  • ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine9. Preparation of Apparatus9.1 Drain the lamp reservoir completely of any previous kerosine sample (Warning - Combustible. Vapor harmful), and rinse successively several times with a small portion of the kerosine sample to be tested.9.2 Clean ...
  • ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine ASTM D187 standard test method for burning quality of kerosine5. Apparatus5.1 Lamp Assembly, conforming essentially to the shape and dimensions shown in Fig. 1. It is essential to ensure that the burner fits vertically into the oil reservoir and that the wick-guide has parallel sides and is centrally ...