ASTM D3944-88(2005)
Historical Standard: ASTM D3944-88(2005) Standard Test Method for Solidification Point of Petroleum Wax
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ASTM D3944
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for rapidly determining the solidification point of petroleum wax.
Note 1This test method is also applicable to similar materials such as synthetic waxes but the precision may vary.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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
D87 Test Method for Melting Point of Petroleum Wax (Cooling Curve)
D127 Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum
D938 Test Method for Congealing Point of Petroleum Waxes, Including Petrolatum
E1 Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
Keywords
petroleum wax; solidification print; wax;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 75.140 (Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products)
DOI: 10.1520/D3944-88R05
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