ASTM International - ASTM D4559-99(2018)

Standard Test Method for Volatile Matter in Silicone Fluid

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Organization:	ASTM International
Publication Date:	1 December 2018
Status:	active
Page Count:	2
ICS Code (Lubricants, industrial oils and related products):	75.100

significance And Use:

4.1 High values may indicate contamination of the silicone with other materials, inadequate removal of volatile components by the producer, or the presence of a depolymerization... View More

scope:

1.1 This test method describes a procedure for determining the volatile matter in silicone fluids used for electrical insulation.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.