ASTM D6468
Standard Test Method for High Temperature Stability of Distillate Fuels
Organization: | ASTM |
Publication Date: | 1 May 2006 |
Status: | inactive |
Page Count: | 6 |
ICS Code (Liquid and solid fuel burners): | 27.060.10 |
scope:
This test method covers relative stability of middle distillate fuels under high temperature aging conditions with limited air exposure. This test method is suitable for all No. 1 and No. 2 grades in Specifications D 396, D 975, D 2880, and D 3699 and for grades DMX and DMA in Specification D 2069. It is also suitable for similar fuels meeting other specifications.
This test method is not suitable for fuels whose flash point, as determined by Test Methods D 56, D 93, or D 3828, is less than 38°C. This test method is not suitable for fuels containing residual oil.
The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.
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