significance And Use:

scope:

1.1 This practice covers the heat flow calibration of differential scanning calorimeters over the temperature range from − 130 °C to + 800 °C.

1.2 Values given in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.3 Computer or electronic based instruments, techniques or data manipulation equivalent to this practice may also be used.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. See also Section 7.