scope:

Scope

1. This standard describes the procedures for calibrating tank cars. It is presented in two parts: Part I (Section 2 to 21) outlines procedures for nonpressure-type tank cars; Part II (Section 22 to 31) outlines procedures for pressure-type tank cars.

Note 1.--Other calibration standards are:

API Standard 2550--ASTM D 1220: Measurement and Calibration of Upright Cylindrical Tanks

API Standard 2551--ASTM D 1410: Measurement and Calibration of Horizontal Tanks

API Standard 2552--ASTM D 1404: Measurement and Calibration of Spheres and Spheroids

API Standard 2553--ASTM D 1407: Measurement and Calibration of Barges

API Standard 2555--ASTM D 1406: Liquid Calibration of Tanks