Standard Test Method for Softening Point of Pitches (Mettler Softening Point Method)

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-12-2018

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method covers the determination of the softening point of pitches having softening points in the range from 50 °C to 180 °C by this test method, and gives results comparable to those obtained by Test Method D2319 above 80 °C (176 °F).

1.2The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3This 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.

1.4This 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.

Committee	D 02
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	7
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM D 3104 : 2014 : REV A

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