Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Wood and Wood-Based Materials

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Hardcopy , PDF

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English

Published date

09-08-2022

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1These test methods cover the determination of the density and specific gravity (relative density) of wood and wood-based materials to generally desired degrees of accuracy and for specimens of different sizes, shapes, and moisture content conditions. The test method title is indicative of the procedures used or the specific area of use.

	Section
Test Method A—Volume by Measurement	8
Test Method B—Volume by Water Immersion	9
Test Method C—Flotation Tube	10
Test Method D—Forstner Bit	11
Test Method E—Increment Core	12
Test Method F—Chips	13
Test Method G—Full-Size Members	14

1.2This 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.

1.3This 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 07
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	13
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM D 2395 : 2017

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