ASTM D2509 – Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
Description:
Significance and Use
5.1 The test method is used widely for specification purposes and is used to differentiate between greases having low, medium, or high levels of extreme pressure characteristics. The results may not correlate with results from service.
Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the load-carrying capacity of lubricating greases by means of the Timken Extreme Pressure Tester.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
ASTM D2505