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ASTM D2486 – Standard Test Methods for Scrub Resistance of Wall Paints Description: Significance and Use 4.1 Paints often become soiled, especially near doorways, windows, and in work and play areas. These test methods cover the determination of the relative resistance of different paints to erosion when repeatedly scrubbed during the life of the paint. 4.2 Test …
ASTM D2485 – Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Coatings For High Temperature Service Description: Significance and Use 4.1 Some coating systems are developed for use over steel that is exposed to high temperatures during service life. This method provides an accelerated means of determining the performance of these coating systems. Testing of coatings designed for interior …
ASTM D2475 – Standard Specification for Felt Description: Abstract This specification covers all standard types of felt in the form of rolls and sheets that are suitable for mechanical use. Certain special-purpose felts are also covered. Felts shall be classified according to thickness and mass, properties and general descriptions. Felt classifications shall be based on …
ASTM E1461 – Standard Test Method for Gel Time and Peak Exothermic Temperature of Reacting Thermosetting Resins (Withdrawn 2008) Description: Significance and Use Since the gel time and the peak exothermic temperature of a reacting thermosetting plastic composition vary with the volume of material mixed at one time, it is essential that the volume be …
ASTM D2457 – Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss of Plastic Films and Solid Plastics Description: Significance and Use 4.1 Specular gloss is used primarily as a measure of the shiny appearance of films and surfaces. Precise comparisons of gloss values are meaningful only when they refer to the same measurement procedure and same general type …
ASTM D2444 – Standard Practice for Determination of the Impact Resistance of Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings by Means of a Tup (Falling Weight) Description: Significance and Use 4.1 The impact resistance of thermoplastic pipe and fittings relates to suitability for service and to quality of processing. Impact resistance may also provide a relative measure of a …
ASTM D2440 – Standard Test Method for Oxidation Stability of Mineral Insulating Oil Description: Significance and Use 4.1 The oxidation stability test of mineral transformer oils is a method for assessing the amount of sludge and acid products formed in a transformer oil when the oil is tested under prescribed conditions. Good oxidation stability is necessary …
ASTM D244 – Standard Test Methods and Practices for Emulsified Asphalts Description: Significance and Use 5.1 This test method measures the amount of water present in the emulsified asphalt, as distinguished from either bitumen or petroleum solvent. Scope 1.1 These test methods and practices, given under the headings titled Composition, Consistency, Stability, and Examination of Residue, cover …
ASTM D2435 – Standard Test Methods for One-Dimensional Consolidation Properties of Soils Using Incremental Loading Description: Significance and Use 5.1 The data from the consolidation test are used to estimate the magnitude and rate of both differential and total settlement of a structure or earthfill. Estimates of this type are of key importance in the design …
ASTM D2434 – Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Hydraulic Conductivity of Coarse-Grained Soils Description: Significance and Use 5.1 These test methods are used to measure one-dimensional vertical flow of water through initially saturated coarse-grained, pervious (that is, free-draining) soils under an applied hydraulic gradient. Hydraulic conductivity of coarse-grained soils is used in various civil engineering …
