ASTM D 3278—96 (2004)el Test Methods for Flash Point of Liquids by Small Scale Closed-cup Apparatus (PDF Download)

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These test methods cover procedures for determining whether a material does or does not flash at a specified temperature or for determining the lowest finite temperature at which a material does flash when using a small scale closed-cup apparatus. The test methods are applicable to paints, enamels, lacquers, varnishes, and related products having a flash point between 0 and 110C (32 and 230F) and viscosity lower than 150 St at 25C (77F). Note 1Tests at higher or lower temperatures are possible.Note More viscous materials may be tested in accordance with .Organic peroxides may be tested in accordance with , which describes the applicable safety precautions.The U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, Hazard Communications), the U.S. Department of Transportation (RSPA), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have specified Test Methods D 3278 as one of several acceptable methods for the determination of flash point of liquids in their regulations.These test methods are similar to International Standards ISO 3679 and ISO 3680.The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. This standard should be used to measure and describe the response of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions and should not be used to describe or appraise the fire-hazard or fire-risk of materials, products, or assemblies under actual fire conditions. However, results of the test may be used as elements of a fire-hazard or a fire-risk assessment which takes into account all of the factors which are pertinent to an assessment of the fire hazard or fire risk of a particular end useThis 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This standard is referenced in the 2012 International Building Code®, International Fire Code®, and International Mechanical Code®.

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These test methods cover procedures for determining whether a material does or does not flash at a specified temperature or for determining the lowest finite temperature at which a material does flash when using a small scale closed-cup apparatus. The test methods are applicable to paints, enamels, lacquers, varnishes, and related products having a flash point between 0 and 110C (32 and 230F) and viscosity lower than 150 St at 25C (77F). Note 1Tests at higher or lower temperatures are possible.Note More viscous materials may be tested in accordance with .Organic peroxides may be tested in accordance with , which describes the applicable safety precautions.The U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, Hazard Communications), the U.S. Department of Transportation (RSPA), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have specified Test Methods D 3278 as one of several acceptable methods for the determination of flash point of liquids in their regulations.These test methods are similar to International Standards ISO 3679 and ISO 3680.The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. This standard should be used to measure and describe the response of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions and should not be used to describe or appraise the fire-hazard or fire-risk of materials, products, or assemblies under actual fire conditions. However, results of the test may be used as elements of a fire-hazard or a fire-risk assessment which takes into account all of the factors which are pertinent to an assessment of the fire hazard or fire risk of a particular end useThis 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This standard is referenced in the 2012 International Building Code®, International Fire Code®, and International Mechanical Code®.

Pages 8
Code Year 2012
Publisher ASTM International
Language English
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