ASTM D127

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ASTM D127 – Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum

Scope

ASTM D127 outlines a standard procedure for determining the drop melting point of petroleum waxes, including petrolatum. This test is crucial for assessing the physical properties of these materials, particularly their ability to maintain a solid state at elevated temperatures.

Key aspects of the test include:

  • Specimen preparation: a small, cylindrical wax specimen is prepared and placed in a capillary tube.
  • Testing apparatus: the capillary tube containing the specimen is placed in a heated bath.
  • Observation: the temperature of the bath is gradually increased until the wax specimen begins to soften and drop.
  • Determination: the temperature at which the wax drops is recorded as the drop melting point.

Applications of ASTM D127:

  • Quality control: ensuring that petroleum waxes meet specified melting point requirements.
  • Research and development: evaluating the performance of different wax formulations.
  • Product formulation: selecting appropriate waxes for specific applications based on their melting point.

ASTM D127 Accredited Laboratory

Applied Testing & Geosciences, LLC is accredited for performing tests using the ASTM D127 standard.

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Keywords

petroleum wax; drop melting point; petrolatum; wax; test method; standard; determination; drop melting point; microcrystalline wax; viscosity; performance properties