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ASTM D93 Standard test methods for flash point by Pensky-Martens closed cup tester

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This standard provides guidance for determining the flash point of petroleum products from 40 to 360 deg. C by a manual Pensky-Martens closed-cup apparatus or an automated Pensky-Martens closed-cup apparatus.

Current edition

  • ASTM D93-18 Standard Test Methods for Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester

Incorporation by reference

The following editions have been incorporated by reference (IBR) into the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

IBR approved for Overview of requirements IBR approved edition
29 CFR 1910.106(a)(14)(ii)Employers must use one of the following method to determine the flashpoint of flammable liquids: For a liquid which has a viscosity of 45 SUS or more at 100°F (37.8°C), or contains suspended solids, or has a tendency to form a surface film while under test, use the Standard Method of Test for Flashpoint by Pensky-Martens Closed Tester (ASTM D–93–71) or an equivalent method as defined by Appendix B to §1910.1200—Physical Hazard Criteria. The methods specified in Note 1 to section 1.1 of ASTM D–93–71 may be used for the respective materials specified in the Note.  ASTM D93-71 Test for Flash Point by Pensky Martens.
29 CFR 1910.1200 Appendix B.6.3The flash point shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D56-05, ASTM D3278, ASTM D3828, ASTM D93-08, or any other method specified in GHS Revision 3, Chapter 2.6. The initial boiling point shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D86-07a or ASTM D1078.ASTM D93-08 Standard Test Methods for Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester.
29 CFR 1926.155(i)(2)Employers must ensure the flashpoints of liquids having a viscosity of 45 Saybolt Universal Second(s) or more at 175°F (79.4°C) or higher are determined in accordance with the Standard Method of Test for Flash Point by the Pensky Martens Closed Tester, ASTM D-93-69, or an equivalent method as defined by §1910.1200 appendix B.ASTM D93-69 Standard Method of Test for Flash Point by the Pensky Martens Closed Tester.

How to purchase

Standards are available for purchase from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), see webstore.ansi.org, and from ASTM International, see www.astm.org.

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