ASTM E698

The Arrhenius parameters combined with the general rate law and the reaction enthalpy can be used for the determination of thermal explosion hazards (1).³

1. Scope

1.1 This method covers the determination of the overall kinetic parameters for exothermic reactions using the Flynn/Wall/Ozawa method and differential scanning calorimetry.

1.2 This technique is applicable to reactions whose behavior can be described by the Arrhenius equation and the general rate law.

1.3 LimitationsThere are cases where this technique is not applicable. Limitations may be indicated by curves departing from a straight line (see ) or the isothermal aging test not closely agreeing with the results predicted by the calculated kinetic values. In particular, this method is not applicable to reactions that are partially inhibited. The technique may not work with reactions that include simultaneous or consecutive reaction steps. This method may not apply to materials that undergo phase transitions if the reaction rate is significant at the transition temperature.

1.4 SI units are the standard.

This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This 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.

2. Referenced Documents

E1142 Terminology Relating to Thermophysical Properties
E1445 Terminology Relating to Hazardous Potential of Chemicals
E1860 Method for Elapsed Time Calibration of Thermal Analyzers
E1970 Practice for Statistical Treatment of Thermoanalytical Data
E473 Terminology Relating to Thermal Analysis
E691 Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
E968 Practice for Heat Flow Calibration of Differential Scanning Calorimeters

Index Terms

Arrhenius kinetic parameters; differential scanning calorimetry; hazard potential; kinetics; thermal analysis; thermal hazad; thermal stability; ICS Number Code 19.040

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