Measurement of specific gravity is a tool for determining the degree of maturation of a ceramic body.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of specific gravity of fired ceramic whiteware materials under prescribed conditions.

Note 1—This test method is not applicable to materials attacked by water.

1.2 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 (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D153 Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Pigments

E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves

Keywords

fired ceramic whiteware materials; specific gravity; Ceramic whitewares; Specific gravity ;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 81.060.20 (Ceramic products); 97.040.60 (Cookware, cutlery and flatware)

Citing ASTM Standards

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