ASTM D1121

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the reserve alkalinity of new, unused engine coolants, and liquid antirusts as received, of used or unused aqueous dilutions of the concentrated materials, and of aqueous dilutions of solid antirusts.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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

ASTM Standards
D1123 Test Methods for Water in Engine Coolant Concentrate by the Karl Fischer Reagent Method
D1176 Practice for Sampling and Preparing Aqueous Solutions of Engine Coolants or Antirusts for Testing Purposes
D1287 Test Method for pH of Engine Coolants and Antirusts

Index Terms

buffering; engine coolants; RA; reserve alkalinity; ICS Number Code 71.100.45 (Refrigerants and antifreezes)

Citing ASTM Standards

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