The distillation test separates tar into fractions according to a series of specified temperatures.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the distillation of road tars.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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 (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

E1 Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

Keywords

distillation; road tar; Distillation--bituminous materials; Road tars ;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 93.080.10 (Road construction); 93.080.20 (Road construction materials)

Citing ASTM Standards

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