ASTM D291

This test method concerns the compaction of crushed coal to determine either its compacted or uncompacted weight, for purposes such as charging coke ovens.

PROCEDURE A—CONE PROCEDURE FOR UNCOMPACTED CUBIC FOOT (CUBIC METRE) WEIGHT

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers two procedures for determining the cubic foot weight of crushed coal less than 11/ 2 in. (37 mm) in size, such as is charged into coke ovens, as follows:

1.1.1 Procedure AThe cone procedure for determining an uncompacted weight per cubic foot (cubic metre).

1.1.2 Procedure BThe dropped-coal procedure for determining a compacted weight per cubic foot (cubic metre), comparable to actual bulk densities attained in coke ovens.

1.2 This test method is not applicable to the testing of powdered coal as used in boiler plants, nor to the determination of weights per cubic foot of coal in storage piles.

1.3 &inch-pound-units; Mass may be expressed in metric values.

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

ASTM Standards
D2234/D2234M Practice for Collection of a Gross Sample of Coal
D3038 Test Method for Drop Shatter Test for Coke
D3302 Test Method for Total Moisture in Coal
D440 Test Method of Drop Shatter Test for Coal
D4749 Test Method for Performing the Sieve Analysis of Coal and Designating Coal Size

Index Terms

crushed coal; cubic foot weight; ICS Number Code 73.040 (Coals)

Citing ASTM Standards

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