Solids (nonvolatile matter) determinations of polishes, resin solutions, and wax emulsions take 2 to 4 h in accordance with Test Method D 2834, not counting preparation time.

Curves of solids/refractive index provide a means for determining solids in a matter of minutes.

This practice is particularly useful for quality control and in process control for the production of polishes and polish components.

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers the use of a refractometer for determining the nonvolatile matter (total solids) in floor polishes. This practice is also applicable to resin solutions and wax emulsions used in floor polishes.

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

D1218 Test Method for Refractive Index and Refractive Dispersion of Hydrocarbon Liquids

D2834 Test Method for Nonvolatile Matter (Total Solids) in Water-Emulsion Floor Polishes, Solvent-Based Floor Polishes, and Polymer-Emulsion Floor Polishes

Keywords

nonvolatile matter; polishes; refractometer solids content; Floor polish; Nonvolatile matter content--polishes; Refractometer; Resins; Solids content; Waxes--polish;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 71.100.99 (Other products of the chemical industry)

Citing ASTM Standards

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