Density is a fundamental physical property that can be used in conjunction with other properties to characterize engine coolant concentrates and aqueous engine coolants.

Determination of the density or relative density of these products is necessary for the conversion of measured volumes to volumes at the standard temperature of 20°C (68°F).

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the density or relative density of engine coolant concentrates and aqueous engine coolants.

1.2 This test method should not be applied to samples so dark in color that the absence of air bubbles in the sample cell cannot be established with certainty.

1.3 The accepted units of measure for density are grams per milliliter or kilograms per cubic meter.

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. For specific hazard statements, see Note 0.

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

D1193 Specification for Reagent Water

D4052 Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Meter

Keywords

aqueous engine coolants; density; digital density analyzer; engine coolant concentrates; relative density;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 17.060 (Measurement of volume, mass, density, viscosity); 47.020.20 (Marine engines and propulsion systems); 71.100.45 (Refrigerants and antifreezes)

Citing ASTM Standards

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