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1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for measuring the flow characteristics of a given volume of powder.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard (except for the Hall Flowmeter Funnel, which is produced in inch-pound units). The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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
B213 Test Methods for Flow Rate of Metal Powders Using the Hall Flowmeter Funnel
B215 Practices for Sampling Metal Powders
B243 Terminology of Powder Metallurgy
B703 Test Method for Apparent Density of Metal Powders and Related Compounds Using the Arnold Meter
E456 Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
MPIF Standard
MPIF Standard 48 Determination of Apparent Density of Metal Powders using the Arnold MeterICS Code
ICS Number Code 17.120.01 (Measurement of fluid flow in general)
UNSPSC Code
UNSPSC Code
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DOI: 10.1520/B0855-06
Citation Format
ASTM B855-06, Standard Test Method for Volumetric Flow Rate of Metal Powders Using Arnold Meter and Hall Funnel, ASTM International, West Conshohocken, PA, 2006, www.astm.org
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