Work Item
ASTM WK86511
Revision of D5236-18a Standard Test Method for Distillation of Heavy Hydrocarbon Mixtures (Vacuum Potstill Method)
Rationale
1) Method Reference Additions:
To add two additional methods, ASTM D4052 (Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Analyzer) & ASTM D70 (Standard Test Method for Specific Gravity & Density of Semi-Solid Asphalt Binder (Pycnometer Method)) to the Reference Documents section 2 with description of use based on sample type.
2) Alignment Documentation:
ASTM Form & Style, §A7.2.5 reads:
Referencing Terminology Standard—If the terminology applicable to the standard is included in a terminology standard, cite the applicable terminology standard.
Add reference to D4175 with appropriate sections.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 05-19-2023
Technical Contact: John Grills
Item: 044
Ballot: D02 (23-07)
Status: Ballot Item Approved