Oxidation Stability Test Apparatus for Gasoline and Aviation Fuels

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Test Method
Water / Liquid Oxidation Bath
Solid Block Oxidation Bath
Specifications
Electrical Requirements
Additional Accessories

Provides an indication of the tendency of gasoline and aviation fuels to form gum in storage. The sample is oxidized inside a stainless steel pressure vessel initially charged with oxygen at 100psi (689kPa) and heated in a boiling water bath. The amount of time required for a specified drop in pressure (gasoline) or the amount of gum and precipitate formed after a specific aging period (aviation fuels) is determined.

Two different models, both equipped with low liquid level controllers in accordance with the latest ASTM specifications. Two-unit water bath can be flush mounted in a table top if desired, and is equipped with an overflow standpipe/drain to maintain the proper depth when the pressure vessels are inserted, and a plated brass reflux condenser to minimize evaporation loss.

The six unit model can be used with water or oil as a bath medium, and has a fully digital touch screen controller that provides quick temperature stabilization without overshoot. The bath is also protected by a redundant overtemperature control circuit that interrupts power should bath temperature exceed a programmed cut-off point. Display provides actual setpoint temperature values in °C/°F format. Both models feature double-wall insulated construction with stainless steel tanks, support racks and port covers. Order thermometer separately.

Insulated aluminum block baths available in two or four-unit capacity. Baths feature microprocessor temperature control with built-in overtemperature protection and dual LED displays for setpoint and actual temperature values in °C/°F format. The solid block design offers operating advantages over the boiling water bath, and meets temperature control and other requirements of ASTM and related methods. It should be noted, however, that many applicable specifications for this test method call for a liquid bath medium. Housed in an insulated steel cabinet with chemical-resistant polyurethane enamel finish. Includes lids for pressure vessel ports. Order thermometer separately.

Note: Solid block baths meet temperature control and other requirements of ASTM and related methods. While the aluminum block design offers operating advantages over the standard boiling water bath, it should be noted that many applicable specifications for this test call for a liquid bath medium. Please refer to the test method for the specific requirements.

Water / Liquid Oxidation Baths

Conforms to the Specifications of:

ASTM D525, D873; ISO 7536

Capacity:

K64400/K64402: 2 Test Vessels
K64404: 6 Test Vessels

Temperature:

Range: Ambient to 221°F (105°C)
Control Stability: Exceeds ASTM Requirements

Bath Medium:

K64400/K64402: 9.9 gal (37.5 L) water or white technical oil
K64404: 16.1 gal (60.9 L) water or white technical oil

Solid Block Oxidation Baths