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ASTM International’s petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants committee (D02) is introducing a proposed standard, WK92527, aimed at simplifying the measurement of viscosity and density in liquid petroleum products and crude oils. The standard will provide a procedure for simultaneously measuring kinematic viscosity, dynamic viscosity, and density, marking a significant advancement in petroleum analysis. #ASTM #densitymeasurement #petroleumtesting #sustainablestandards #viscositymeasurement #WK92527 Follow F&L Asia Ltd. for more industry updates here: https://lnkd.in/fGDzetn Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/g2PczSm https://lnkd.in/gzV6Gaju

Keep up with the latest updates to ASTM D86 and explore how LGC can help your lab comply with the latest quality control requirements. Learn more in our blog post: https://okt.to/SK3cvZ The ASTM D86 Standard Test Method is essential in the petroleum industry for determining the boiling range of petroleum products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The latest update includes important changes in Section 7, which introduces Low Range and High Range Check Standards. These standards, certified to ISO 17034, must be used to verify the dynamic response of the temperature measurement system. #ASTMD86 #ASTMstandards #PetroleumIndustry #PetroleumQuality #ReferenceStandards

Petroleum, one of the top global commodities, undergoes refining to create essential products like diesel fuel, jet fuel, and plastics. To meet environmental regulations, XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) analysis is crucial for detecting elemental contaminants and sulfur content, detailed in ASTM methods such as ASTM-D2622 and ASTM-D4294. In this blog, we explore tips for preparing XRF sample cups for petroleum sample analysis to help you achieve the best results from your testing process. https://hubs.ly/Q02G46Dh0

➡️ Exploring the Standard Test Method for Sediment in Crude Oil by Membrane Filtration 🔬 In the petroleum industry, ensuring the purity and quality of crude oil is essential for optimal processing and refining. One critical aspect of this is determining the sediment content, which can greatly affect equipment performance and product quality. 📌 I’ve recently been working on applying the ASTM D4807 Standard Test Method for Sediment in Crude Oil by Membrane Filtration. This test provides an efficient way to quantify sediment levels, ensuring that crude oil meets industry standards and is fit for further processing. 📌 Test procedures: 1. Pre-conditioning the Filter: Weigh the clean, dry membrane filter using a high-precision balance (initial weight, W1). Record the weight to a high degree of accuracy. 2. Preparing the Sample: Homogenize the crude oil sample to ensure it is representative. Measure a specified amount of the crude oil (typically around 5-10g). 3. Filtration: Place the membrane filter on the filtration apparatus and apply vacuum suction. Slowly pour the crude oil sample onto the filter, using toluene as the solvent to dissolve the oil. This step helps in separating the sediment from the crude oil. 4. Washing the Filter: After the crude oil has passed through the filter, rinse the filter with additional toluene to ensure no residual oil remains on the filter. Continue rinsing until the filtrate is clear (free from oil). 5. Drying the Filter: Place the filter in a drying oven set to about 100°C-110°C until all traces of toluene evaporate. Transfer the filter to a desiccator to cool it down to room temperature, preventing any moisture from affecting the results. 6. Weighing the Filter: Once the filter has cooled, weigh it again to obtain the final weight (W2). The difference in weight (W2 - W1) gives the mass of sediment collected from the crude oil sample. 📌 There is another test Method determine the amount of sediment, ASTM D 473 I'll elaborate it in the next post. #CrudeOil #MembraneFiltration #SedimentTesting #LabChemist #QualityControl #ASTMD4807 #RefiningProcesses

🔍 Discovering Essential Industry Standards: ISO 3405 🔍 Today, we’re focusing on a fundamental standard in petroleum product analysis: ISO 3405. This standard specifies a method for determining the distillation characteristics of petroleum products at atmospheric pressure, which is crucial for assessing the volatile fraction of gasoline and other products. If you're interested in exploring this standard further and discovering how it can benefit your organization, feel free to contact us at: contacto@logespec.cl. Together, we'll enhance the precision and quality of your operations! Thank you for following us, and stay tuned for more updates! #ISO3405 #DistillationCharacteristics #PetroleumProducts #Gasoline #Quality #FuelStandards

Petroleum, one of the top global commodities, undergoes refining to create essential products like diesel fuel, jet fuel, and plastics. To meet environmental regulations, XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) analysis is crucial for detecting elemental contaminants and sulfur content, detailed in ASTM methods such as ASTM-D2622 and ASTM-D4294. In this blog, we explore tips for preparing XRF sample cups for petroleum sample analysis to help you achieve the best results from your testing process. https://hubs.ly/Q02G42Fz0

The Volume Correction Factor (VCF) can be calculated using a mathematical formula, but in most practical applications, it’s determined using standardized reference tables, such as API MPMS Chapter 11.1 for crude oil, refined products, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). These tables account for temperature and density variations. If you want to compute VCF mathematically, the formula involves the thermal expansion coefficient of the liquid: General Formula for VCF VCF = 1 - alpha * (T observed- T standard) Where: • alpha : Thermal expansion coefficient of the liquid (specific to the liquid type, usually found in reference data). •T standard: Standard temperature (usually 15°C or 60°F). •T observed: Observed temperature (°C or °F). API’s Implementation for Petroleum Liquids: The exact calculation for petroleum products involves more complex thermodynamic principles and additional coefficients. The API standard includes detailed equations such as: 1. Correction Factor for Temperature (CTPL): CTPL = e^{-alpha * (T observed- T standard)} alpha depends on the type of fluid and its density at the standard temperature. 2. Standard Density Adjustments: When using tables like API MPMS Chapter 11.1, the density at a standard temperature is critical: rho corrected = rho observed * VCF 3. For Gasoline and Refined Products: The formulas are often logarithmic or exponential to account for non-linear thermal expansion. Practical Use: In the field, most professionals do not calculate VCF directly due to the complexity. Instead: • They use software tools or calculation apps compliant with API MPMS standards. • Look-up tables provided in the API standards are still widely used, particularly for custody transfer and field measurements. #Petroleum #VCF #Petroleum_Inspection #LPG #Gasoline #Refined_Products.

Stay informed about the new updates to ASTM D86 and explore how LGC Industrial can help your lab comply with the latest quality control requirements. Read our blog post: https://okt.to/53kYyX The ASTM D86 Standard Test Method is essential in the petroleum industry for determining the boiling range of petroleum products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The latest update includes important changes in Section 7, which introduces Low Range and High Range Check Standards. These standards, certified to ISO 17034, must be used to verify the dynamic response of the temperature measurement system. This verification should be performed at least annually and after any repair or replacement of the temperature measuring system. #ASTMD86 #ASTMstandards #PetroleumIndustry #PetroleumQuality #ReferenceStandards

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ASTM's petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants committee (D02) is developing a proposed standard that will describe a procedure for simultaneously measuring the kinematic viscosity, dynamic viscosity, and density of liquid petroleum products and crude oil. https://lnkd.in/eRRqqtnE