ASTM D7582 : 12

Standard Test Methods for Proximate Analysis of Coal and Coke by Macro Thermogravimetric Analysis

Standard Details

1.1 These instrumental test methods cover the determination of moisture, volatile matter, and ash, and the calculation of fixed carbon in the analysis of coal and coke samples prepared in accordance with Practice D2013 and Practice D346.

1.2 These instrumental test methods are not applicable to thermogravimetric analyzers using microgram size samples.

1.3 Test Methods D3173, D3174, and D3175 shall be considered the referee test methods.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.5 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.