Presentation Profile
Save Time and Increase Throughput with Rapid Small Scale Oxidation Testing
Currently Scheduled: 10/10/2023 - 12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Room: Wisteria
Main Author
Will Smythe - Anton Paar
Abstract:
With test times measured in hours, ASTM D525 oxidation stability testing has always been a bottleneck in sample analysis. Now gaining widespread acceptance, Rapid Small Scale Oxidation Testing (RSSOT) is becoming a favorite method for fuel testing (ASTM D7525 & D7545).
The RSSOT features an efficient way to determine the oxidation stability under accelerated conditions according to several sample specific methods. The high temperature range, less than 5 minutes for set up and cleaning, and the fully automatic measurement are major benefits. Test times are generally 12 to 20 times shorter than traditional oxidation stability test methods.
Beyond fuels, various further investigation possibilities are opened up with this method to ensure the necessary lifetime of a grease including a standard method ASTM D8206. A new standard method involving catalytically active metal to determine the remaining lifetime is under development.
