1、Designation: D7261 13D7261 14Standard Test Method forDetermining Water Separation Characteristics of DieselFuels by Portable Separometer1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7261; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case
2、of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope*1.1 This test method covers a rapid portable means for field and laboratory use to rate the abil
3、ity of diesel fuels (both neat andthose containing additives) to release entrained or emulsified water when passed through fiberglass coalescing material.1.2 This test method is applicable to diesel fuels such as D975 Grade No. 1 and Grade No. 2 of all sulfur levels, andMIL-F-16884, naval distillate
4、 fuel (NATO F-76).NOTE 1This test method is similar to Test Method D3948 which is applicable to aviation turbine fuels.1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of th
5、e safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D975 Specification for Diesel
6、 Fuel OilsD1193 Specification for Reagent WaterD3948 Test Method for Determining Water Separation Characteristics of Aviation Turbine Fuels by Portable SeparometerD4057 Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum ProductsD4176 Test Method for Free Water and Particulate Contamination in D
7、istillate Fuels (Visual Inspection Procedures)D4177 Practice for Automatic Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum ProductsD4306 Practice for Aviation Fuel Sample Containers for Tests Affected by Trace ContaminationD4860 Test Method for Free Water and Particulate Contamination in Middle Distillate Fuels
8、 (Clear and Bright NumericalRating)D6426 Test Method for Determining Filterability of Middle Distillate Fuel OilsD7224 Test Method for Determining Water Separation Characteristics of Kerosine-Type Aviation Turbine Fuels ContainingAdditives by Portable Separometer2.2 Military Standard:MIL-F-16884 Fue
9、l, Naval Distillate (NATO F-76)33. Terminology3.1 For definitions of terms used in this test method that are not shown below, refer to Test Methods D3948 and D7224.3.2 Definitions:3.2.1 reference fluid, nin MSEP4 and DSEP4, diesel separability water separability tests,tests a reference fluid base to
10、 whicha prescribed quantity of a known surface active agent has been added.1 This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee D02.14 on Stability and Cleanliness of Liquid Fue
11、ls.Current edition approved May 1, 2013Dec. 1, 2014. Published May 2013January 2015. Originally approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 20122013 asD7261 12.D7261 13. DOI: 10.1520/D7261-13.10.1520/D7261-14.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM
12、 Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.3 Available from Standardization Documents Order Desk, Bldg. 4 Section D, 700 Robbins Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094, Attn: NPODS.4 MSEP and
13、DSEP are registered trademarks of EMCEE Electronics, Inc, 520 Cypress Ave., Venice, FL 34285.This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possi
14、ble to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standardCopy
15、right ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States13.2.1.1 DiscussionThe known surface active agent is typically bis-2-ethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, commonly referred to as AOT, dissolved intoluene.3.2.2 surfactant, nin petroleum fuels,
16、surface active material (or surface active agent) that could disarm (deactivate) filterseparator (coalescing) elements so that free water is not removed from the fuel in actual service.3.2.2.1 DiscussionTechnically, surfactants affect the interfacial tension between water and fuel which affects the
17、tendency of water to coalesce intodroplets.3.2.3 strong surfactant, nin petroleum fuels, surface active material that disarms filter separator elements, allowing water topass.3.2.3.1 DiscussionStrong surfactants can be refinery process chemicals left in the fuel or contaminants introduced during tra
18、nsportation of the fuel.3.2.4 weak surfactant, nin petroleum fuels, surface active material, typically certain types of additives such as static dissipatoradditive, that does not adversely affect the performance of filter separator elements in actual service.3.3 Definitions of Terms Specific to This
19、 Standard:3.3.1 DSEP rating, nthe diesel separability rating of diesel fuel as measured by this test method.3.3.1.1 DiscussionDSEP ratings are only valid within the range of 50 to 100, with ratings at the upper end of the range indicating a clean fuel withlittle or no contamination by surfactants, w
20、hich is expected to show good water-separating properties when passed through afilter-separator (coalescing type filter) in actual service; see 14.1.3.3.2 reference fluid base, na distillate diesel fuel that has been cleaned in a prescribed manner to remove all surface-activecontaminants (agents), a
21、nd having a minimum DSEP rating of 97.3.3.2.1 DiscussionThe reference fluid base should be a diesel fuel typical of fuels to be tested.3.4 Abbreviations:3.4.1 acalternating current3.4.2 AOTAerosol OT (see 8.1)3.4.3 C/Scollect sample3.4.4 dcdirect current3.4.5 DSEPdiesel separability3.4.6 MSEPMicro-S
22、eparometer54. Summary of Test Method4.1 A50 mL water/fuel sample emulsion is created in a syringe using a high-speed mixer. The emulsion is then expelled fromthe syringe at a programmed rate through a standard fiberglass coalescer and the effluent is analyzed for uncoalesced water by alight transmis
23、sion measurement.4.2 The results are reported on a 0-to-100 scale to the nearest whole number, however the effective range of the test equipmentis from 50 to 100. High ratings indicate that water is easily coalesced, implying that the fuel is relatively free of surfactants.4.3 A test can be performe
24、d in 5 5 min to 10 min.5 Micro-Separometer is a trademark of EMCEE Electronics, Inc, 520 Cypress Ave., Venice, FL 34285.D7261 1425. Significance and Use5.1 This test method provides a measure of the presence of surfactants in diesel fuels, and can be performed in the field or ina laboratory. Like Te
25、st Method D3948 used for jet fuel, this test method can detect traces of some refinery treating chemicals leftin fuel. It can also detect surface active substances added to or picked up by the fuel during handling from point of production topoint of use.5.2 Certain additives, which can act as weak s
26、urfactants, give a slightly reduced DSEPrating. Other substances which are strongsurfactants give much lower DSEP ratings.5.3 While filter separators have not been common in diesel fuel systems, they could become more prevalent with ULSDcontaining increased additive content to ensure clean, dry fuel
27、s in new engine designs. Weak surfactants, with slightly reducedDSEPratings, do not affect the ability of filter separators to separate free water from the fuel. Strong surfactants give a much lowerDSEP rating and adversely affect the ability of filter separators to separate free water from the fuel
28、.5.4 Results from this test method do not have a known relationship to the rate of water settling in tanks.5.5 The Micro-Separometer instrument has a measurement range from 50 to 100. Values obtained outside of those limits areundefined and invalid.NOTE 2In the event a value greater than 100 is obta
29、ined, there is a good probability that light transmittance was reduced by material contained inthe fuel used to set the 100 reference level. The material was subsequently removed during the coalescing portion of the test, thus, the processed fuelhad a higher light transmittance than the fuel sample
30、used to obtain the 100 reference level resulting in the final rating measuring in excess of 100.6. Interferences6.1 Any suspended particles, whether solids or water droplets or haze, in a fuel sample will interfere with this test method,which utilizes light transmission of a fuel sample after emulsi
31、fication with water and subsequent coalescence.6.2 Non-hydrocarbon components such as oxygenates, especially alcohols, or emulsified water have not been verified for thistest method and will likely interfere.7. Apparatus7.1 AMicro-Separometer6,7 instrument is used to perform the test. The unit is po
32、rtable and self-contained, capable of operatingon an internal rechargeable battery pack or being connected to an ac power source using power cords which are available forvarious voltages. Connection to an ac power source will provide power to the unit and affect battery recharge. The accessories can
33、be packed in the cover of the lockable case.There are two versions of the Micro-Separometer: the MarkVDeluxe and the upgradedversion, Mark X.NOTE 3An extensive study was performed to verify that the Mark X Micro-Separometer gives equivalent results to the Mark V DeluxeMicro-Separometer. See Research
34、 Report RR:D02-1647.87.1.1 The Emcee Model 1140 Micro-Separometer Mark V Deluxe and associated control panel are shown in Fig. 1.NOTE 4Of the lettered (A-G) push buttons on the Mark V Deluxe, only the D push button is applicable to this test method.7.1.2 The Emcee Model 1140 Micro-Separometer Mark X
35、 and associated control panel are shown in Fig. 2. Table 1 lists themanual and audio operating characteristics of the instrument.NOTE 5Of the lettered push buttons that select the test mode, only the DIESEL push button is applicable to this test method.6 The sole source of supply of the apparatus (M
36、odel 1140 Micro-Separometer, Mark V Deluxe and Mark X) known to the committee at this time is EMCEE Electronics,Inc., 520 Cypress Ave., Venice, FL 34285 www.emcee-. If you are aware of alternative suppliers, please provide this information to ASTM InternationalHeadquarters. Your comments will receiv
37、e careful consideration at a meeting of the responsible technical committee,1 which you may attend.7 The Model 1140 Micro-Separometers Mark III and Mark V Standard versions may also be used, but they are no longer supported by the manufacturer. For operatingprocedures using these instruments, the us
38、er is referred to Test Method D394887.8 Supporting data have been filed at ASTM International Headquarters and may be obtained by requesting Research Report RR:D02-1647.FIG. 1 Micro-Separometer Mark V Deluxe and Associated Control PanelD7261 1437.1.3 Both the Mark V Deluxe and Mark X Micro-Separomet
39、ers have the emulsifier located on the right side of the raised paneland the syringe drive mechanism on the left side. The control panel containing the operating controls (push buttons) is mountedon the fixed panel in the left side of the case. A circuit breaker located on the control panel provides
40、 protection for the ac powercircuit. The turbidimeter is located under the main control panel and consists of a well in which the sample vial is placed, a lightsource, and a photocell.7.2 Beaker, Catch Pan, or Plastic Container(Supplied with each Micro-Separometer) used to receive the waste fuel dur
41、ingthe coalescence period of the test.7.3 PipetAn automatic 50-L hand pipet (supplied with each Micro-Separometer) designed to accept a disposable plastic tip.8. Reagents and Materials8.1 Aerosol OT, (AOT), solid (100 % dry) bis-2-ethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate.8.2 Dispersing AgentToluene solution
42、 (WarningFlammable. Vapor harmful.) containing 1 mg ofAerosol OT per milliliterof toluene.8.3 Expendable Materials needed to perform the test are shown in Fig. 3 and consist of the following:98.3.1 Syringe Plug, (A)A plastic plug used to stopper the syringe during the clean and emulsion cycles.8.3.2
43、 Syringe, (Barrel (B) and Plunger (C)A disposable 50 mL plastic syringe.8.3.3 Vials, (D), 25-mm25 mm outside diameter vial premarked for proper alignment in the turbidimeter well.8.3.4 DCell10 Coalescer, (E) an expendable, pre-calibrated aluminum coalescer cell with a tapered end to fit the syringe.
44、 It islabeled in a white background with black lettering:DCELL, DIESEL FUEL, D72619 A new syringe, pipet tip, test sample vial, syringe plug, DCell coalescer (trademarked) and double distilled water are used in each test. These expendable materials areavailable from Emcee Electronics, Inc. in a kit,
45、 termed the DCell Micro-Separometer Six Pack (trademarked), containing supplies for six tests (Fig. 4).10 The term “DCell” and logo are registered trademarks of EMCEE Electronics, Inc, 520 Cypress Ave., Venice, FL 34285.FIG. 2 Micro-Separometer Mark X and Control PanelTABLE 1 Manual and Audio Operat
46、ing Characteristics of the Emcee Model 1140 Micro-Separometer Instrument forMode D/Diesel OperationAvailable Test Mode(s) Function Mark V Deluxe Mark XTest Mode - Select Mode DDepress D push button Diesel push buttonSyringe Drive Not required Not requiredSpeed Selection Not required Not requiredClea
47、n CycleDepress START push button CLEAN 1CLEAN 2Initiate Automatic Test SequenceDepress START push button RUN push buttonCancel Automatic SequenceDepress RESET push button RESET push button1st Meter Read1st Meter Adjust Depress ARROW push buttons Not required2nd Meter Read2nd Meter Adjust Depress ARR
48、OW push buttons Not requiredCollect Sample Short Tone and C/S Short Tone and C/SAnnunciator Lamp Illuminates Annunciator Lamp Illuminates3rd Meter ReadRecord Measurement Pulsed Tone Sounds 5 s into 3rd Meter Read Steady toneD7261 1448.3.4.1 In order for a coalescer to be acceptable for this test met
49、hod, it shall have been manufactured using 2-grades of fiberglassand have passed factory calibration tests for air flow and leakage.8.3.5 Disposable Plastic Pipet Tip (F)Used with an automatic 50-L50 L hand pipet (Fig. 3, G).8.3.6 Container (H)A clean container of double-distilled water (8.7).8.4 Reference Fluid BaseAsurfactant-free, clean, distillate diesel fuel which is used to verify proper operation and is preparedin the manner described in Annex A1 (see 3.3.2). (WarningFlammable. Vapor harmful.)8.5 Reference Fluid(
