1.1 This test method is used to determine the number of silanol groups on the surface of silica by titration according to a method as developed by Sears. This test method is suitable for characterizing rubber-grade silicas.
1.2 Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.3 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D8016-22 Referenced Document
ASTM D4483 Standard Practice for Determining Precision for Test Method Standards in the Rubber and Carbon Black Industries
ASTM D6738 Standard Test Method for Precipitated Silica—Volatile Content*, 2023-09-01 Update
ASTM D8016-22 history
2022ASTM D8016-22 Standard Test Method for Silica, Precipitated, Hydrated—Sears Number
2018ASTM D8016-18e1 Standard Test Method for Silica, Precipitated, Hydrated—Sears Number
2018ASTM D8016-18 Standard Test Method for Silica, Precipitated, Hydrated—Sears Number
2015ASTM D8016-15 Standard Test Method for Silica, Precipitated, Hydrated&x2014;Sears Number