1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the external surface area of carbon blacks by the statistical thickness surface area (STSA) method.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
ASTM D5816-99 Referenced Document
ASTM D1799 Standard Practice for Carbon Black-Sampling Packaged Shipments
ASTM D1900 Standard Practice for Carbon Black8212;Sampling Bulk Shipments
ASTM D4820 Standard Test Methods for Carbon Black-Surface Area by Multipoint B.E.T. Nitrogen Adsorption
ASTM D5816-99 history
1999ASTM D5816-99 Standard Test Methods for Carbon Black-External Surface Area by Multipoint Nitrogen Adsorption