1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the free acidity present in certain alkali-soluble resins.
1.2 This test method is not suitable for styrene-maleic anhydride resins.
1.3 The resin manufacturer should specify whether or not this test method may be used for his product(s).
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 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 D3643-15(2022) Referenced Document
ASTM D1152 Standard Specification for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water
ASTM D362 Standard Specification for Industrial Grade Toluene
ASTM D3644 Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Styrene-Maleic Anhydride Resins
ASTM D3643-15(2022) history
2022ASTM D3643-15(2022) Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Certain Alkali-Soluble Resins
2015ASTM D3643-15 Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Certain Alkali-Soluble Resins
2010ASTM D3643-10 Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Certain Alkali-Soluble Resins
1998ASTM D3643-98(2004) Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Certain Alkali-Soluble Resins
1998ASTM D3643-98 Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Certain Alkali-Soluble Resins