1.1 This test method covers a relative measure of the resistance of iron ore pellets, lump, and sinter to degradation by impact and by abrasion.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 Results given by this test method should be similar to those from ISO 3271 (see Appendix X1 for details).
1.4 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.
1.5 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 E279-18 Referenced Document
ASTM E135 Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
ASTM E276 Standard Test Method for Particle Size or Screen Analysis at No. 4 (4.75-mm) Sieve and Finer for Metal-Bearing Ores and Related Materials
ASTM E29 Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
ASTM E389 Standard Test Method for Particle Size or Screen Analysis at No. 4 (4.75-mm) Sieve and Coarser for Metal-Bearing Ores and Related Materials
ASTM E877 Standard Practice for Sampling and Sample Preparation of Iron Ores and Related Materials
ASTM E882 Standard Guide for Accountability and Quality Control in the Chemical Analysis Laboratory
ISO 3271 Iron ores for blast furnace and direct reduction feedstocks - Determination of the tumble and abrasion indices
ASTM E279-18 history
2018ASTM E279-18 Standard Test Method for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Iron Ore Pellets, Lump, and Sinter by the Tumbler Test
1997ASTM E279-97(2010) Standard Test Method for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Iron Ore Pellets and Sinter by the Tumbler Test
1997ASTM E279-97(2005) Standard Test Method for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Iron Ore Pellets and Sinter by the Tumbler Test
2001ASTM E279-97(2001) Standard Test Method for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Iron Ore Pellets and Sinter by the Tumbler Test
2001ASTM E279-97 Standard Test Method for Determination of Abrasion Resistance of Iron Ore Pellets and Sinter by the Tumbler Test