1.1 This test method covers a simple glassware test for evaluating the tendency of engine coolants to foam under laboratory-controlled-conditions of aeration and temperature.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are approximate equivalents provided for information purposes 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific warning statements, see Section 7, Materials and Reagents.
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 D1881-17 Referenced Document
ASTM D1176 Standard Practice for Sampling and Preparing Aqueous Solutions of Engine Coolants or Antirusts for Testing Purposes
ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water
ASTM D3585 Standard Specification for ASTM Reference Fluid for Coolant Tests
ASTM E1 Standard Specification for ASTM Thermometers
ASTM E128 Standard Test Method for Maximum Pore Diameter and Permeability of Rigid Porous Filters for Laboratory Use*, 2019-11-01 Update
ASTM E230/E230M Standard Specification for Temperature-Electromotive Force (emf) Tables for Standardized Thermocouples*, 2023-11-01 Update
ASTM D1881-17 history
2017ASTM D1881-17 Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
1997ASTM D1881-97(2009) Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
1997ASTM D1881-97(2002)e2 Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
1997ASTM D1881-97(2002)e1 Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
1997ASTM D1881-97(2002) Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
1997ASTM D1881-97 Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware