1.1 This test method covers the determination of the relative solvent power of hydrocarbon solvents used in paint and lacquer formulations. This test method is suitable for use with solvents having an initial boiling point over 40 °C and a dry point under 300 °C when determined in accordance with the procedures in Note 1. NOTE 1—Test Method D86 is used to determine the initial boiling point and dry point for mineral spirits and similar petroleum solvents. Test Method D1078 is used for pure compounds and narrow boiling range cuts.
1.2 For purposes of determining conformance of an observed or a calculated value using this test method to relevant specifications, test result(s) shall be rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E29.
1.3 For specific hazard information and guidance, consult the supplier’s Material Safety Data Sheet.
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 D1133-13(2021) Referenced Document
ASTM D1078 Standard Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Organic Liquids
ASTM D304 Standard Specification for n-Butyl Alcohol (Butanol)
ASTM D841 Standard Specification for Nitration Grade Toluene
ASTM D86 Standard Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products
ASTM E29 Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
ASTM D1133-13(2021) history
2021ASTM D1133-13(2021) Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
2013ASTM D1133-13 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
2010ASTM D1133-10 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
2009ASTM D1133-09 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
2004ASTM D1133-04 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
2002ASTM D1133-02 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
1997ASTM D1133-97(2001) Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
1997ASTM D1133-97 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents