1.1 This test method covers a simple glassware-type procedure for evaluating the effects of temperature and hard water on the stability of engine coolants at elevated temperatures under controlled laboratory conditions.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
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.
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 D7437-08(2019) 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 E288 Standard Specification for Laboratory Glass Volumetric Flasks
ASTM D7437-08(2019) history
2023ASTM D7437-23 Standard Test Method for Temperature and Hard Water Stability of Engine Coolants
2019ASTM D7437-08(2019) Standard Test Method for Temperature and Hard Water Stability of Engine Coolants
2008ASTM D7437-08(2013) Standard Test Method for Temperature and Hard Water Stability of Engine Coolants
2008ASTM D7437-08 Standard Test Method for Temperature and Hard Water Stability of Engine Coolants