ASTM D7342-20 PDF

Scope: 1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining the shear stability of lubricating grease in the presence of water (wet shear stability) by a full scale grease worker. This test method is also known as the water stability test. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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 D7342-20 Referenced Document

ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water
ASTM D217 Standard Test Methods for Cone Penetration of Lubricating Grease
ASTM D4057 Standard Practice for Manual Sampling of Petroleum and Petroleum Products

2020 ASTM D7342-20 Standard Test Method for Prolonged Worked Stability of Lubricating Grease in Presence of Water (Water Stability Test)
2015 ASTM D7342-15 Standard Test Method for Prolonged Worked Stability of Lubricating Grease in Presence of Water (Water Stability Test)
2007 ASTM D7342-07 Standard Test Method for Shear Stability of Lubricating Grease in Presence of Water (Water Stability Test)