ASTM D4049-20 PDF

Scope: 1.1 This test method2 covers the ability of a grease to adhere to a metal surface when subjected to a water spray under prescribed laboratory conditions. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. 1.2.1 Exception—The values given in parentheses are for information 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. 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 D4049-20 Referenced Document

ASTM D1742 Standard Test Method for Oil Separation from Lubricating Grease During Storage
ASTM D217 Standard Test Methods for Cone Penetration of Lubricating Grease
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method

2020 ASTM D4049-20 Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray
2016 ASTM D4049-16 Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray
2006 ASTM D4049-06(2011) Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray
2006 ASTM D4049-06 Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray
1999 ASTM D4049-99(2004) Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray
1999 ASTM D4049-99 Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Lubricating Grease to Water Spray