1.1 This guide describes how static electricity may be generated in petroleum fuel systems, the types of equipment conducive to charge generation, and methods for the safe dissipation of such charges. This guide is intended to increase awareness of potential operating problems and hazards resulting from electrostatic charge accumulation.
1.2 This guide is not intended to provide specific solutions but indicates available techniques the user may wish to investigate to alleviate electrostatic charges. This guide does not cover the effects of stray currents or of lightning, either of which can also produce sparks leading to fires or explosions.
1.3 This guide is not intended to address detailed safety practices associated with static electricity in petroleum product systems.
1.4 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.
1.5 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 D4865-19 Referenced Document
ASTM D1655 Standard Specification for Aviation Turbine Fuels
ASTM D2276 Standard Test Method for Particulate Contaminant in Aviation Fuel by Line Sampling*, 2022-07-01 Update
ASTM D2624 Standard Test Methods for Electrical Conductivity of Aviation and Distillate Fuels*, 2022-10-01 Update
ASTM D2880 Standard Specification for Gas Turbine Fuel Oils
ASTM D323 Standard Test Method for Vapor Pressure of Petroleum Products (Reid Method)