1.1 This test method covers the determination of the loadcarrying capacity of lubricating greases by means of the Timken Extreme Pressure Tester.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. 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. For specific warning statements, see
7.1,
7.2, and
9.4.
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 D2509-20ae1 Referenced Document
ASTM G40 Standard Terminology Relating to Wear and Erosion
ASTM D2509-20ae1 history
2020ASTM D2509-20ae1 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2020ASTM D2509-20a Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2020ASTM D2509-20 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2014ASTM D2509-14e1 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2014ASTM D2509-14 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2003ASTM D2509-03(2008) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
2003ASTM D2509-03 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)
1993ASTM D2509-93(1998) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Load-Carrying Capacity of Lubricating Grease (Timken Method)