ASTM D2395-02
Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials

Standard No.

ASTM D2395-02

Release Date

2002

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D2395-06

Latest

ASTM D2395-17(2022)

Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the specific gravity of wood and wood-based materials to generally desired degrees of accuracy and for specimens of different sizes, shapes, and moisture content conditions. The method title is indicative of the procedures used or the specific area of use.

	Section
Method A-Volume by Measurement	6
Method B-Volume by Water Immersion	9
Method C-Flotation Tube	12
Method D-Forstner Bit	15
Method E-Increment Core	18
Method F-Chips	21

1.2 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM D2395-02 history

• 2022 ASTM D2395-17(2022) Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2017 ASTM D2395-17 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2014 ASTM D2395-14e1 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2014 ASTM D2395-14 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity 40;Relative Density41; of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2007 ASTM D2395-07ae1 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2007 ASTM D2395-07a Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2007 ASTM D2395-07 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2006 ASTM D2395-06 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2002 ASTM D2395-02 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 1997 ASTM D2395-93(1997)e2 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials
• 2002 ASTM D2395-93(1997)e1 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-Based Materials