ASTM C621-09
Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass

Standard No.

ASTM C621-09

Release Date

2009

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM C621-09(2014)

Latest

ASTM C621-09(2022)

Scope

This test method provides a rapid, inexpensive method for comparing the corrosion resistance of refractories. The isothermal conditions of this test method represent the most severe static corrosion environment possible at the specified test temperature. This test method is suitable for quality control, research and development applications, and for product value studies on similar materials. Tests run at a series of temperatures are often helpful in determining the use temperature limitations of a particular material. Melt-line corrosion results are also a useful indication of relative resistance to both upward and downward drilling corrosion mechanisms. Examination of test specimens also provides information about the tendency for a particular refractory to form stones or other glass defects.

Because this test method is both isothermal and static and since most glass-contact refractories operate in a dynamic system with a thermal gradient, test results do not directly predict service in a furnace. The effects of differing thermal conductivities, refractory thickness, artificial cooling or insulation upon the refractory thermal gradient, and the erosive action of moving molten glass currents are not evaluated with this test.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the corrosion resistance of refractories in contact with molten glass under static, isothermal conditions.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM C621-09 Referenced Document

• ASTM E220 Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques

ASTM C621-09 history

• 2022 ASTM C621-09(2022) Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 2018 ASTM C621-09(2018) Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 2009 ASTM C621-09(2014) Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 2009 ASTM C621-09 Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 1984 ASTM C621-84(2001) Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 1995 ASTM C621-84(1995) Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass
• 1989 ASTM C621-84(1989)e1 Standard Test Method for Isothermal Corrosion Resistance of Refractories to Molten Glass