ASTM D4486-10
Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids

Standard No.

ASTM D4486-10

Release Date

2010

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D4486-18

Latest

ASTM D4486-23

Scope

Kinematic viscosity is a physical property which is of importance in the design of systems in which flowing liquids are used or handled.

1.1 This test method covers the measurement of kinematic viscosity of transparent, Newtonian liquids which because of their reactivity, instability, or volatility cannot be used in conventional capillary kinematic viscometers. This test method is applicable up to 2 × 10⁻⁵ N/m² (2 atm) pressure and temperature range from −53 to +135°C (−65 to +275°F).

1.1.1 For the measurement of the kinematic viscosity of other liquids, see Test Method D445.

1.2 WARNINGMercury has been designated by many regulatory agencies as a hazardous material that can cause central nervous system, kidney and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may be hazardous to health and corrosive to materials. Caution should be taken when handling mercury and mercury containing products. See the applicable product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for details and EPA’s websitehttp://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htmfor additional information. Users should be aware that selling mercury and/or mercury containing products into your state or country may be prohibited by law.

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. For specific warning statements, see 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and Annex A1.

ASTM D4486-10 Referenced Document

• ASTM D445 Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Transparent and Opaque Liquids (the Calculation of Dynamic Viscosity)
• ASTM E1 Standard Specification for ASTM Thermometers

ASTM D4486-10 history

• 2023 ASTM D4486-23 Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 2018 ASTM D4486-18 Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 2010 ASTM D4486-10 Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 1991 ASTM D4486-91(2010) Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 1991 ASTM D4486-91(2006) Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 1991 ASTM D4486-91(2001) Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids
• 2001 ASTM D4486-91(1996)e1 Standard Test Method for Kinematic Viscosity of Volatile and Reactive Liquids