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ASTM D6184: Standard Test Method for Oil Separation from Lubricating Grease (Conical Sieve Method)

Publication Date: Jun 10, 1998
SDO: ASTM: ASTM International
 DOD Adopted   ANSI Approved Approved

This test method covers the determination of the tendency of lubricating grease to separate oil at an elevated temperature. This test method shall be conducted at 100°C for 30 h unless other conditions are required by the grease specification.

This test method is not suitable for greases having a penetration (Test Methods D 217) greater than 340 (softer than NLGI No. 1 grade).

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

This standard does not purport to address all the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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lubricating grease
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