Test Method

The Copper Strip Tarnish Test Assesses The Relative Degree Of Corrosivity Of Petroleum Products, Including Aviation Fuels, Automotive Gasoline, Natural Gasoline, Solvents, Kerosene, Diesel Fuel, Distillate Fuel Oil, Lubricating Oil And Other Products. A Polished Copper Strip Is Immersed In 30ml Of Sample At Elevated Temperature. After The Test Period, The Strip Is Examined For Evidence Of Corrosion And A Classification Number From 1-4 Is Assigned Based On A Comparison With The ASTM Copper Strip Corrosion Standards. For Aviation Fuels And Natural Gasoline The Sample Tube Is Placed Inside A Stainless Steel Bomb During Testing.

Standard

Conforms To The Specifications Of: ASTM D130, D6074, D6158; IP 154; ISO 2160; DIN 51759; FTM 791-5325; NF M 07-015.