ASTM D4497-94(2004) - 1.9.2004
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the manual determination of the open-time range of hot-melt adhesives under the stated conditions.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The inch-pound units in parentheses are provided for information only.

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.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E177-26a

Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods (Includes all amendments and changes 5/14/2026).

E691-23

Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method

D907-15(2023)

Standard Terminology of Adhesives