ASTM D6157-97 - 10.7.1997
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice describes the testing procedure, any necessary related apparatus and the sampling technique to be used in determining the performance characteristics of an oil/water separator subjected to the sudden release of a relatively large quantity of hydrocarbons that may appear in its influent in pure form or at high concentration.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D1129-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Water

D3370-25

Standard Practices for Sampling Water from Flowing Process Streams

D4281-95(2001)

Standard Test Method for Oil and Grease (Fluorocarbon Extractable Substances) by Gravimetric Determination

SAE J313

Surface Vehicle Recommended Practice -- (R) Diesel Fuels

D6104-97(2024)

Standard Practice for Determining the Performance of Oil/Water Separators Subjected to Surface Run-Off

40 CFR

Ch. 1 (7-1-95 Edition)

F933-85(1994)e1

Guide for Evaluation of Oil Water Separation Systems for Spilled Oil Recovery Applications (Withdrawn 2001)