ASTM G186-05(2011) - 1.3.2011
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers an accelerated test method for evaluating the tendency of gas leak detection fluids (LDFs) to cause stress corrosion cracking (SCC) of brass components in compressed gas service.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

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 to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

B135-10

Standard Specification for Seamless Brass Tube

G38-01(2021)

Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens

D1193-06(2018)

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

G1-03(2017)e1

Standard Practice for Preparing, Cleaning, and Evaluating Corrosion Test Specimens (Includes all amendments and changes 12/8/2017).

B135M-10

Standard Specification for Seamless Brass Tube [Metric] (Withdrawn 2017)

G37-98(2021)

Standard Practice for Use of Mattsson's Solution of pH 7.2 to Evaluate the Stress-Corrosion Cracking Susceptibility of Copper-Zinc Alloys

G15-08

Standard Terminology Relating to Corrosion and Corrosion Testing (Withdrawn 2010)