ASTM D613
Standard Test Method for Cetane Number of Diesel Fuel Oil
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ASTM D613 is the ASTM standard for determining the cetane number of diesel fuel oil, a key measure often used to describe ignition quality. This standard matters because cetane number can influence how diesel fuel is evaluated for performance, consistency, and suitability in use. As a technical reference, it supports more reliable testing and comparison of diesel fuel oil samples in quality-focused settings.
Purpose of ASTM D613
The purpose of ASTM D613 is to provide a standardized test method for measuring the cetane number of diesel fuel oil. That makes it a practical tool for laboratories, fuel suppliers, and other technical users that need consistent results when evaluating ignition quality. By using a recognized ASTM standard, organizations can apply a common basis for product assessment, specification support, and quality control decisions related to diesel fuel testing.
Common use cases of ASTM D613
ASTM D613 is commonly used in diesel fuel testing workflows where cetane number is an important specification or purchasing criterion. It may be applied in laboratory evaluation, incoming fuel verification, product qualification, and routine quality checks for diesel fuel oil. The standard is also useful when comparing fuel batches or supporting compliance-related documentation tied to fuel performance characteristics.
Why ASTM D613 matters
ASTM D613 matters because a consistent cetane number test method helps reduce uncertainty in diesel fuel evaluation. For procurement, quality control, and specification compliance, a standardized procedure supports better comparisons between samples and more dependable technical decisions. It also helps minimize disagreement between buyers, sellers, and laboratories by providing a shared reference for testing diesel fuel oil ignition quality.
- Cetane number determination for diesel fuel oil
- Standardized testing for quality control
- Support for specification and procurement checks
- Comparative evaluation of diesel fuel samples
- Publication Date: 2025-04-03
- Publisher: ASTM
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