ASTM D6352
Standard Test Method for Boiling Range Distribution of Petroleum Distillates in Boiling Range from 174 °C to 700 °C by Gas Chromatography
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ASTM D6352 is a gas chromatography test method for determining the boiling range distribution of petroleum distillates that fall between 174 °C and 700 °C. It provides a structured way to examine how a distillate sample is distributed across boiling temperatures, which is important for comparing product behavior, supporting quality control, and evaluating refinery or fuel-related streams. As an ASTM standard, it helps create consistent test results that can be used in technical specifications and routine laboratory work.
Purpose of ASTM D6352
The purpose of ASTM D6352 is to define a laboratory method for measuring boiling range distribution in petroleum distillates within the stated temperature range. Using gas chromatography, the standard supports the analysis of how a sample separates across boiling intervals rather than focusing on a single point value. This is useful when a product’s distillation profile matters for performance, handling, or specification compliance. The method is designed to provide repeatable data that can be used in testing programs and technical evaluation.
Common use cases of ASTM D6352
ASTM D6352 is commonly used in laboratories that analyze petroleum distillates, especially when a product’s boiling range distribution must be documented or compared against acceptance limits. It may be applied in quality control, product release testing, and routine inspection of distillate-based materials. The standard is also relevant for organizations that rely on gas chromatography to characterize boiling behavior in the 174 °C to 700 °C range, where consistent analytical results support decision-making and specification review.
Why ASTM D6352 matters
This standard matters because boiling range distribution can influence how a petroleum distillate is evaluated, controlled, and used. ASTM D6352 helps reduce variability by providing a recognized test method for laboratories and procurement teams that need comparable results. It can support compliance with product requirements, improve consistency across testing sites, and lower the risk of disputes caused by inconsistent analytical practices. For organizations working with distillate products, it offers a clear technical basis for measurement and reporting.
- Gas chromatography-based boiling range analysis
- Petroleum distillates in the 174 °C to 700 °C range
- Laboratory testing and quality control support
- Specification and compliance documentation
- Consistent comparison of distillation profiles
- Publication Date: 2024-08-12
- Publisher: ASTM
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