ASTM D6557-18E01
Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Rust Preventive Characteristics of Automotive Engine Oils
| Standard number: | ASTM D6557-18E01 |
| Released: | 01.10.2018 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 13 |
| Section: | 05.05 |
| Keywords: | Ball Rust Test; corrosion; engine oil; rust; |
| ASTM number: | ASTM D6557 |
| Supersedes: | D6557-18 |
1.1 This test method covers a Ball Rust Test (BRT) procedure for evaluating the anti-rust ability of fluid lubricants. The procedure is particularly suitable for the evaluation of automotive engine oils under low-temperature, acidic service conditions.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.2.1 Exceptions—Where there is no direct equivalent, such as the units for screw threads, national pipe threads/diameters, and tubing size.
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. See 7.1.1 – 7.1.3 and 8.2.1.1.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.