ASTM D3074-94

Standard Test Methods for Pressure in Metal Aerosol Containers (Withdrawn 2000)

SCOPE
1.1 These test methods cover the determination of pressure in metal aerosol containers.  
1.2 The test methods appear in the following order:  Sections Can-Piercing Method 6 to 9 Valve Measurement Method 10 to 13

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-1993
• Withdrawal Date: 09-Oct-2000
• ICS: 55.130 - Aerosol containers
• Technical Committee: D10 - Packaging

Standards Content (Sample)

NOTICE: This standard has either been superseded and replaced by a new version or
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Designation: D 3074 – 94
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Reprinted from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards. Copyright ASTM
Standard Test Methods for
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Pressure in Metal Aerosol Containers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 3074; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope standard temperature for pressure measurements was 70°F
(21°C). In recent years, the temperature was changed from 70
1.1 These test methods cover the determination of pressure
to 130°F (54°C).
in metal aerosol containers.
1.2 The test methods appear in the following order: 5.2 A survey at the time the temperature was changed
Sections showed that these two methods for measuring pressures at
Can-Piercing Method 6 to 9
130°F (54°C) were in general use. These test methods can also
Valve Measurement Method 10 to 13
be used for measuring pressures at temperatures other than
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
130°F (for example, 70°F (21°C)).
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
5.3 There is little possibility of contaminating the gage with
responsibility of whoever uses this standard to consult and
the use of the Can-Piercing Test Method. However, the aerosol
establish appropriate safety and health practices and deter-
container is destroyed. The use of the Valve Measurement Test
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Method does not destroy the container.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D 996 Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environ-
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ments
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D 3064 Terminology Relating to Aerosol Products
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E 1 Specification for ASTM Thermometers
3. Terminology
3.1 General definitions for packaging and distribution envi-
ronments are found in Terminology D 996.
3.2 General definitions of terms relating to aerosol products
are found in Definitions D 3064.
4. Summary of Test Methods
4.1 The Can-Piercing Test Method utilizes can-puncturing
devices for vapor-phase measurements.
4.2 The Valve Measurement Test Method measures the
pressure through the valve, using adapters that are inserted in
the valve stem, or form a seal around the top of the stem.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 The type of container specified by the Department of
Transportation (DOT) for an aerosol product is determined, in
part, by the pressure of the product. For many years, the
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D-10 on
Packaging and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D10.32 on Consumer
Packages. These test methods were originally developed by the Chemical Special-
ties Manufacturers Assn.
Current edition approved Nov. 15, 1994. Published January 1995. Originally
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published as D 3074 – 72. Last previous edition D 3074 – 74 (1988) .
2 FIG. 1 Can-Piercing Assembly for Vapor Pressure Measurement
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 15.09.
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 14.03.
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D 3074
CAN-PIERCING TEST METHOD 8. Preparation of Apparatus
8.1 Check the gage assembly to make certain that the
6. Apparatus
can-piercing unit is not clogged, by attaching a compressed gas
6.1 Bath, constant-temperature, automatically controlled,
line to the prepressurizing valve and noting whether or not the
with a maximum temperature variation of not more than
gas flows through the apparatus.
60.5°F (0.25°C). Since temperatures other than 130°F (54°C)
8.2 Inspect the can-piercing needle to see if it is sharp
are often desired, the bath should have an operating range from
enough to puncture the container. If not, sharpen the needle
approximately 60 to 150°F (15 to 65°C). The bath should be at
with a file.
least 10 in. (254 mm) deep, and of sufficient radius to enable a
minimum of three containers to be thermostated simulta-
9. Procedure
neously. A method of stirring should be provided to maintain a
9.1 Apply a light film of stopcock grease to the bottom of
uniform temperature throughout the bath.
the container, and place the container in the framework in an
6.2 Thermometer, with 0.5°F (0.25°C) graduations. ASTM
inverted position. The threaded hole in the top plate should be
Thermometer 12°F, in accordance with Specification E 1, has
located as close to the center of the container bottom as
been found satisfactory.
possible. Clamp the container securely by tightening down
6.3 Pressure Gage Assembly (Fig. 1), calibrated, with a
evenly with the wing nuts above the top plate.
range from 0 to 200 psi (0 to 1.4 MPa). Calibration can be
9.2 Tighte
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