API MPM CH4.7 : 2009

Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Equipment
  4.1 General
  4.2 Materials and Fabrication
  4.3 Gauge Glass
  4.4 Drain Lines and Outlet Valves
  4.5 Levels and Leveling
  4.6 Scale Plate and Graduations
  4.7 Nameplate
  4.8 Handling
5 Inspection and Cleaning
  5.1 General
  5.2 Visual Inspection
  5.3 Cleaning Procedures
6 Calibration
  6.1 General
  6.2 Calibrated Volume
  6.3 Calibration Frequency
  6.4 Number of Calibration Runs
  6.5 Seals
  6.6 Disputes
7 Calibration Methods
  7.1 General
  7.2 Documentation
8 Operations and Use
  8.1 Primary Use
  8.2 Field Use of Volumetric Test Measures
Annex A (informative) - Calibration Frequency of Test Measures
Annex B (informative) - Example of NIST Report of Calibration
                        for Field Standard Test Measure

Describes the essential elements of field standard test measures by providing descriptions, construction requirements, as well as inspection, handling, and calibration methods.